Actor Vijay’s son who studied filmmaking in Canada is all set to step foot into Kollywood as a director. Lyca Productions announced the film on August 28.
Lyca Productions is known for giving many hit films to the Tamil industry and today they made an unexpected announcement of their new upcoming film. The content of the statement are as follows:
“Lyca Productions has always strived with utmost faith on young and fresh minds, who we believe, are the game changers of any film industry. We are happy to announce that Mr. Jason Sanjay Vijay will direct our next project, which has a unique story premise and an engrossing experience. Jason has a perfect academic background in BA (Hons) Screenwriting in London followed by a Film Production Diploma at Toronto Film School. When he narrated the script, we were totally satisfied as it gave us a cinematic feel. It’s great to see that he has specialized in screenwriting and direction, but has understood the complete production, which we believe is an essential quality that every filmmaker should master. We are looking forward to a wonderful experience working with Jason Sanjay Vijay. The film will have emerging stars in its cast, and we are in talks with top-league technicians from the industry to be a part of this project.”
Since actor Vijay’s son, Jason Sanjay, departed to study filmmaking at a Canadian university a few years ago, there have been rumors circulating that the young man would soon make his debut as a filmmaker in Tamil cinema. After years of speculation, it has been officially announced that he will indeed be making his directorial debut under Lyca Productions.
Jason Sanjay expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to direct his debut film for Lyca Productions, a renowned production house known for fostering emerging talents and cultivating a new generation of filmmakers. He expressed satisfaction that his script was well-received and that he has been granted complete creative autonomy to bring his vision to life. Currently, discussions are underway with promising actors and skilled technicians in the industry. Sanjay acknowledges the immense excitement and responsibility that come with this opportunity, and extends his appreciation to Subaskaran for entrusting him with this project. Additionally, he thanks Mr. Tamil Kumaran for his unwavering support in realizing his dream of becoming a director.
The Incredible Journey of our Bhaijaan: Salman Khan completed 35 years in Indian Cinema
Superstar Salman Khan completed 35 years of his astonishing journey in Indian cinemas and in commemoration of his 35-year tenure in the industry, Salman Khan Films has released a video montage that comprehensively chronicles his journey from the past to the present.
Salman Khan is a prominent figure whose name evokes a sense of admiration and reverence among many, owing to his remarkable on-screen persona and exceptional acting prowess, which is conspicuously evident in his various roles. Having a career that spans over a period of three decades, this actor, producer and television presenter has not only made an indelible impact on the film industry but has also endeared himself to millions of fans across the globe.
“Can you believe it? Thirty-five years have flown by like thirty-five days!” exclaimed the legendary Salman Khan as he celebrated a major milestone in his Bollywood career. With a heart full of gratitude, the superstar thanked his beloved audience for their unwavering love and support throughout the years. From his iconic roles to his electrifying dance moves, Salman has captured the hearts of millions and continues to reign as one of the biggest stars in the industry. Here’s to thirty-five more years of unforgettable performances and endless love from his fans! ”Thirty-five years went by like 35 days. Thank u for your love”, Salman Khan tweeted on his official X account.
The actor, who is currently 57 years of age, embarked on his cinematic career with the film “Biwi Ho To Aisi” in 1988, which recently celebrated its 35th anniversary on August 22, 2023. He subsequently made his debut as a lead actor in “Maine Pyar Kiya”, which was released on December 29, 1989.
Salman Khan is a name that needs no introduction. He has made a mark in the Indian film industry with his iconic performances in movies like ‘Karan Arjun’, ‘Hum Apke Hain Kaun’, ‘Hum Saath-Saath Hain’, ‘Biwi No.1’ and ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam’. But that’s not all, he continued to make greater strides with ‘Bodyguard’, ‘Dabangg’, ‘Tiger’, ‘Wanted’ and ‘Kick’ among many more.
Salman Khan is not just an actor, he is an icon of charm, swag, attitude, dialogue delivery and of course physique, which made him a pioneering force in Bollywood. He has become a force to be reckoned with and has established himself as one of the darlings of Indian Cinema.
But that’s not all, Salman Khan is also a superstar in the television industry. The Bigg Boss is a great example of his TV hosting, it’s hard to imagine anyone else in the place of Salman Khan. Bigg Boss is now being hosted in various Indian languages and without thinking much I can confidently say that he is the best host in all languages and no one can beat his way of presentation.
Over the years, Salman Khan has not only been a successful actor but also a successful producer. He started ‘Salman Khan Films’ in the year 2011, making films such as ‘Chillar Party’ followed by his mega-blockbuster ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’, which not only won the box office race but also earned numerous awards and recognition all over the world. The films Salman Khan 2018 stand on an average scale, Race 3, Bharat, Dabangg 3, Radhe, and Antim didn’t perform well at the box-office but it’s not the end because he is Salman Khan and he had seen many ups and downs in his career. The guest appearance of Salman Khan as Rathore Tiger in Pathaan is just the beginning because Tiger 3 is on its way to hunt the Indian box-office.
