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Kantara (2022)
An engaging classic (class+mass) masterpiece
Today I went for VR cinema theatre to watch Kantara and I must say that this is a gamechanger and masterpiece movie like K. G. F series. It has blended various genres like action, horror, fantasy, thriller and other commercial masala elements to engage the audience and it can be call it as a new-gen masala film by introducing popular folklore culture in Udupi/Mangalore, which we haven't witness in other films.
Rishab Shetty is the powerhouse of this entertainer with his mannerism, comic timing and body language (in the climax last 30 minutes) is superb and also excels as a master storyteller who tells a predictable and simple plot in an engaging way and the showcase of Bhoota Kola culture deserves a standing ovation. Sapthami Gowda is also good but her character isn't etched well. Kishore is also superb and deserves applause for his acting and their rovalry in the film reminds of Karnan and recent Malayalam blockbusters like Ayyappanum Koshiyum and Kaduva. Achyuth Kumar is also brilliant in the film and watch out for his character twist in the climax. Pramod Shetty, Prakash Thuminad and other actors comic timing is superb and evoked funny bones.
Action sequences are the USP of this film and is well choreographed by Vikram More (who also worked in K. G. F Chapter 1), the 30 minutes war scene, the Kambala race fight and interval were goosebumps worthy and makes the audience to watch it again. Cinematography by Arvind S. Kashyap is superb as they showcased Bhoota Kola culture in a good way. Editing by K. M. Prakash and Pratheek Shetty were also superb. Musical score and soundtrack by B. Ajaneesh Lokanath was good, though one song "Singara Siriye" was good, others were below-average, but the musical score (bgm) was praiseworthy. Direction was awesome in the film as Rishab Shetty perfected a cultural film with commercial elements to enthrall Karnataka and foreign audiences.
Overall, Kantara is an engaging action thriller with masala elements, comic-dialogues, simple plot, entertainment value, action sequences and good performances makes it so enjoyable and feel that it is not a routine film at all. The film is worthy-watch in Cinemas instead of OTT. So go grab a ticket and buy a popcorn and watch this action-packed entertainer, you will be happy. Don't regret yourself as you didn't watch it in theatres and watch it in IMAX. After watching the film, i felt that this was very engaging like K. G. F.
Anjaniputra (2017)
An enjoyable better remake of Poojai with memorable action and background score
Anjani putra is an intense, racy action film with masala entertainment. It is adapted from Vishal's Poojai, which has more racier action sequences.
As usual, Punneth Rajkumar uses his stardom in the film and is also a good performer with his action and dance skills. Rashmika Mandanna has nothing to do, but their on-screen chemistry is good. Ramya Krishnan has a strong character and is apt as Punneth Rajkumar's mother. Comedian Mukesh Tiwari (who also played the same role in Poojai) is good as villain, but lacks the menacing chacracter, who gave stiff competition to Vishal in Tamil Version. Chikkanna ,Giri and Sadhu Kokila entertain with good comedy sequence, which was retained from original version but with a difference for Kannada audience.
The action sequences choreographed by Ravi Varma and Vijay and performed featuring Punneth Rajkumar from intro scene to the climax scene are jaw dropping, racy and entertaining. Background score and Music are top notch from KGF music director Ravi Basrur. Harsha's direction and story written by Hari (who written and directed the Tamil Version ) are good, but if he had added some more twist and trimmed down some songs unlike the Tamil version, then it was more entertaining.
Therefore, Anjani Putra main assets are cast performances, good action sequences, music and background score. Go watch it on SUN NXT for action-packed entertainer.
Yaanai (2022)
A formulaic mass entertainer packed with good writing, emotion and well choreographed action sequences
Director Hari, who is known for fast-paced cuts and fights with loud protagonists and dialogues is BACK WITH A BANG IN YAANAI which is an emotional actioner starring Arun Vijay in the lead role. Arun Vijay plays a good role after his recent hit film Mafia: Chapter 1 which is not a loud hero in recent Hari's films and is decent in emotional sequences. Bhavani Shankar gets a good role and has scope to shine in the film. Samuthirakani is menacing in 2nd half and is good, along with Bose Venkat and Sanjeev Venkat. KGF fame Ramachandra Raju is menacing as the antagonist and is superb in the role. Other actors like Yogi Babu, Ammu Abhirami and Radhika Sarathkumar are also good in their roles.
Action sequences by Anl Arasu are superb and entertaining with single shot bar fight, intro fight being the highlight. G. V P music is fine but the bgm is good. Cinematography and editing by S. Gopinath and Anthony are also good. Director Hari who is the king of masala films in Tamil Nadu is back and has improved his style making and changes can be seen. His writing and emotional sequence is also good and too good focus on action if he had removed some of his trademark comedy (comedy is somewhat enjoyable) and songs, then output would be better.
Overall, Yaanai can be watched for its cast performance, action background score and emotion, despite being a formulaic story it has good writing and emotional scenes which makes it a good watch for family audience. Watch this emotional masala entertainer on Zee5.
Sanak (2021)
Sanak: Stylized action thriller
Sanak is stylized action thriller with load of action scenes like 'John Wick' series and set-pieces. With a splendid, but old-aged stylized storyline and powerful performance makes it a superb watch. Vidyut Jammawal is back with bang after action film after 'Khuda Haafiz'. Rukmini, Chandan Roy and other actors deliever good performances. Background score by Saurabh Bhalerao provides thrills and Kanishk Varma's direction is also brilliant. Action sequences choreographed by Andy Long Nguyen and performed by Vidyut Jammawal are brilliant. Watch it on DSNP Hotstar for a action packed 'Die Hard' conceptual STYLISH ACTION ENTERTAINER.
Spyder (2017)
Spyder review: Full on Loaded Action Thriller
Spyder is an intelligent action thriller with disaster movies theme. It is compelling cat and mouse game between an IB officer and a psychopath. Though there are unwanted scene or songs, you can watch it for some interesting story. Mahesh Babu and SJ surya rocked the show with their performance. The direction, editing is also perfect. Go watch it in Sun Nxt.