Paramasivan Fathima

I went to watch the movie with zero expectation. To my surprise this movie satisfied the movie buff in me. What a guts to the director. Hats off to him. Vimal has lived his character. MS Bhaskar as always has done his part with great conviction. Heroine's character is written very well. Music could have been better but still supports the narration. Liked the crisp editing. Cinematographer has done a tremendous job. Cinematography and dialogues are the real heroes of the film. Thought provoking scenes are a real surprise in a movie as they are rare these days. This movie speaks of a subject which is still considered a taboo in Tamil cinema. That's where this film stands out.

It doesn't resonate with the expectations created by the teaser and the promotions. Police, Law & Order has been taken for granted, have to clear reasons to believe they are police. Vimal, Bhaskar has done well of what was asked them to do. Other characters definition, back story and justification is a narration that evolves itself into a documentary mode than a feature length movie on a big screen. Actions sequences are neither natural nor justifiable. Music is less than average. Background score doesn't emote along the script. The only plot reveal is the mother's narration which doesn't get along with script. The whole movie was looked like that they budget constraints, time constraints and have not spent quality time on the script. The director has surely let down the audience he ha captured from his last three acclaimed movies. Watchable on OTT and only if you have time. But should appreciate thought provoking concept and this alone will not draw money from pockets due poor execution.

Fearless thematics: The film dives into inter religious tensions between Subramaniyapuram (Hindu) and Yokobupuram (Christian), even hinting at Muslim involvement, without melodrama. That moment where a character admits, "You tell people to convert for money, and if they clash, you call it a riot"-it sounds like something overheard in real life, raw and uncomfortable in the best way.

Spotlight on Free Speech: It's refreshing (and rare) to see a film that unpacks who gets to speak freely-and who doesn't. It doesn't sensationalize; it simply points out that "freedom of speech" often works only for one side. That's a punch that stays with you long after the credits roll.

Balanced portrayal: Nothing here is black and white. A pastor admits tensions-"Subramaniyapuram villagers are violent, Yokobupuram are forgiving"-yet the film challenges that with logic and empathy, not frustration or anger . Both communities feel human, both flawed.

Censorship weight lends authenticity: Word is, the censor board flagged and cut some conversion related scenes, prompting a reevaluation. You feel the silence the film fights against, and that makes it more powerful.

Subtle yet socially relevant: There's a romance at the core, but it's not a distraction it turns into a quiet protest. There are no loud speeches; instead, layered conversations and lingering looks. It resonates today, in every corner of India where identity and religion collide.

Strengths: Dialogue: Sharp, honest, uncensored.

Narrative: Balanced, not biased-allows you to judge.

Cultural sensitivity: Treats all faiths with respect, even while critiquing.

Courage: Willing to challenge the status quo by risking censorship.

Impact: Feels relevant, urgent, and necessary.

Areas to Watch:

The pacing slows in the second half-some scenes meander.

If you're expecting a "popcorn entertainer," this isn't blatant fluff; it asks questions.

Verdict Paramasivan Fathima is gutsy-not flashy, but fearless. It doesn't pander. It speaks. It asks the audience: are we brave enough to let everyone's voice be heard, or only the ones we agree with? It's one of those movies that stays in your head-and stirs your heart-long after leaving the theater.

This film is essential viewing. Honest, timely, and thoughtfully provocative. A solid 4.5 stars for keeping its voice strong even under pressure.

Went into this dumpster fire with ZERO expectations... somehow still left feeling violated. What "guts" from the director? More like what narcissism to think this incoherent mess deserved celluloid. Hats off to him for pioneering new levels of tedium. I wouldn't imaging any pea sized brain human make this kinda of movie.

Vimal didn't "live" his character - he looked like he was sleepwalking through a tax audit. MS Bhaskar "acted with conviction"? Conviction that the paycheck cleared, maybe. The heroine's "well-written character" was just... existing near the camera? Groundbreaking.

The music didn't "support the narration" - it sounded like a dying phone alarm crying for help. "Crisp editing"? More like the film was hacked apart with a rusty spoon. And the "tremendous" cinematographer? Must've filmed it through a tub of vaseline while having a stroke.

"Dialogues are the real heroes"? If by 'heroes' you mean 'war criminals' - each line murdered my brain cells. "Thought-provoking scenes"? Provoked thoughts like When will this end?" and "Why am I paying for this torture?"

Ah yes, the 'taboo subject'. Translation: Shock value plastered over a void of substance. That's not "standing out" - that's exploiting trauma to hide the fact your script is a void. This isn't cinema. It's a public nuisance masquerading as art. Avoid unless you enjoy pondering life's big questions... like how to get 2 hours of your life back.

Movies like this showing the truth about conversion should be encouraged and given a 10 start rating. Hope the great director had commercial success. Conversion endangers human species. The invaders of past the only purpose is to assimilate culture, bring in their language, gain economic wealth. In today's modern world invasion is conversion, Conversion to other religion should be made as a crime as it creates confusion among local indigenous people, breaks the culture and engagers countries security in future. Bharath should ban conversion countrywide. It s a topic which no directors dare to take. The movie has a good message and this movie should taken in other languages.