Salman Khan is a true inspiration and a role model for many. His journey in the film industry is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and passion. He has proved time and again that he is not just a superstar but a force to be reckoned with. There is no surprise if you become a fan of Salman Khan. Now the fans and Bollywood are excited about his upcoming projects and like everyone, I’m too excited for Tiger 3. Let’s wait and watch for the dominance of our only and only Bhaijaan Salman Khan.
Onam Movies 2023 Releases: Who won the Onam battle? Which movie can be the choice of the family audience?
This year’s Onam movies are presently running in theaters and let’s check out an in-depth analysis of three movies and the response from the viewers and family audience. Also, let’s see how well the three movies performed initially at the box-office.
Onam is undoubtedly one of the most significant seasons for the Malayalam film industry in Kerala. There are three major big onam releases this week and the theaters are now filled with youth and family audiences. The three Onam releases of this year are Dulquer Salmaan’s King of Kotha, Nivin Pauly’s Ramachandra Boss & Co. and an action thriller by the team of RDX which has Antony Varghese, Shane Nigam and Neeraj Madhav. Among the three Onam releases, which movie is currently grabbing the attention of youth and family audiences, let’s check out which film is going to dominate this year’s Onam season.
When looking into the present trend in box-office and word-of-mouth among the Onam release the film RDX is currently grabbing the attention of both youth and family audiences. RDX had the least expectations among the Onam movies of this year and Dulquer Salmaan’s King of Kotha had the most hype. The fact is that it’s the Kerala box-office and Kerala audiences are very sensible in selecting the right movies so the factor of hype and stardom won’t help a film to achieve success, especially on a season like Onam.
Dulquer Salmaan’s King of Kotha was released last Thursday with big hype and massive promotion. The movie was aimed to attract youth and family audiences. As per the coming response from the audience King of Kotha was initially able to pull the attention of the youth audience because of the stardom of DQ but now the movie is getting mixed response. King of Kotha is a periodical gangster film with actions but the script and making didn’t raise up to the expectations. So now the movie is struggling to achieve the targeted audience of youth and family audiences. As per the early report, the first-day box-office collection of King of Kotha is ₹8.7 Crores and it’s the second-most opening-day collection in Kerala after Mohanlal’s Odiyan.
Public response of King of Kotha
Whereas in the past Onam seasons, Nivin Pauly movies had made success at the Kerala box-office and movies like Love Action Drama and Njandukalude Nattil Oridavela are two examples. So for this year, Onam Nivin Pauly is back with a heist movie titled Ramachandra Boss & Co. The family and youth audiences like to watch Nivin Pauly movies so the expectation for Ramachandra Boss & Co was high. But now the moderate reviews and response for the movie are questioning whether Nivin Pauly’s movie can attract family and youth audiences. The situational comedies in the movie worked to a point but overall the reviews and initial response are not favoring Nivin Pauly this time. So, we hope the reviews won’t affect the running of Ramachandra Boss & Co. Still, families who love to watch a one-time comedy film can book tickets for Ramachandra Boss & Co. but better to watch with fewer expectations.
Public response of Ramachandra The Boss & Co
RDX came silently with less hype and promotion and now the film is ruling over the box-office. The high-octane action sequences in the film are getting a heavy response from both the youth and family audiences. Initially, I wondered whether the movie would be accepted by family audiences but the response and reviews that the film is receiving are massive. With terrific actions, the movie also has a good script filled with family sentiments. So without thinking much the family audience can also book the ticket for RDX. The initial reviews are favorable for the film and the first-day collection is ₹1.30 crore. The advance bookings in the coming days are fast-filling and looks like RDX ranks at the top as the Onam winner.
Public response of RDX
So, from the reviews and public opinion, it’s clear that RDX is currently leading in the front as the Onam winner and as the choice of the family audience. In the coming days let’s wait and see which movie is going to rule the Kerala box-office.
The teaser of the upcoming Malayalam movie Sesham Mike-il Fathima was released on Saturday, August 26. The film stars Kalyani Priyadarshan as a football announcer from Malappuram. Directed by Manu C Kumar, the film is a light-hearted entertainer that uses the game of football as a backdrop for the protagonist’s story.
The teaser gives us a glimpse of Kalyani’s character, who is passionate about football and is always ready to cheer on her team. We also see some of the other characters in the film, including Shaheen Siddique, Sudheesh, Sabumon, Maala Parvathi, Femina George, and Sarasa Balussery.
The teaser has been well-received by fans, who are excited to see Kalyani in a new role. The film is expected to release by the end of the year.
The teaser of Sesham Mike-il Fathima has generated a lot of excitement among fans. The film is definitely one to watch out for.
ONE WORD: RDX is a must-watch film with high-octane actions, a brilliant action treat.
REVIEW BY ARUNJYOTHI R
•Language: MALAYALAM
•Duration: 02 Hours 31 Minutes.
•Genre: Action Thriller.
