#CelluloidCritic

PASANGA 2 (2015) Director: Pandiraj Casts: Master Nishesh, Baby Vaishnavi, Surya, Amala Paul , Karthik Kumar, Bindhu Madhavi, Ramdoss, Vidya Pradheep Music: Arrol Corelli Language: Tamil Genre: Comedy Coming into the industry with an impressive debut ‘Pasanga’, Pandiraj churned out many meaningful entertainers in a short span of time in the industry. He has also funded two good films, giving fresh filmmakers an opportunity too. The National Award winner returns back after two years with a fitting sequel of his first jewel. With Surya producing the film, the promos have already won the hearts of many. So did ‘Pasanga 2’ manage to do what its predecessor did 6 years ago? Synopsis The film revolves around two kids, Kavin (Nishesh) and Nayana (Vaishnavi), who have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Subsequently, their hyperactivity brings trouble to their respective parents (Karthik Kumar-Bindhu Madhavi and Ramdoss-Vidya Pradeep). Being rejected

BOOLOHAM (2015) Director: Kalyanakrishnan Casts: ‘Jayam’ Ravi, Trisha, Ponvanan, Prakash Raj Music: Srikanth Deva Language: Tamil Genre: Action After being in the cans for about three years, ‘Booloham’ has finally seen the light today. With two out of three films turning out to be super hits, ‘Jayam’ Ravi has all reasons to anticipate another one to add to his winning list. With good star casts and exciting promos, did ‘Booloham’ manage to direct its punches accurately? Synopsis The film starts with a long-term rivalry among two clans of boxing generations in North Madras. However, when Booloham (Jayam Ravi) clench victory, a greedy TV channel owner (Prakash Raj) tries to rake in the ratings by pitting a reluctant local boxer against a notorious international champion who is known for killing his opponent in the ring. Story – Screenplay Kalayanakrishnan should be given a pat for crafting a script that highlights the corruptions and control in sports that

THANGA MAGAN   (2015) Director: Velraj Casts: Dhanush, Samantha, Amy Jackson, K.S.Ravikumar, Radhika, Satish Music: Anirudh Language: Tamil Genre: Family Drama Vellai Illa Pattathari (VIP), was a film that came at the right time of the career of Dhanush that turned out to be a memorable blockbuster. When the same team consisting the actor, director, music composer and banner unite once again, the expectations will be definitely sky high. You can never blame the audience too if they make comparisons as the team initially announced it as VIP 2. Surprisingly with a toned down muted promotions, Thanga Magan has finally released today. So did the film fulfil the expecations? Synopsis Thamizh (Dhanush) is a carefree youngster spends his time with his loving parents (K.S.Ravikumar & Radhika) and his best friend (Satish). He falls in love with a Hema (Amy Jackson) living in his colony. As life travels like a dream, reality kicks in when Hema and Thamizh gets separate

INJI IDUPPAZHAGI   (2015) Director: Prakash Kovelamudi Casts: Anushka Shetty, Arya, Urvashi, Prakash Raj, Sonal Chauhan Music: M.M.Keeravani Language: Tamil Genre: Romantic Comedy Inji Iduppazhagi has been in the news mainly for the immense dedication and physical transformation by the talented actress Anushka. With her hard work joining hands with the Nation Award winning director, Prakash Kovelamudi, the potential and anticipation for this film has been sky high.   Does it fulfil its expectation? Synopsis Sweety a confident, overweight young lady finds it difficult to find a pair in her life. She then comes across a ‘Prince Charming’ Abhi (Arya) who is a fitness freak. Simaran (Sonal Chauhan) then enters the picture in between their friendship and makes Sweety upset about her weight for the first time. She takes a hasty decision to lose her weight through a weight programme that might just leave her health in risk. What happens forms the crux of the story. S