Thursday, July 27, 2017

Iravi

This review note was written on June 6, 2016  

Iraivi - female noun of Iraivan. Karthik Subbaraj creates "Iraivi" for us to understand and appreciate womanhood. And how!

His story telling style is unique and intriguing. There is a clear display of genius. Any other director might have muddled this up. But not Karthik.

Each character is etched so thoughtfully. Guess his favourites are VS and Bobby Simha. They have not let him down at all. Reliable bets! Wonderful performance by both of them. But, SJ Surya is a surprise package!!!! Class act. Have liked a couple of movies directed by him. That was all. With Iraivi, SJ becomes a true blue actor and performer. Superb! All credits to the director!

Again, have not liked Kamalini earlier. But in this one, she has really acted. Good job.
Anjali has a power packed performance. Liked her especially when she retorts to Vijay Sethupathi about her feelings. Truly fitting reply for such men! Tight slap, in fact!!
The Chithappa character (Crazy Cheenu???) touches your heart. And so does Radha Ravi.

Santosh scores again! Somehow got Raja feel. But guess it was apt.

The "getting drenched in the rain" euphemism...... Extremely intelligent and takes time to sink in.

"Aan nedil. Penn kuril. " Sorry non-Tamil folks. I am not that articulate to translate this wonderful piece of dialogue in English. Cannot even guess how they will sub title this dialog!

Overall - worth every minute of the 3 hrs. Not a second did I find boring or dull. Karthik has done a splendid job elevating the status of women! But in his own style!! 

Don't miss it.


Vazhga Tamizh. Valarga penninam.

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