•POSITIVES:
1: ACTION SEQUENCES
2: DIRECTION
3: STUNTS CHOREOGRAPHY BY THE DUO ANBARIV
4: SCREENPLAY & DIALOGUES
5: PERFORMANCE OF ACTORS
6: MUSIC AND BACKGROUND SCORE
7: EDITING
•NEGATIVES:
1: The Story is predictable
•STORY IDEA:
The movie RDX commences with a Palli Perunnal, during which an altercation arises when Dony (Antony Varghese) comes across a group that engages in a dispute with his father, Philip (Lal). In response to this matter, the aforementioned group proceeds to assault Dony and his family during the late hours of the night, resulting in significant harm. This occurrence prompts Robert (Shane Nigam) and Xavier (Neeraj Madhav) to take action, leading to the reformation of the RDX team in order to seek revenge for this heinous act.
•DETAIL REVIEW:
The film RDX was written and directed by the debutant Nahas Hidayath. Along with the director Nahas Hidayath, Adarsh Sukumaran wrote the screenplay and Shabas Rasheed wrote the dialogues for the film. The movie is produced by Sophia Paul under the production company of Weekend Blockbusters. Stunt choreographer duo Anbariv does the action sequences and Alex J. Pulickal does the cinematography. Chaman Chakko was hired to do the editing and Sam C.S. composed the music and background score for the film. With a running time of 151 minutes the film RDX is currently running in theatres as an Onam release with a U/A censor certificate.
When the Onam movie lineup was announced, I initially had low expectations for RDX. I even questioned whether it could hold its own against the King of Kotha and Ramachandra Boss & Co. However, I was proven wrong and learned the valuable lesson of ‘never judging a book by its cover’. RDX is a must-see film that demands to be experienced on the big screen. Even an hour after leaving the theater, I am still under its spell. This movie is simply incredible, and I enjoyed every single moment of it. RDX has undoubtedly given me one of the most unforgettable and awesome theater experiences in recent memory.
The film in question is a masterful execution of cinematic artistry because RDX has an exceptional direction, a brilliantly crafted screenplay, and dialogue that is capable of eliciting a thrilling response from viewers. The performances of each actor are characterized by a high level of energy, and the fight sequences are a veritable feast for action enthusiasts. While the story may be predictable, that’s the only minor flaw. Despite this, the predictability of the plot does not detract from the overall viewing experience, as the film possesses a commanding power that captivates every single viewer from beginning to end. The atmosphere in the theater was electric, with the audience fully engaged and expressing their enthusiasm through loud whistling, cheering, and clapping. The success of RDX can be attributed to its exceptional production values and well-crafted script, which effectively engage and captivate the audience.
The direction of Nahas Hidayath was exceptional, characterized by a passionate approach and a filmmaking style that exhibited a commendable level of quality. The direction maintained a consistent momentum throughout the film, without any instances of imbalance. The director’s vision was evident in his well-planned execution of the movie, which was tailored to the preferences of the audience. With the release of mass action movies in Tamil and Telugu, I had often wondered when the Malayalam film industry would produce such commercially successful films. The director Nahas Hidayath has answered this question through his film RDX.
The screenplay of RDX is an absolute masterpiece, deserving of thunderous applause. Every single scene was crafted with precision and adhered to the proper format, resulting in a fully immersive experience that kept me engaged from start to finish. The screenplay flowed seamlessly, following the story’s natural progression without a single moment of lag or boredom. The reasons behind each scene were expertly explained, leaving no room for doubt or confusion. The emotions conveyed in the screenplay were flawlessly executed, allowing me to connect with the characters and their experiences on a deep level.
The relationship between the father and sons was particularly well-written, with actor Lal delivering a powerful performance as the father figure. Antony Varghese and Shane Nigam also shone in their roles as the sons, navigating through various challenges with authenticity and heart. The emotional bond between the three characters was palpable, and director Nahas Hidayath captured their love and affection in a way that truly resonated with me. Furthermore, the element of friendship was a crucial factor in RDX, with the characters played by Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese, and Neeraj Madhav sharing a deep connection that was beautifully portrayed on screen. The way they united to solve their problems was executed with finesse, leaving me hooked and engaged throughout the film. So, RDX is a triumph of storytelling, with a screenplay that is both compelling and authentic.
The movie’s first half is a masterful blend of present-day scenes and flashbacks. Right from the start, the film packs a punch with Antony Varghese’s first action sequence at the church festival. The story takes an unexpected turn, and the flashback scenes are revealed, all while we witness the romantic chemistry between Shane Nigam and Mahima Nambiar. I was worried that these scenes would drag on, but the director and writers expertly maintained the perfect flow. Nahas Hidayath and the scriptwriters portrayed the romantic scenes in a fair way, using them to propel the movie forward. The fight between the heroes and villains had a convincing and valid reason, making it more engaging. The characters were brilliantly written, with each one given ample space to perform. Vishnu Agasthya’s villainous character was exceptionally well-written and stands out as one of the best in recent Malayalam cinema.
