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| June 30, 2008 | | Watch Meravanige for it's freshness
Meravanige is an engaging romantic thriller. The film proves that director Mahesh Babu has a firm grip over the medium. Prajwal shines, but it is new comer Andrita Ray who looks bubbly and pretty on the screen.
Nee Tata Naa Birla is ordinary
Tata Birla is an ordinary fare. Ravichandran and Jaggesh combo fails to enliven the magic of earlier films. Director Magadi's weak script and Guru Kiran's ordinary music are the weak links. The glamour girls do not contribute anything to lift the film.
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| June 27, 2008 | | Victory is watchable
Victory is watchable because of its contemporary social theme. Director Ravi C Kumar wants to tell people to unite and fight for what is rightfully theirs. Nitin does a decent job, while Mamta looks glamorous.
Ayudham Seivom makes no impact
Pyramid Saimira's Tamil film Ayudham Seivom, starring Sundar C works well in the humour department but there's no impact.
A ho-hum Vallamai Tharayo
Vallamai Tharayo, the Tamil film from Giriguja Films' starring Parthiban and Chaya Singh, tries to re-create Mani Rathnam's magic but fails miserably.
A ho-hum Vallamai Tharayo
Vallamai Tharayo, the Tamil film from Giriguja Films' starring Parthiban and Chaya Singh, tries to re-create Mani Rathnam's magic but fails miserably.
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| June 23, 2008 | | Mizhikal Sakshi is melodramatic
Mizhikal Sakshi, the new Malayalam film by Asok R Nath starring Sukumari and Mohanlal has a heartrending story of a mother, whose son is wrongly accused of a crime. Upon execution, however, the film fails to rise above the mundane.
Old wine in new bottle
One Way Ticket, Prithviraj's new film directed by Bipin Prabhakar has nothing new to offer. The only bright spot is the guest appearance of Mammootty, who plays himself.
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| June 17, 2008 | | Uliyin Osai , only for Ilayaraja's fans
Coming from a maestro who's delivered classics in his times, the music for this historical romance falls a little flat. It's as though the musician in him had to push really hard for inspiration and the labour is obvious. While it sticks to the classical theme, there's nothing new here; no scintillating compositions, nothing to indicate that it takes place in the 10th century. Kudos for the Carnatic base, but where is vintage Ilaiyaraja?
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| June 13, 2008 | | Akasha Gange , a clean entertainer
Akasha Gange is a clean entertainer with rich visuals and classic melodious music by Deva. Director Dinesh Baboo's deft handling of a sensitive subject appeals largely to the family audience. Songs are catchy and melodious.
Dasavathaaram is spectacular
A mind-boggling effort from Kamal Hassan-Ravi Kumar duo. It is difficult to select the best of the ten roles that Kamal has essayed in this superbly crafted technical effort. Himesh Reshamiya's music is the only average fare in the film while technically and aesthetically the film stands up to the present international standards.
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| June 12, 2008 | | Jeyam Kondaan's music is unoriginal
Vidyasagar is back on the musical scene with Jeyam Kondaan (The Victor), a Tamil film produced by Sathyajyothi Films. With six tracks, here's what this romantic collection has to offer.
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| June 09, 2008 | | A no show Magic Lamp
Magic Lamp directed by Haridas was languishing in the cans for years at last made it to the theatres. Other than Jayaram's four roles it has nothing to boast about.
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| June 06, 2008 | | Bandhu Balaga is enjoyable
All major artists including Shivaraj Kumar have stolen the show in Bandhu Balaga, a neat family drama directed by Naganna. Hamsalekha is the real hero of this film with melodious music compositions and good background score.
Neene Neene is average
Neene Neene is just an average fare which has little interesting moments. Shivadhwaj's weak directorial abilities fail the film. Newcomer Aishwarya Nag proves she is a bundle of talents. Dhyan looks good. Musically the film rocks and photography is excellent.
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| June 03, 2008 | | Shakespeare... strays from the plot
Shakespeare M.A.Malayalam, the maiden venture of director duo Shyju-Shaji starring Jayasurya and Roma, talks about writer's block to begin with but goes off tangent making it strictly watchable.
Kathavaraayan , a mindless outing
Silver Jubilee Films' Kathavaraayan, starring Karan and newcomer Vidhisha, has a little of everything, but still fails to impress. Only for the undiscerning masses.
