DD Next Level

"DD next level" is a fun ride! It's got the right mix of comedy and intelligence, with some great performances. If you're looking for a lighthearted, entertaining film, this one's worth a watch. The cast, particularly the lead actors, delivered strong performances that added to the film's enjoyment. Overall, "DD Returns"(DD next level) is a fun, entertaining, and Enjoyable film that will leave you eagerly anticipating what's next. With its talented cast, engaging storyline, and perfect blend of comedy and using cinema knowledge, it's a must-watch for anyone looking for a good cinematic experience.

DD Next Level" is the fourth film in the "Dhilluku Dhuddu" franchise, which started in 2016. It's a horror-comedy, and I was happy to see a franchise film in Kollywood. In Hollywood, there are many franchises in every genre, but in Indian cinema, there are only a few and not all of them are great.

Now, about DD Next Level the biggest positive is the unique idea behind the film. It's actually a concept that doesn't usually fit with comedy, but in this case, it somehow worked naturally. The idea and the genre were clearly delivered to the audience. The film managed to hook viewers in the first 10 minutes, which is very important, especially for horror films. Actually, this applies to all films. The overall visual look of the film was also good. The writer tried different things to keep the audience engaged in new ways. But aside from that, I didn't find many other positives.

The concept was excellent and fresh for the horror genre. As I mentioned, it grabbed the audience's attention early on. But after the first 10 minutes, the film started to fall apart. I even felt tired after a while. One of the biggest positives in a good film is its characters. But here, none of the characters were well written not even the main hero. They tried to make him unique, but it didn't connect and felt very forced.

It's a horror-comedy, but you won't feel any horror throughout the film. There are a few small funny moments, but overall, the comedy also didn't work. The movie used many references to other films, and they all felt forced they didn't fit naturally. The writer also reused some old scenes from the earlier films in the franchise, but they didn't work either.

There were many unnecessary glamour scenes, and I felt the female characters were included just for that purpose. Their roles had no real importance in the story. One more personal opinion: the director cast two legendary Indian directors in this film, but completely misused them. I felt bad they were literally used as joke characters.

Overall, I didn't like the film. There's some violence, so if you're watching it with kids, make sure to follow parental guidance.

#4 in the film series, DD Next Level, excels on every level! One might be tempted to think, here is a movie that will be a pleasant break from the other crime and violence films, and yet DD Next level does include a fair amount of violent scenes. It is a send up of horror and slasher movies, and it also pokes fun of movies in general. It is actually a movie within a movie. Similarities of characters in the real world jumping into a world of fantasy have been utilized in such classics as, The Wizard of Oz, and Tron. The horrific aspects here are done surprisingly well(will satisfy all horror fans), and the comedy never lets up. The entire (large) cast are a joy to watch. Add to that the superb music soundtrack and you have a movie well worth seeing! Comedy films need to be made more frequently, and this one will get the ball rolling. Of note is the ending which is very unusual and may be unique in this genre. The only change one might make is to shorten the running time a little in order to make room for a song and dance number.

#DDNextLevel is a fantasy horror comedy that cleverly explores cinema, movie reviewers, and film critique. The screenplay is structured with three intricate layers-a movie within a movie, a flashback within that, and within one layer, three distinct chapters. The approach is commendable for introducing fresh concepts to the 'Dhillukku Duddu' franchise while completely steering away from insult-based (body shaming) comedy.

Instead, the film effectively embraces sarcastic humor, expressive body language, and slapstick comedy, which lands well in many instances. Santhanam bro subtly tweaks his signature timing and body language, delivering a solid performance. The supporting cast, too, delivers their best. Technically, the film is well-crafted, though excluding the 'Govinda Govinda' song feels like a drawback, as it encapsulates the essence of the movie's plot concisely.

A great effort overall-the film resonates strongly with cinema enthusiasts, who will find its use of industry-specific terms engaging and intriguing. However, the general audience may struggle slightly to grasp the layered narrative, making it an average watch for them. Nevertheless, it successfully entertains everyone, especially kids, with laugh-out-loud moments. Kudos to the entire team.

Looking forward to more exciting films under this franchise! 'Dhillukku Duddu' is truly a signature brand for Santhanam Anna.

DD Next Level had expectations due to its predecessor, DD Returns. This one has a really good idea and the makers could have done a meta commentary instead of relying on fart jokes. Although the movie isn't boring, it does not have anything to hook you up until the end. Mottai Rajendran's comedy at the climax gives a chuckle in the end of an extremely underwhelming movie. Santhanam's repeated use of the word "Bro" is irritating aswell.

GVM and Selvaraghavan did their parts well. The glamour is borderline vulgar and makes us question whether kids are supposed to watch this 'family entertainer' as well.

Santhanam really needs to choose scripts like DD Returns(although the franchise is now suffering) or even like a one-time watchable film like Vadakkupatti Ramasamy which is quite an experience. Inga Naan Than Kingu is also a decent film, Santhanam could try these type of films.