The first half of the film concludes with a series of high-octane action scenes, which serve as a prelude to the main plot. The second half of the film is characterized by a mood of revenge, as the heroes seek to avenge themselves against their adversaries. The standout scene of the film is undoubtedly the confrontation between Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese, and Neeraj Madhav against the villainous gang in the colony. The use of karate skills and the confidence of the three heroes in their ability to fight back against their foes is truly breathtaking. The tension of the action sequences is palpable, and I found myself biting my nails in anticipation at many moments. The boat fight sequences featuring Shane Nigam are particularly impressive, and the climax of the film is filled with captivating moments. I was literally getting goosebumps during the climax, which is characterized by massive and terrific actions. The moment in which Babu Antony enters the fray is particularly noteworthy, as his martial arts skills are truly spectacular and a treat to watch. I would like to extend my thanks to Nahas Hidayath and the writers for giving Babu Antony the much-needed screen space he deserves. The ending of the film is completely satisfying, and the tail-end action sequences left me doubly happy.
•PERFORMANCE OF ACTORS:
RDX has the casting of Antony Varghese, Shane Nigam, Neeraj Madhav, Babu Antony, Lal, Vishnu Agasthya, Mahima Nambiar, Maala Parvathi, Baiju Santosh Kumar and many more. All the actors in the film did a great job, there are many actors in the film and I don’t know their names but everyone did an incredible performance especially the actors in the villain gang. Antony Varghese, Shane Nigam and Neeraj Madhav are the three heroes of RDX and three of them gave their best for their characters. Among the three of them personally, I loved Antony Varghese more. His way of fighting and the style he had in his punch was awesome. The dialogue delivery and expression of Antony Varghese was also notable. The facial expressions of Antony Varghese during the fight sequence and emotional scenes were intense. Shane Nigam also did a brilliant job. I was having doubts about whether he would be able to do the action sequences but he nailed it. His karate skills and the way he fights were impressive and the heroic feel was all over seen in his performance. Neeraj Madhav looked stylish with his long hair and did a terrific job of doing the action sequences. His Karate moves were so fast and his fighting style was so amazing to watch. The way Neeraj Madhav used Nunchuks (karate sticks) was shocking and it was like a really trained one. Three of them performed magnificently and it’s the best in their career. Lal as the father was a perfect choice and he did honestly. The emotional scenes were safer in his hands and the combination of scenes with Antony Varghese and Shane Nigam was touching. Vishnu Agasthya shined as the villain. I didn’t think he would perform in a flawless way, his intense look and the shades of villain were beautiful to watch. His character had given a tough fight and I’m sure in future he will get many good notable roles, he is such a talented actor. Mahima Nambiar as the heroine also performed well and the combination scenes with Shane Nigam worked well to set the romantic mood. Babu Antony in the climax portion delivered a massive action sequence and it’s one of the major highlights of RDX. Aima Rosmy Sebastian, Nishanth Sagar, Maala Parvathi and Baiju Santosh Kumar had crucial roles and everyone did justice to their respective characters.
•MUSIC AND TECHNICAL ASPECTS:
The musical work for the film is composed by Sam C.S. which includes the background score. The film has two songs and both songs are really good. The song “Halaballo’ sung by Benny Dayal, Ranjith K Govind, Naresh Iyer and Sam C.S. was powerful with stunning beats. The vocals of the singers were also matching for the song and the visuals of heroes doing action set the premise of a heroic feel. The lyrics of Manu Manjith were also fair and the words had the power to showcase a mass appeal. The song “Scene Mone” sung by Neeraj Madhav emphasizes the atmosphere of a rap vibe with a catchy tune and lyrics. The lyrics by the singer Neeraj Madhav had meaningful words and the spirit to give motivation. The way Neeraj sang the song is brilliant and the video released on YouTube with the visuals is a treat to watch. The song ‘Neela Nilave’ was an unexpected romantic track and loved the dance and combination scenes of Shane Nigam and Mahima Nambiar.
As an action movie, the importance of the background score is crucial to set the impact and in RDX the composer Sam C.S. had given the right set of appropriate background tunes. Whenever the important scenes are taking place it has the backup of provoking tunes to give the right impact. In action scenes, the striking background score helps to lift the mood of the scene and while watching we will feel additional energy. All the background score used in the climax portion was impressive and helped to build the mood of tension and excitement. Emotional scenes had also the support of a good background score especially in the scenes of father-sons.
The choreographer duo Anabriv also known as Anbumani and Arivumani was hired to do the action sequences and they gave the right thrilling and brilliant action sequences. I was stunned by seeing the action sequences in the film and I’m sure they can only choreograph such massive action sequences. They are the backbone of this film and it’s one of their best and finest works. The cinematography by Alex J. Pulickal was also tremendous because the camera movements and the placement of the camera had no single kind of error. The way the camera angles shift to another side was shocking and the sudden movements that were used in action sequences will blow your mind. The various camera angles, the closeup shots and the wide-angle frames were beautiful to watch. For every action movie a cameraman like Alex J. Pulickal is needed, great impressive work. The editing of Chaman Chakko was also crisp and clear, no sort of mismatches were felt and the transitions of scenes were also perfect. The running time of 151 minutes didn’t feel long and the proper editing helped for a smooth engaging watch.