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| June 02, 2008 | | Kalaippani has good thrills
Pasumpon Films' Tamil film Kalaippani (Morning Dew), directed by Rajesh Shelva, is the kind of venture that you'd think would be a sappy love fest. It's anything but that. It has got all the ingredients of a good thriller.
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| May 30, 2008 | | Indra : Only for Darshan fans
Darshan acts in dual roles for the first time in Indra directed by H.Vasu, who had earlier directed two of the actor's films. Indra is the remake of the Tamil film Arasu featuring Sharath Kumar. Vasu has not made any substantial changes in the script, but has just projected Darshan in doble role as brothers, while the Tamil original had Sharath Kumar as father and son.
Pandurangadu is refreshing
Pandurangadu, directed by K. Raghavendra Rao has good performances by Balakrishna, Tabu, Sneha, K.Vishwanath, melodious music by Keeravani, some good locales shot well by Jayaram. All in all a refreshing alternative to the current crop of movies.
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| May 26, 2008 | | Prachanda Ravana is unimpressive
While we appreciate the efforts of making a film like Prachanda Ravana, it takes more than technology to present a play differently on the big screen.
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| May 25, 2008 | | Dhaam Dhoom music disappoints
Cinematographer turned director Jeeva's last Tamil film Dhaam Dhoom is indeed a labour of love. Unfortunately, he couldn't finish the film. He met with an untimely death in Russia where he had gone to shoot parts of the film. Jayam Ravi, Kangana Ranaut and Lakshmi Rai are in the lead roles.
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| May 23, 2008 | | Bujjigadu offers nothing new
Bujjigadu, Made in Chennai is routine formula fare with some slick treatment by Puri Jagannath. Prabhas and Trisha make a good convincing pair.
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| May 22, 2008 | | Bujjigadu offers nothing new
Director Puri Jagannnath spins a routine yarn in the Telugu film, Bujjigadu, Made in Chennai. Filled with Jagan's usual -- loads of violence, a wafer-thin story and the regular masala -- the film, of course, is slick. But the screenplay's premise is flimsy and seems forced where Jagan weaves in the elements of gang rivalry and the hero's super image.
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| May 19, 2008 | | Positive is confusing
Director V K Prakash's Malayalam film, Positive, could have been a compelling film, as it is written by S N Swamy, the writer famous for his thrillers (especially the CBI series). Besides, being the stylish ad filmmaker-turned-feature film director that he is, you expect a stylish musical from Prakash, as the film is about a music band. But the film is not a murder mystery or a crime thriller or even a musical.
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| May 16, 2008 | | Mussanje Maathu will tug at your heartstrings
Mussanje Maathu is an emotional film which is tug at your heartstrings. A good and clean family oriented film with excellent performances and classic music. Sudeep's outstanding performance is well complemented by competent performances of Ramya and Anu Prabhakar.
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| May 12, 2008 | | Pachamarathanalil is boring
Pachamarathanalil, the directorial debut Leo Thaddeus tries to cash in on Sreenivasan's image but falls flat as the story does not have enough meat.
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| May 09, 2008 | | Arasangam , a pleasant surprise
Captain Cine Arts' Arasangam, starring Vijaykanth, has action, adventure, thrills and twists. All in all a watchable fare.
Kantri : NTR's show all the way
Watch Kantri for NTR. The actor is simply superb in his action and dance sequences. Otherwise, the movie has nothing much new about it.
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| May 05, 2008 | | Thaayi is average
Thaayi, Prof Baragooru Ramachandrappa's new Kannada film is an adaptation of Russian Author Maxim Gorky's novel Mother written a hundred years ago. Barogooru who has written the script, dialogues and the lyrics has taken liberties in changing the backdrop of the story to suit Indian conditions.
Swarnam is interesting
Swarnam, starring Kalabhavan Mani is a fine effort by debutant director Venugopan. The film also marks comeback of actress Praveena is worth our time.
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| May 03, 2008 | | Vijay fans will love Kuruvi
Red Giant Movies' Kuruvi, directed by Dharani and starring Vijay and Trisha has everything that will appeal to the front-benchers.
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| May 02, 2008 | | Gange Baare... disappoints
A lot was expected from Sadhu Kokila's latest Kannada film Gange Baare Thunge Baare. But the film ends up as a big bore. Prajwal lacks the maturity to carry off the emotional sequences.
Not as good as Bommarillu
Although Parugu does not match up to Bommarillu, it is made watchable by the good performances of Prakash Raj and Allu Arjun. A stereotyped storyline is given some good treatment particularly in the first half.
