Kaakkaa Muttai

I went to watch this movie under the influence of good reviews and had fairly high expectations. This movie just stood to this test.

I would call this story as euphemism - a harsh reality presented in a mild way. Though the story is about two slum kids and the problems they face owing to their poverty, no fuss is made about their craving. Instead it takes shape of a story of their hard work and dedication to fulfill their desire. It manages to touch your heart.

Direction is just superb which is assisted by some catchy music. The combination of the story of slum dwellers with some peppy music reminded me of slumdog millionaire.

Watch it. Such movies are hard to come by.

To the average viewer this might just be another really good movie. But others who catch the absolutely brilliant subtext throughout the movie will thoroughly enjoy it while at the same time introspect how we never stop to contemplate the miserable inequality in the country in our busy lives(even if we are aware of it and find it woeful, visuals always remind us how bad it really is). It will definitely change the outlook of a lot of people on equality, privilege and related things.

The movie follows the life of two slum kids as they aspire to eat from the new pizza shop opened next to their home(if you can call it one). The movie captures their journey as they try to make the money needed for the pizza and the eventual turn of events. The movie beautifully captures the glaring social inequality without you having to cry through it. The movie addresses a lot of issues too in the most subtle manner. There is no dearth for humor either which makes this movie a complete package though it is a bit saddening that we need to look for humor in this movie. And all the actors have done a brilliant job. Kudos to Iyshwarya Rajesh who has gone out of her comfort zone to give a brilliant performance. As for the title you'll figure it out yourself. This is a must watch movie.

Kaakkaa Muttai Is a soul touching story of two little boys living in the slums of Chennai city. The story follows the daily lives and the routine hardships endured by kids along with their single mother and grandmother living together in a tiny house, sans any decent facilities. The story takes a bizarre turn when the kids wish to have a pizza in a newly constructed nearby outlet.

The beauty of Kaakkaa Muttai lies in its collage of simple characters, whom we come across in our everyday life but never pay any attention about them. Director Manikandan's presents us a barrage of painful moments endured by the characters, like a seasoned painter using rare acrylic colours on a canvas. Full credit to the cinematographer for his presence of mind in capturing the slums with a rustic beauty beyond imagination. Screenplay must be appreciated for its usage of humour in a rather interesting way that I have rarely come across before. Music by GV Prakash Kumar adds soul to Kaakkaa Muttai. Production design, makeup and costumes are all very good and takes Kaakkaa Muttai to a much higher level than it is. Sync sound makes a great difference to the movie and adds a certain flavour to the storytelling.

Actors are just outstanding with the best being Aishwarya Rajesh whose terrific performance as a single mother deserves a thunderous applause. The kids, their grandma and the two local goons played by Yogi Babu and Tilak add the necessary Vibrance to Kaakkaa Muttai.

Overall the artistry in the actors performance and the dedication to the project by both the cast & crew aided by a great visionary director makes Kaakkaa Muttai a great treat to watch and will be remembered for a long time. A must watch movie for all audiences across the world to understand that everyone will have their desires no matter however small or poor they are. Two Thumbs up.

Kaaka Muttai - the pizza 'dream'

simple realistic but brilliantly shot movie! Simply excellent!

GV Prakash gave one of the best BGMs in recent times, lifting the whole essence of the movie. The lead characters - played by two boys, did excellent in showing realism! Everyone acted to the script and nothing went haywire.

Very great to see the whole theater went into applause after the climax Good to see the appreciation this has received.

Easily the Best of 2015!!

Note: Simbu on screen after a long long time!!

Go and watch in theaters don't miss this gem!

Kakka Muttai one of the finest films ever made in Tamil film industry, the National award(for best children's film and child artist) given to this film is so totally justified.One moment i was having a hearty laugh and another moment in tears after watching the movie, i realised how blessed we people are and also very much sad that the editor of this movie MR.kishore te is no more he has done a wonderful job young talent taken away very soon. A BIG THANKS TO THE WHOLE TEAM OF KAKKA MUTTAI starting from director Mani, iswarya(who played the mother role), both the child artists(Ramesh & Vignesh) and Kudos to both Dhanush and vetrimaran for presenting this very simple yet beautiful film.when i decided to watch kakka muttai, i preffered to watch it from a very modest theatre and needless to say we have to adjust to a few settings like the evergreen BEEDI wielding smokers and KUDI MAGANGAL of our society but this time it was totally different After 30-40 mins in to the film.The man behind me who was a little bit drunk and constantly resorted to unnecessary hooting and clapping, suddenly become quiet and a few more moment i realised the whole cinema hall was quiet as if they were watching there own lives unfold in front of them in a BIG SCREEN.This is what good movies do to people no matter WHAT YOU ARE,WHO YOU ARE you get carried away