•CONCLUSION:
So overall, the film RDX gave me a massive and unforgettable theatre experience and I loved watching every single bit of the film. RDX is crammed with high-octane actions and I’m sure one will be engaged within the film. The direction of Nahad Hidayath was excellent and the script of the movie has the right components to attract anyone. Without any doubt, I will surely recommend RDX to everyone and kindly watch this energetic must-watch film on the big screen. RDX is a real example of an action treat and it’s one of the best commercial movies of this year, please don’t miss it. The real Onam winner is here, RDX 🔥
Ramachandra Boss & Co, the latest Malayalam movie starring Nivin Pauly, Vinay Forrt, and Mamitha Baiju, is a fun but routine comedy. The film, written and directed by Haneef Adeni, tells the story of a group of friends who start a business together. The film has its share of laughs, but it also feels a bit too familiar.
The film’s biggest strength is its cast. Nivin Pauly is in good form as the charming and charismatic Ramachandran. Vinay Forrt is also good as his best friend, and Mamitha Baiju is charming as the love interest. The supporting cast is also solid.
The film’s biggest weakness is its predictability. The story is pretty straightforward, and there are no real surprises. The film also feels a bit too long, especially in the second half.
The film has opened to mixed reviews from the critics. Some have praised the film’s humor and cast, while others have criticized its predictability and length. The film is still early in its theatrical run, so it remains to be seen how it will fare with the audience.
Ramachandra Boss And Co Review : The worst heist I had ever seen, Ramachandra Boss & Co is a big time of disappointment.
REVIEW BY ARUNJYOTHI R
•Language: MALAYALAM
•Duration: 02 Hours 28 Minutes.
•Genre: Heist Action Comedy Thriller
•POSITIVES:
1: Comedies
2: Cinematography
3: Editing
4: Performance of Vinay Forrt
5: First Half
•NEGATIVES:
1: Average Direction
2: Mediocre screenplay
3: Predictable Twist
4: Lack of good background score
5: Munish as Villain was disappointing
6: Robbery scenes lack impact
ONE WORD: The worst heist I had ever seen, Ramachandra Boss & Co is a big time of disappointment.
•STORY IDEA:
Ramachandra Boss and Co is the ultimate tale of a renowned, high-priced painting. With unwavering confidence, Ramachandra (Nivin Pauly) assembles a team of individuals from Kerala who are in dire need of money to execute the heist. With meticulous planning, Ramachandra sets his sights on stealing the painting from wealthy businessman Amarnath (Munish). The question remains: can Ramachandra’s team overcome the obstacles that stand in their way and successfully pull off the daring robbery? The answer lies in the remainder of the story.
•DETAIL REVIEW:
The film Ramachandra Boss & Co is written and directed by Haneef Adeni and it’s the second collaboration of Nivin Pauly and Haneef Adeni after the flop film Mikhael. The movie is produced by Listen Stephen and Nivin Pauly under Magic Frames and Pauly Jr. Pictures. The film is distributed by Magic Frames and with a running time of 147 minutes the film is currently running in theatres as an Onam release with a U/A censor certificate.
In all candor, Ramachandra Boss & Co. is the most subpar heist film I have viewed in recent memory. The primary issue with this heist movie lies in three key areas: the storyline, screenplay, and direction and these three are done by Haneef Adeni. Each of these elements fell below average, resulting in a lackluster film that offers little beyond a few moments of situational comedy. The only redeeming qualities of Ramachandra Boss & Co. are its Dubai locations, select comedic moments, and cinematography.
A movie that comes under the genre of heist should have the capability to hold our attention and make us thrill but here nothing worked out. The robbery scenes don’t make any sense and the way the robberies are conducted is executed badly in the film. Haneef Adeni is behind in the direction and script and both of them were average because the screenplay was written in such a shoddy way. In the film Nivin Pauly’s character Ramachandra is the chief and his team is behind after an expensive painting. They make several attempts to rob the painting from a dangerous rich villain and every time they fail but after the failure of Plan A and Plan B, they will successfully rob the painting under Plan C. So the storyline had enough slots to make the film thrilling but Haneef Adeni didn’t utilize the chances well.
In the film, each time Ramachandran and his team went on their heist for painting the screenplay and direction of Hanif Adani were unable to deliver the feeling of excitement and thrill. The movie failed to maintain a sense of suspense and the twists and turns in the film do not have any kind of good impact. The direction of Haneef Adeni was just okay, the first half was fun. Haneef Adeni took enough time to establish the story and no lag was felt in the first half. The central characters in the film were shown evidently and their backstory was convincing for the plot. I was able to establish a strong connection with the underlying motive behind the main characters’ heist, as portrayed in Haneef Adeni’s writing. The author’s adeptness in this regard is evident, as the emotional rationale presented is well-justified.
The situational comedies of Vinay Forrt were entertaining and he had done a good job. Actually, Vinay Forrt was the one who scored more than any other actors, his comedies were also in the second half and it was a big relief. But the comedies were not just enough to carry the movie. When the movie tracks to the actual scenario of robbery scenes everything turned upside down. The execution of heist scenes looked unrealistic and the way the robbery was done was amateurish. In the city of Dubai how the characters perform the robbery will make you laugh, there is no logic and it is completely out of the sense. We all know in the climax the main characters will successfully complete the mission but the ending was having an alternative tail end. The man behind the master plan, who he is and his secret plan are revealed in the last minutes of the movie and sadly it is something we have seen in many movies associated with this genre. Also, that particular scene should have made a big impact but it didn’t and unfortunately, those scenes didn’t give Nivin Pauly’s Ramachandra character any kind of heroic spin.