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| April 28, 2008 | | Moggina Jade is not impressive
Moggina Jade is a film for those who want to see artistic films. But this is not a patch on Naidu's previous film, Mussanje, a classic. Moggina Jade focuses on the effect that urbanisation and outsourcing cause on the middle class and the creation of a neo-rich culture in cities.
Aramane is worth watching
Lighter moments in the first half and emotionally charged second half - that is the 'Golden Star' Ganesh's new film Aramane directed by actor turned director Nagashekhar. With its simple and straightforward narration, the film strikes an emotional chord with the viewers.
Dasavatharam music is mediocre
Dasavatharam is a good album. But one wonders about the possibilities for such an over-hyped film, starring Kamal Haasan. If only the music was composed by stalwarts like A R Rahman, Vidyasagar, Harris Jairaj, Vishal Bhardwaj or even youngsters like Yuvan Shankar Raja or G V Prakash, who are familiar with the Tamil ethos.
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| April 25, 2008 | | Dhaam Dhoom music disappoints
Cinematographer turned director Jeeva's last Tamil film Dhaam Dhoom is indeed a labour of love. Unfortunately, he couldn't finish the film. He met with an untimely death in Russia where he had gone to shoot parts of the film. Jayam Ravi, Kangana Ranaut and Lakshmi Rai are in the lead roles.
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| April 22, 2008 | | Kuruvi's music is a letdown
We have come to expect a lot from Vidyasagar's compositions, especially if it is a film starring Vijay. Kuruvi's album, however is quite a letdown.
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| April 21, 2008 | | Not bad, not good either
Moggina Jade is a film for those who want to see artistic films. That said, this is not a patch on Naidu's previous film Mussanje, which was a classic by all standards.
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| April 18, 2008 | | Arai En 305-il Kadavul is pure fun
Arai En 305-il Kadavul, by Simbhudevan, is a riot of comedy, but doesn't fail to jerk a tear or two. Go for it.
Watch Annan Thambi for Mammootty
This week's Malayalam release, Annan Thambi, is different. The writer-director team of Benny P Nayarambalam and Anwar Rasheed (their second outing after Chotta Mumbai) make it breezy and entertaining in spite of staying in the formulaic sphere.
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| April 17, 2008 | | Arasangam's music is refreshing
It is refreshing to note that Srikanth Deva has shaken off his tendency to copy others and scripted a somewhat above average fare.
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| April 14, 2008 | | Stay far away from De Ingottu Nokkiye
Nothing makes much sense in Balachandra Menon film, De Ingottu Nokkiye. The only thing it does accomplish is to make a mockery of everything.
Innathe Chinthavishayam does not entertain
We were happy when Satyan Anthikad made Rasathantram a couple of years ago, presenting Mohanlal as a carpenter with a golden heart. The film gave us a reason to keep the faith alive in the actor that he is. Two years later, the actor-director duo try to repeat the magic with Innathe Chinthavishayam.
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| April 12, 2008 | | Santhosh Subramaniam is a masala entertainer
AGS Entertainment's Santhosh Subramaniam, starring 'Jeyam' Ravi and Genelia is a masala entertainer that will bring a smile to a lover of romance and relationships.
Avoid Thozha
The movie's crowd-puller tagline, obviously, is that the 'Chennai 600028' team is back -- but at what cost?
Nepaali is a racy thriller
Nepali is quick, fast, racy and new -- with just a few bumps along the road. On the whole, though, it makes a fairly good show.
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| April 09, 2008 | | An enjoyable Arai Enn 305 il Kadavul
Arai Enn 305 il Kadavul's album by Vidyasagar is listener friendly with the right mix of fast beats, melody and entertaining lyrics. Go for it!
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| April 07, 2008 | | Yaaradi Nee Mohini is fun
R K Productions' Yaaradi Nee Mohini, the brainchild of Selvaraghavan, is a must-watch for rom-com lovers.
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| April 04, 2008 | | Accident , an enjoyable thriller
Deft handling by Ramesh Arvind makes Accident a taut suspense thriller. Top performances, classic music composition and top of the line photographic work further enhances the film's appeal. An edge of the seat thriller, which has many enjoyable moments.
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| April 02, 2008 | | Jalsa , strictly for Pawan Kalyan's fans
First of all, there is no proper storyline and the screen play is totally disjointed making it seem like the director was in two minds while making the film -- one, to have his own brand of comedy which he is famous and two, to showcase Pawan Kalyan's abilities as an action hero.
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