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#Agnyathavasi #RangayanaRaghu #SidduMoolimani #YamunaSrinidhi #ZEE5
Different title Agnyathavasi written in interesting font, and above all, the intriguing, layered face of Rangayana Raghu on the poster (reminding of his look in Shakahaari) pulled me to watch this film over others on my watchlist.
The film opens with parallel tracks and a bunch of characters, leaving us puzzled - even disoriented in the first half. But this narrative chaos seems intentional to build tension and curiosity, making us wonder how - or if - all these threads will converge. Thankfully, they do, and with finesse. The director ties the loose ends into an impactful climax that gives a profound message on parenting.
Rangayana Raghu delivers a nuanced performance reminding us of his portrayal in Shakahari. His portrayal is restrained, and emotionally layered - a man burdened by the weight of choices, yet silent in his suffering.
Siddu Moolimani catches our attention with his expressive face, whose performance as a youngster of the 90s adds enthusiasm to the narrative. The rest of the cast too, mostly from the theatre background are impressive.
Set in a time when owning a computer was a life's milestone, the experience of connecting to the internet using dial-up modem, the thrill of logging into email, the excitement of online chats. For anyone who grew up in the '90s, these moments are pure nostalgia.
Agnyathavasi is not for the impatient viewer. Watch it with no distractions till the end to feel the impact.
Different title Agnyathavasi written in interesting font, and above all, the intriguing, layered face of Rangayana Raghu on the poster (reminding of his look in Shakahaari) pulled me to watch this film over others on my watchlist.
The film opens with parallel tracks and a bunch of characters, leaving us puzzled - even disoriented in the first half. But this narrative chaos seems intentional to build tension and curiosity, making us wonder how - or if - all these threads will converge. Thankfully, they do, and with finesse. The director ties the loose ends into an impactful climax that gives a profound message on parenting.
Rangayana Raghu delivers a nuanced performance reminding us of his portrayal in Shakahari. His portrayal is restrained, and emotionally layered - a man burdened by the weight of choices, yet silent in his suffering.
Siddu Moolimani catches our attention with his expressive face, whose performance as a youngster of the 90s adds enthusiasm to the narrative. The rest of the cast too, mostly from the theatre background are impressive.
Set in a time when owning a computer was a life's milestone, the experience of connecting to the internet using dial-up modem, the thrill of logging into email, the excitement of online chats. For anyone who grew up in the '90s, these moments are pure nostalgia.
Agnyathavasi is not for the impatient viewer. Watch it with no distractions till the end to feel the impact.
#Thudarum #mohanlal #shobhana #TharunMoorthy #PrakashVarma #malayalamcinema
Tharun Moorthy delivers a brilliant revenge drama with Mohanlal, masterfully weaving together suspense, emotion, and stunning visuals. The film that starts off as a family drama slowly turns into a gripping thriller with mind-blowing revelations placed at the most unassuming moments, each twist hitting us emotionally.
Mohanlal, perhaps in his most compelling role since Drishyam, brings depth and warmth to the character of a devoted family man. He is the unwavering pillar-strong, compassionate, and quietly fierce-grounding the film with a performance that is both subtle and powerful. Shobhana complements him naturally with depth and dignity, also the comfort and compatibility reminding us of their pairing in old movies.
The cinematography adds to the intrigue and underlying tension with the elevation shots of the forest and the incessant rain scenes creating a haunting atmosphere. The background score is not too loud, perfectly complements the narrative's emotional beats.
While the entire supporting cast however bried the role is impactful, debutant Prakash Varma is a revelation. He commands attention with his conniving unsettling expressions.
With a tight screenplay, impeccable direction, and powerhouse performances, Tharun Moorthy proves that he is a storyteller with rare vision that leaves a lasting impact on the audience.
Tharun Moorthy delivers a brilliant revenge drama with Mohanlal, masterfully weaving together suspense, emotion, and stunning visuals. The film that starts off as a family drama slowly turns into a gripping thriller with mind-blowing revelations placed at the most unassuming moments, each twist hitting us emotionally.
Mohanlal, perhaps in his most compelling role since Drishyam, brings depth and warmth to the character of a devoted family man. He is the unwavering pillar-strong, compassionate, and quietly fierce-grounding the film with a performance that is both subtle and powerful. Shobhana complements him naturally with depth and dignity, also the comfort and compatibility reminding us of their pairing in old movies.
The cinematography adds to the intrigue and underlying tension with the elevation shots of the forest and the incessant rain scenes creating a haunting atmosphere. The background score is not too loud, perfectly complements the narrative's emotional beats.
While the entire supporting cast however bried the role is impactful, debutant Prakash Varma is a revelation. He commands attention with his conniving unsettling expressions.
With a tight screenplay, impeccable direction, and powerhouse performances, Tharun Moorthy proves that he is a storyteller with rare vision that leaves a lasting impact on the audience.
#OfficerOnDuty #kunchakoboban #Priyamani #Netflix #malayalamcinema
Missed watching Officer on Duty in theatres since it was released during exam time, I can only imagine how much more impactful it would have been on the big screen.
Directed by Jithu Ashraf, the film starts off as a familiar investigative thriller with what seems like a simple case. But soon, it pulls us deep into the plot by unraveling connections and layered revelations and twists one after another. Malayalam filmmakers have a knack for taking familiar crime stories and giving them a fresh, thrilling narrative while keeping us emotionally invested with the characters.
Kunchacko Boban delivers one of his career-best performances as Harishankar, a cop battling personal demons while taking on a case that feels personal. Priyamani, as his wife, adds emotional depth and resilience with her portrayal. The supporting cast(too many names to list) too delivers solid performances, with every character leaving an impact.
The background score with pulsating beats keeps us on edge, making the twists and revelations more effective. Whether it's a chase sequence, a suspenseful moment, or the final climax, the music enhances the nail-biting intensity.
The climax has to be one of the most satisfying in my recent memory. Just when the climax seems predictable during the long fight sequences towards the end, the director delivers the final punch which feels like a personal victory.
Brilliant direction and screenplay, edge of the seat twists and revelations, makes "Officer on Duty" a high-intensity thriller - put this one at the top of your watchlist this weekend!
Missed watching Officer on Duty in theatres since it was released during exam time, I can only imagine how much more impactful it would have been on the big screen.
Directed by Jithu Ashraf, the film starts off as a familiar investigative thriller with what seems like a simple case. But soon, it pulls us deep into the plot by unraveling connections and layered revelations and twists one after another. Malayalam filmmakers have a knack for taking familiar crime stories and giving them a fresh, thrilling narrative while keeping us emotionally invested with the characters.
Kunchacko Boban delivers one of his career-best performances as Harishankar, a cop battling personal demons while taking on a case that feels personal. Priyamani, as his wife, adds emotional depth and resilience with her portrayal. The supporting cast(too many names to list) too delivers solid performances, with every character leaving an impact.
The background score with pulsating beats keeps us on edge, making the twists and revelations more effective. Whether it's a chase sequence, a suspenseful moment, or the final climax, the music enhances the nail-biting intensity.
The climax has to be one of the most satisfying in my recent memory. Just when the climax seems predictable during the long fight sequences towards the end, the director delivers the final punch which feels like a personal victory.
Brilliant direction and screenplay, edge of the seat twists and revelations, makes "Officer on Duty" a high-intensity thriller - put this one at the top of your watchlist this weekend!