The selection of the antagonist for the film Ramachandra Boss & Co. proved to be a significant misstep. Munish, who was cast in the role of the villain, presented a considerable obstacle for the film. His performance was subpar, his demeanor and actions in the movie were detrimental to the overall quality of the film. The decision to cast Munish as the villain by Haneef Adeni resulted in a significant problem for Ramachandra Boss & Co. The villain character was a crucial element of the film, and I am wondering why Haneef Adeni chose Munish for such a pivotal role. From the outset, it was evident that the movie would be missing a compelling villain, and the absence of a powerful antagonist was felt throughout the film.
This is a heist film, and while similar movies have been made in many languages, a truly engaging and thrilling cinematic experience is one that avoids predictability. Unfortunately, Ramachandra Boss and Co. fall short in this regard. The weak writing and lack of surprising elements make it all too easy to predict what will happen from beginning to end. The plan and execution of a robbery are the main attractions of a heist film, but disappointingly, these elements are absent in this movie. It’s sad to see that the screenplay fails to engage the audience and deliver the excitement that a heist film promises.
•PERFORMANCE OF ACTORS:
The movie has the star cast of Nivin Pauly, Mamitha Baiju, Vinay Fort, Jaffer Idukki, Aarsha Chandini Baiju, Vijilesh Karayad, Sreenath Babu, Munish, Nassar and others.
The performance of Nivin Pauly was good but not that great. The satire of a chief who makes the plan of action for robbery does not fit him well. I felt something was missing from his performance, the expression of Nivin Pauly was fine and with Vinay Forrt in the areas of situational comedies Nivin had given the best. But in the most crucial areas, the heroic feel of Nivin Pauly was not seen evidently. Nivin Pauly should have concentrated more on the dialogue delivery and modulation in presenting the dialogues. His new look after the weight loss looks stylish and the costumes of Nivin Pauly had a rich attractive appeal. Vinay Forrt is the one who stole the show, his comedies really worked out and the acting was also fine. The combination scenes of Vinay Forrt with Mamitha and Aarsha evoked laughter and his timing in delivering the comedy scenes was also supreme. Jaffer Idukki did a fine job, the emotional scenes were acted out well and those scenes had a feel. Mamitha Baiju as the hacker did not have much to perform but did decently. Aarsha Chandini Baiju’s character was also having the same issue because the screen space was moderate for performing. Vijilesh Karayad and Sreenath Babu did complete justice to their supporting roles and their performance was good. Munish as the villain was utterly disappointing and I didn’t like his whole performance. Actor Nassar comes in at the beginning of the film with a convincing performance.
•MUSIC AND TECHNICAL ASPECTS:
The musical work for the film is composed by Midhun Mukundan which includes the background score. The film has one song “Yalla Habibi” sung by Zia Ul Haq, Vidyaa Prakash and the composer Midhun Mukundan. The song is already on the hit list and it’s nice to hear. The song has a blend of Arabic patterns with a mix of Malayalam lyrics. The tune is catchy and the musical instruments used in the song make it different. Also, the lyrics written by Suhail Koya give more appeal to the song. The visuals of the song and the combination scenes of Nivin Pauly and his co-actors are fun to watch. The dance of Mamitha Baiju and the visuals of Dubai give a splendid feel to the song. The background score in the film was poor, in many important scenes the absence of a compelling background score was missing so the feel of excitement and thrill was not able to be given by the background score. The background score at the emotional scenes was the only good tunes that worked.
The cinematography for the film is done by Vishnu Thandassery and the editing is done by Nishad Yusuf. The cinematography was attractive because he had captured the best visuals of Dubai. The locations in the film looked good and it actually matched the premise of the storyline. The various frames of Dubai were pleasingly shot and the frames of Dubai had the strength to grab the attention. But the robbery scenes were executed poorly so the scenes didn’t make the proper impact. The wide-angle frames of dessert and car chase scenes were nicely handled. The shots and camera movements in the action sequences were also shot properly. I don’t have complaints about the editing works of Nishad Yusuf because the duration of the film didn’t feel lengthy and 147 minutes was a crisp running length for this heist film. The transitions of the scenes were okay and it didn’t give any misplaced feeling. The colour tone of the film looks vivid and the cuts in the action sequences were also nice.
CONCLUSION:
So overall the film Ramachandra Boss and Co gave me a disappointing experience because of the average direction and poor script. The making style of Haneef Adeni did not have the strength for an engaging heist movie and the writing of the story and screenplay failed to create an impact. The situational comedies of Vinay Forrt and visuals of Dubai are the only things that worked in Ramachandra Boss and Co. The predictable storyline, half-baked screenplay and the poor villain turned into the biggest problem for Nivin Pauly’s Ramachandra Boss and Co. So, now it’s up to you, if you are booking the tickets kindly watch with fewer expectations.
Mohanlal’s Upcoming Big-Budget Pan-Indian Film ‘Vrushabha’ First Schedule Completed
Actor Mohanlal through his official X account has revealed his character look and the details of the cast and crew. The budget of the movie is reported around ₹200 Crores and the movie is planned for next year’s release.
