THOTTA- MOVIE

This film was diected by Selva. He has made it very clear that he wants to make an out and out commercial masala which can really attract the masses. The intention shows in each frame from the word go.Although it is an ordinary story it has something in it called the SELVA effect.
The second half is that which actually deals with the real story. The first half moves on narrating how a boy, who becomes an orphan, is saved by an auto driver and later ‘adopted’ by a police officer. The officer names him as Thotta and brings him up as a ruthless rowdy, who would eliminate anybody on demand. He does anything for money.
Jeevan takes the role of Thotta who becomes a gang leader and makes a lot of money by executing murders for money. The officer (Sampathraj) becomes commissioner and indulges in all sort of shady activities with the help of powerful Thotta.
Life goes on smoothly till Thotta meets Nalina (Priyamani), who is the daughter of the auto driver. He feels indebted and tries to help the family. He helps her without revealing his real identity. He promises her to get her a job in police department, which is her dream.
He seeks the help of his mentor cum police commissioner but he demands her to sleep with him to get the posting. Thotta revolts and subsequently the mentor and the disciple become enemies.
Then the movie deals with a fight between the DADA and the police commissioner. Though Thotta predictably triumphs at the end, the movie moves on with many unpredictable twists. There are too many interesting tracks interwoven in the script. The love and hate between Nalina and Thotta, the parting of Thotta’s lieutenant and close friend Giri (Vishnupriyan), the investigation of central minister’s murder, and the role played by rival gang headed by Vana Roja (Hema Chowdry) ensure interesting narrative. The unexpected climax fits well in to the script and makes it very interesting.
Director Selva has done a few things in a different manner. He hasn’t depicted the clichéd love between a thug and a girl from a normal family. He has attributed the attachment to the sense of gratitude. The girl’s aversion towards rowdies is well portrayed. The friendship between Thotta and Giri getting affected by Giri’s wife (Mallika) is effectively depicted. The investigation drama and the cold war between the officers are interestingly handled. The Vana Roja twist is something unexpected and credibly presented.
The director could have made a better film, if he had concentrated more on Thotta’s character. The character lacks shades and dimensions. The initial scenes move on in a predictable and clichéd manner. The movie lacks finesse though it manages to entertain. Most of the songs serve as speed breakers and at least two songs could have been avoided. The characters of Sampath Raj, Livingston, and Santhana Bharathi are clichéd.
Jeevan has established himself as a commercial hero who could romance and fight. He has style and looks. His body language has improved in stunt scenes but he must try to become more credible when it comes to emoting. His dialogue delivery is another area that needs to be improved.
Priyamani has already made it clear that she wants to be known as a glamourous heroine and her sexy body also makes the film really interesting. The beautiful girl hasn’t hesitated to flaunt her body, especially in the rain song. She excels in emotional scenes as well.
Depicting a police officer with shades is like a piece of cake for the veteran Sampath Raj and he comes up with flying colours. Vishnupriyan and Mallika have done their respective parts with conviction, while Mayilsamy has managed to provide some funny moments. Hema Chowdry has made an impact in a significant role. Others including Livingston, Thalaivaasal Vijay, Santhana Bharathi are competent and talented.
Srikanth Deva has given a collection of tunes. Mugaam Poo and Venum Venum are soothing to the ears, while the peppy songs like Saami Aaduda and Vaa Vaa Mappillai are appealing. But the back ground music and the percussions in the songs are too loud to be loved.
The movie will really be great commercial success.That is what that is seen from the intial collection.

BILLA starring Ajith Kumar

Yuvanshankar Raja was the man behind the great remake of the of yesteryear blockbuster Billa. His work shows many similarities with the original.
Ajith's devotion to his work is shown clearly in this film.Yuvanshankar has managed to come up with a mix of a mass and class in Billa with a couple of remixes from the original all set to appeal the masses. The songs of this film are really enjoyable.
A right mix of hip-hop, melody and class, the new version of 'Billa' has songs which will top the audio charts straight away. Groovy and trendy, the album has songs which will set the foot moving.
Groovy tracks complete with exotic interludes and orchestration makes up 'Billa'.
Especially the 'Billa' Theme (Instrumental) takes us to a different world. With guitars dominating, the theme song is a masterly work from young Yuvan.
My name is Billa (Naveen, Kay Kay)
It was really and soul of youngsters in the late 1980's. Yuvan was really careful in getting the soul of the song and give it a different colour. Being set in a racy tempo, the song has all ingredients to make it big. Naveen and Kay Kay have tried to catch up with SPB, who rendered the original.
The rap and the guitar interludes deserve appreciation.
Naan Meendum (Deepika)
Watch out for Deepika. The newcomer has rendered this racy number to near perfection. Peppy and foot tapping, the song has enough stringed instruments in the interludes to make it mystifying. A right song for sombre mind. Peppy and pacy.
Sei (Nithya Mahadevan)
Again a racy number. The instruments seem to have overtaken the vocals. But the pace at which the song progresses makes us forget about the vocals. A typical Yuvan song rendered in an Anglican accent. Watch it with visuals, it may appeal to you.
Seval Kodi (Vijay Yesudas)
A typical mass song. Interestingly the soft voice of Vijay Yesudass has been roped in to sing this number. Peppy and filled with brisk music, the Seval Koddi is a perfect number for Ajit fans to rejoice in cinema halls.
The use of percussion and additional rhythm is a delight to listen to.
Vethayala Pottendi (Shankar Mahadevan)
The songs were made beautiful not only by music but also by the scenes in the movie.If you fail to see this movie it will be a great loss to you.