Neither stellar performances from Priya Bhavani Shankar and Samuthirakani nor the plot twists towards the end would save the audience from the headache and potential ear damage that Rathnam might cause.
The actor and comedian talks to us about his upcoming film Singapore Saloon, why its character resonated with his journey, and his learnings as an outsider in the industry
Despite minor flaws, Chithha is a necessary watch and a masterclass on how movies on child sexual abuse can be sensitive and engaging without constantly distressing the audience.
Mani Ratnam and team have adapted Kalki’s magnum opus to film, a dream project that has eluded filmmakers such as MGR and Kamal Haasan. How have they fared?