Exciting news, for the Mohanlal Fans! The first schedule of Mohanlal’s highly anticipated Pan Indian film ‘Vrishabha’ has officially wrapped up! The superstar himself took to Facebook to share the thrilling update with his fans and even gave us a sneak peek of his character’s look in the film. Get ready soon to witness Mohanlal in action as the fierce warrior, Kyle Valenthi.
According to the various repeats the budget of the movie is ₹200 crores and to offer a visual treat the movie will be crammed with advanced VFX technologies. Vrushabha is poised to deliver a captivating visual experience replete with emotions and VFX to its audience. Scheduled for release in 2024, the film will be available in Malayalam, Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, and Hindi languages, and will be screened across 4500 theaters. The production of the film is being undertaken by Abhishek Vyas, Vishal Gurnani, Jury Parekh Mehta, and Shyam Sundar, under the banner of AVS Studios. Additionally, Ekta Kapoor and Shobha Kapoor, under the banner of First Step Movies, Varun Mathur, under the banner of Connect Media, and Balaji Telefilms are also involved in the production of the film. The PRO for the film is Sabari.
The film’s production schedule has been finalized in Mysore, with principal photography commencing on 22 July 2023. Notable actors such as Mohanlal, Roshan Mekka, Zahra S Khan, and Shanaya Kapoor have been captured in dramatic scenes. The production team is diligently striving to ensure the film’s optimal quality. The addition of Nick Thurlow as executive producer and Peter Hein as action director marks a significant advancement for the film. Peter Hein’s notable contributions to the film industry include works like Baahubali, Pulimurugan, Shivaji, Ghajini, Enthiran, and Pushpa, which are indicative of his expertise and experience in the field.
CHESS WORLD CUP FINAL 2023: INDIA’S PRAGGNANANDHAA LOST THE CLASH TO THE WORLD NO.1 MAGNUS CARLSEN.
The five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen won in the finals of the 2023 FIDE World Cup beating R Praggnanandhaa. Magnus Carlsen has added one more prestigious trophy to his collection in a thrilling tiebreak with R Praggnanandhaa from India.
An 18-year-old boy from Chennai became an original child prodigy to challenge the world’s top Chess players and lost in the finals. The Young Indian boy R Praggnanandhaa got to the finals beating powerful players such as Hikaru Nakamura and Fabiano Caruana resulting in a Silver medal and also getting a ticket as a candidate for playing next year in FIDE. Leaders like Amid Shah, Kapil Mishra and M.K.stalin have shared their congratulations on X for Pragg’s remarkable journey to the final and making the entire Country proud.
The tie-breaker clash ended with Carlsen winning the game at 1.5-0.5 after the classical tournament finished off in a stalemate. Decisively the second 25+ 10 game terminated in a draw just after 22 moves. The two classical tournaments held on Tuesday and Wednesday took place and resulted in draws setting the phase for the gripping tie-breaker. Pragg’s outstanding performance in the tournaments secured him a spot in the admiringly prestigious Candidates Tournament in 2024 which is scheduled to take place in Canada.
International Chess Federation posted on X formerly named Twitter “Praggnanandhaa is the runner-up of the 2023 FIDE World Cup!🥈
Congratulations to the 18-year-old Indian prodigy on an impressive tournament! 👏
On his way to the final, Praggnanandhaa beat, among others, world #2 Hikaru Nakamura and #3 Fabiano Caruana! By winning the silver medal, Praggnanandhaa also secured a ticket to the FIDE candidates”.
“Fabiano Caruana clinches third place in the 2023 FIDE World Cup and secures a ticket to the FIDECandidates tournament next year, after prevailing against Nijat Abasov in the tiebreaks. Congratulations!”, announced the International Chess Federation on X.
Allu Arjun is the best actor and Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon share the Best Actress Award; Here are the details of all the winners of the 69th National Film Awards 2023
The moment we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived! The winners of the 69th National Film Awards have been announced and we couldn’t be more excited! This prestigious ceremony, which will be held at a later date, will honour the best Indian films produced across languages in the calendar year 2021.
Are you ready to discover the winners? The feature and non-feature films certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) between January 1, 2021, and December 31, 2021, were eligible for contention. This means that only the most exceptional films made the cut and are now officially recognized as the best of the best. Without further ado, we present to you the full list of winners at the 69th National Film Awards.
