Vettaikkaran

Vettaikkaran to a Vijay fan is what a filtered cigarette is to a beedi smoker, it's less harmful than the regular ones but at the end of the day, it can still cause cancer.

This movie has nothing different from the last 10 Vijay movies. But the utter cruel nature of his previous three films has made this seem so very well made. It can be very enjoyable if you walk into the theatre with no expectations like many other Vijay hits. It has got some awesome dance sequences, good comedy scenes, cheesy oneliners and a hot heroine. A definite watch if you have an appetite for such movies(I definitely do!).

The story is simple. The powerful villain ruins Vijay's idols life and is at loggerheads with Vijay. From the brink of defeat, vijay fights back and saves the day. The execution has to be appreciated as there is not much Vijay has not done these days in his movies. The villain, Salim Ghouse, does a neat job. Good to see him back in Tamil movies after Thiruda Thiruda. His dialogue delivery is thoroughly enjoyable. The heroine, Anushka, has nothing much to do. A step down for her after her incredible performance in Arundathi. The other actors have also given a neat performance. Special mention to the telugu actor, Srihari. The songs fit like a glove. Music Director Vijay Antony seems to be a perfect fit for Vijay. The numbers are peppy, raw which is exactly what every Vijay fan wants.

The masala elements have been mellowed down to suit the palate of the multiplex audiences but still spicy enough for the loyal fans to be happy. Kudos to the first time director for ensuring this. Never in my wildest of dreams did I imagine a scene from a 'A Beautiful Mind' fitting in a Vijay flick. Director Babu Sivan has pulled this awesome feat. I am pretty sure he's gonna be around for some time.

I would give it a 40/100 for being the perfect masala movie this year.