The long wait is over, Universal Hero Kamal Hassan’s latest movie is out. Manmadhan Ambu has finally released and the movie it loaded with fun and comedy all through out. Here is perhaps the first review of the movie to appear on the internet.
First, the movie released immediate;y after Rajnikanth’s Endhiran. And perhaps only Kamal could have attempted to take on Rajni. This movie should break the Endhiran fever that has been gripping Tamil Nadu for the last few months. Ok, let me go on to the review now.
The movie is a light hearted romantic caper with its fun moments. In the end, the movie does make you feel one with its story and so credit must be given to the story writer and director K.S Ravikumar. The 4 main characters take the story forward and each one has a meaty role in the script. The romantic moments between Kamal and Trisha are worth watching and is a highlight in the movie. But Maddy and his character act as reality checks during these moments. How the three settle their feelings forms the crux of the story. Sangeetha comes in the midst of this triangle and adds a new dimension to an old story.
Kamal Hassan pulls off the role of Major Mannar with ease. He makes you laugh and cry in the movie and it seemed like a walk in the park for Kamal in this role. Maddy is impressive as usual and fits the role to the T. It is a very good break for Trisha and her career seems to be on a high after Gautam Menon’s Vinnai Thandhi Varuvaya. But the surprise element in the movie is Sangeetha and the weight of her character. She is no doubt a good actor and this might just be the break that she has been waiting for all along.
Technically, the movie is a treat. The background score and camera work is neatly done. Kamal excels with the song ‘Neeyum Naanum’. But one really hopes he doesn’t sing every song in the movies that he acts in. As much as his voice is a treat to hear, Gaana songs are not his forte.
Overall, it is a treat for all Kamal fans and a good movie for all others. You can be assured of three hours well spent by watching Manmathan Ambu