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Kavan Review

KAVAN REVIEW


Cast: Vijay Sethupathi, T Rajendar, Madonna Sebastian, Vikranth,  Akashdeep Saighal
Music: Hiphop Tamizha
Story & Screenplay: K V Anand, Subha, Kabilan Vairamuthu
Direction: K V Anand

Thilak’s (Vijay Sethupathi)  interest towards documentary filming is shown in the title card followed by he joining a big television channel. While entering the channel, he captures a riot before the channel. When his captured video is telecasted but partially, he questions the editor and the questions are suppressed. The anger inside him fizzes out at some point and what happens is the story of kavan.

The movie starts with the channel’s activities to grab audience attention and get a high TRP rating. The truth of the reality shows are well scripted. Though some might seem it boring as it does not foster the story. The love between  Thilan and Malar (Madonna Sebastian) has a less screen space yet well established is because of their on screen chemistry. The choice of Madonna, Vikranth and T Rajendar is a brilliant move by K V Anand. T Rajendar has portrayed a character as close to his real life. His rhyming dialogues are always treat to hear. The art works in his office are extremely innovative and attractive.  

The interview scene is well staged with a mix of hilarious dialogues and serious scenes. Vijay Sethupathi’s mannerisms from sarcasm to expressing high emotions, he steals the show. The interval scenes where he face offs with Akashdeep with a smile is refreshing to watch instead of high pitched punch dialogues. Akashdeep just reminds me of Kamalesh ( Ayan’s antagonist) even though he is the same guy who played that character. His body language, the way he flips his long hair back is a bit odd as it reminds another movie. 

The film is packed with great twists keeping you throughout except for the songs. Hiphop Adhi’s songs are good but background score is too monotonous. Definitely KV Anand- Harris combo will be missed. The movie dialogues are almost relatable to anyone. For instance, Vikranth says “ Sitting in social media and trolling is not enough. Everyone should come out and protest”. These are instantly relatable to our recent happenings.

Verdict: Right on target.

3.25/5

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