Best Feature Film: Rocketry: The Nambi Effect
Best Director: Nikhil Mahajan, Godavari
Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment: RRR
Nargis Dutt Award for Best Feature Film on National Integration: The Kashmir Files
Best Actor: Allu Arjun for Pushpa
Best Actress: Alia Bhatt for Gangubai Kathiawadi & Kriti Sanon for Mimi
Best Supporting Actor: Pankaj Tripathi, Mimi
Best Supporting Actress: Pallavi Joshi, The Kashmir Files
Best Child Artist: Bhavin Rabari, Chhello Show
Indira Gandhi Award for Best Debut Film of a Director: Meppadiyan, Vishnu Mohan
Best Film on Social Issues: Anunaad-The Resonance
Best Film on Environment Conservation/Preservation: Aavasavyuham
Best Dialogue Writer: Utkarshini Vashishtha & Prakash Kapadia, Gangubai Kathiawadi
Best Music Director (Songs): Devi Sri Prasad, Pushpa
Best Music Direction (Background Music): MM Keeravaani, RRR
Best Male Playback Singer: Kaala Bhairava, RRR
Best Female Playback Singer: Shreya Ghoshal, Iravin Nizhal
Best Lyrics: Chandrabose, Konda Polam’s Dham Dham Dham
Best Audiography (Location Sound Recordist): Arun Asok & Sonu K P, Chavittu
Best Audiography (Sound Designer): Aneesh Basu, Jhilli
Best Audiography (Re-recordist of the final mixed track): Sinoy Joseph, Sardar Udham
Best Choreography: Prem Rakshith, RRR
Best Cinematography: Avik Mukhopadhayay, Sardar Udham
Best Costume Designer: Veera Kapur Ee, Sardar Udham
Best Special Effects: Srinivas Mohan, RRR
Best Production Design: Dmitrii Malich and Mansi Dhruv Mehta, Sardar Udham
Best Editing: Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Gangubai Kathiawadi
Best Make-up: Preetisheel Singh, Gangubai Kathiawadi
Best Stunt Choreography: King Soloman, RRR
Special Jury Award: Shershaah, Vishnuvardhan
Special Mention: 1. Late Shri Nallandi, Kadaisi Vivasayi 2. Aranya Gupta & Bithan Biswas, Jhilli 3. Indrans, Home 4. Jahanara Begum, Anur
Best Hindi Film: Sardar Udham
Best Kannada Film: 777 Charlie
Best Malayalam Film: Home
Best Gujurati Film: Chhello Show
Best Tamil Film: Kadaisi Vivasayi
Best Telugu Film: Uppena
Best Maithili Film: Samanantar
Best Mishing Film: Boomba Ride
Best Marathi Film: Ekda Kaay Zala
Best Bengali Film: Kalkokkho
Best Assamese Film: Anur
Best Meiteilon Film – Eikhoigi Yum
Best Odiya Film – Pratikshya
Best Film on Environment Conservation/Preservation:
Best Film on Social Issue:Mithu Di (Marathi and Three Two One Marathi & Hindi)
Best Non-feature Film:Ek Tha Gaon (Marathi and Garhwali)
Best Environment Film:Munnam Valavu (Malayalam)
Best Film on Family Values: Chand Saanse
Best Short Fiction Film:Daal Bhat (Gujarati)
Best Investigative Film: Looking For Challan
Best Promotional Film:Endangered Heritage ‘Warli Art’
Best Science and Technology Film:Ethos of Darkness
Best Exploration Film: Ayushman
Best Educational Film: Sirpigalin Sirpangal
Best Short Fiction Film: Dal Bhat
Best Animation Film: Kandittundu
Best Film on Family Values: Chand Saanse
Best Direction (Non-feature film): Bakul Matiyani, Smile Please
Best Cinematography (Non-feature film): Bittu Rawat, Pataal
Best Non-Feature Film – Ek Tha Gaon (Garhwali & Hindi)
Best Director – Bakual Matiyani for the film Smile Please (Hindi)
Best Film on Family Values – Chand Saanse (Hindi)
Best Cinematographer – Bittu Rawat for the film Pataal Tee (Bhotiya)
Best Investigative Film – Looking For Challan (English)
Best Educational Film – Sirpigalin Sipangal (Tamil)
Best Film on Social Issues – Mithu Di (English), Three Two One (Marathi & Hindi)
Best Environmental Films – Munnam Valavu (Malayalam)
Best Audiography (Re-recordist of the final mixed track): Unni krishnan, Ek Tha Gaon
Best Production Sound Recordist (Location/Sync Sound): Suruchi Sharma, Meen Raag
Best Editing: Abhro Banerjee, If Memory Serves Me Right
Best Music Direction: Ishaan Divecha, Succelent
Best Narration/Voice Over: Kulada Kumar Bhattacharjee, Hathibondhu
Special Mention:
1. Aniruddha Jatkar, Baale Bangara
2. Srikanth Deva Karuvarai,
3. Sweta Kumar Das, The Healing Touch
4. Ram Kamal Mukherjee, Ek Duaa
Best Book on Cinema: Music by Laxmikant Pyarelal:
The Incredibly Melodious Journey by Rajiv Vijayakar
Best Film Critic: Purushothama Charyulu
Best Film Critic (Special Mention): Subramanya Bandoor
The COVID-19 pandemic caused a two-year delay for the award ceremonies. In 2022, the 68th National Film Awards recognized the best Indian films from 2020. Soorarai Pottru, a Tamil film, won the Best Feature Film award, and Sachy won Best Director for Ayyappanum Koshiyum. Ajay Devgn and Suriya shared the Best Actor award, while Aparna Balamurali won Best Actress. The 67th National Film Awards, held in 2021, celebrated the best Indian films from 2019, with Marakkar: Lion of the Arabian Sea winning the top prize.
