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Typical Indian crowd then. Hearing positive things about this film, may just watch it, Dhanush has been good in his recent films too.
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Typical Indian crowd then. Hearing positive things about this film, may just watch it, Dhanush has been good in his recent films too.
You'd be better off if you don't listen to those friends on this issue then. Because Maryan is said to be your type of movie, with heavy doses of romance. I am leaving for it in a few mins. Will do post my review after watching.
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You'd be better off if you don't listen to those friends on this issue then. Because Maryan is said to be your type of movie, with heavy doses of romance. I am leaving for it in a few mins. Will do post my review after watching.
Yeah sure.Your reviews are generally pretty correct.So i will wait for yours.
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Typical Indian or typical American i dont know mate,i heard so,so told,thats it.
Just back from watching Dhanush and Parvathy's "Maryan". Terrific film! Not flawless for sure, but its a film that Tamil cinema can be proud of. Dhanush as "Maryan" (a man who can never die) is just spell binding. One of the most terrific performances ever by a Tamil actor, this film more than Aadukalam fits the bill for a National award for Dhanush. Would be a disgrace if Dhanush doesn't win it. Speaks through his eyes, moves us through his body language, this guy is a mega star!
About the heroine - special mention of Parvathy Menon must be made here! After a long long time, a Tamil heroine who is filled with loads of substance and some tremendous acting. Parvathy Menon can kick the backs of various current actresses. Her performance as Panimalar is just wonderful. Her eyes are so captivating, and she uses her smile and her eyes to perfection. Last time I was so smitten by an actress's performance was Jyothika in Mozhi. Parvathy Menon should stay here for long.
The film - the storyline is a well known one. Has shades of Mani Ratnam's Roja, but this one is set differently. Contrary to what many may think, this is more of a love story (MadhavanGovind - TAKE NOTE!! This is your type of a film). The romantic portions in the first half are funny, light hearted and good. The second half gets into serious territory with the African portions. Frankly, I loved the first half more with its romance. The second half dips a little in pace, but the ending and the pre-climax make up for it well with gripping moments.
The songs - AMAZING!! And the background score, even better! Rahman has lifted Maryan with his music to dizzying heights. And the heart warming thing is that, Bharatbala uses the songs very convincingly. The songs are an extension of the film, and not just things that are thrown in for commercial purposes. Only the "Kadal Raasa" song looked a little silly with its placement, but the song was shot very well. "Nenje Ezhu" was the best and reserved for the very end. Goosebumps all over with Rahman's music!
Cinematography - Sensational! A lot has been said by people who have watched Maryan before, and I would just add that the cinematographer deserves a toast. Captured the sea and Africa beautifully!
Bharatbala - Considering that this is his debut in Tamil cinema, a highly promising debut. Has quite a few shades of Mani Ratnam is his style of film making. Takes the film at a very leisurely pace at places and gives it a very docu-drama style of making at places, but with more feedback, he will only grow. And what we have seen of him so far is very very promising.
Flaws - As I said, the pacing at places in the second half initially and bits in the first half. Some actors like Uma Riyaz Khan and Appukutti wasted in insignificant roles. At times, a docu-drama feel to the proceedings.
Overall: To sum it short, Maryan is what Kadal should have been. Raise a toast to Dhanush, Parvathy, Rahman and BB. 4/5
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And forgot to add - Maryan >>> Raanjhanaa. Its tactical decision that Dhanush had to debut in Bollywood with a more commercial subject like Raanjhanaa, but his show in Maryan must be made accessible to a pan-Indian audience. People in Bollywood might drop their jaws in awe seeing this performance of his.
Wish Maryan is dubbed into Hindi.
About the heroine - special mention of Parvathy Menon must be made here! After a long long time, a Tamil heroine who is filled with loads of substance and some tremendous acting. Parvathy Menon can kick the backs of various current actresses. Her performance as Panimalar is just wonderful. Her eyes are so captivating, and she uses her smile and her eyes to perfection. Last time I was so smitten by an actress's performance was Jyothika in Mozhi. Parvathy Menon should stay here for long.
The film - the storyline is a well known one. Has shades of Mani Ratnam's Roja, but this one is set differently. Contrary to what many may think, this is more of a love story (MadhavanGovind - TAKE NOTE!! This is your type of a film). The romantic portions in the first half are funny, light hearted and good. The second half gets into serious territory with the African portions. Frankly, I loved the first half more with its romance. The second half dips a little in pace, but the ending and the pre-climax make up for it well with gripping moments.
The songs - AMAZING!! And the background score, even better! Rahman has lifted Maryan with his music to dizzying heights. And the heart warming thing is that, Bharatbala uses the songs very convincingly. The songs are an extension of the film, and not just things that are thrown in for commercial purposes. Only the "Kadal Raasa" song looked a little silly with its placement, but the song was shot very well. "Nenje Ezhu" was the best and reserved for the very end. Goosebumps all over with Rahman's music!
Cinematography - Sensational! A lot has been said by people who have watched Maryan before, and I would just add that the cinematographer deserves a toast. Captured the sea and Africa beautifully!
Bharatbala - Considering that this is his debut in Tamil cinema, a highly promising debut. Has quite a few shades of Mani Ratnam is his style of film making. Takes the film at a very leisurely pace at places and gives it a very docu-drama style of making at places, but with more feedback, he will only grow. And what we have seen of him so far is very very promising.
Flaws - As I said, the pacing at places in the second half initially and bits in the first half. Some actors like Uma Riyaz Khan and Appukutti wasted in insignificant roles. At times, a docu-drama feel to the proceedings.
Overall: To sum it short, Maryan is what Kadal should have been. Raise a toast to Dhanush, Parvathy, Rahman and BB. 4/5
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And forgot to add - Maryan >>> Raanjhanaa. Its tactical decision that Dhanush had to debut in Bollywood with a more commercial subject like Raanjhanaa, but his show in Maryan must be made accessible to a pan-Indian audience. People in Bollywood might drop their jaws in awe seeing this performance of his.
Wish Maryan is dubbed into Hindi.
Your longest review yet?
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Finally got around to seeing "Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru" tonight, alright film, definitely not as funny as people made it out to be though.
I used to write longer reviews when I was very active in orkut communities and Yahoo! Groups. Nowadays, I am not active there and stopped writing big reviews, also as the no. of films (particularly the good ones) I've watched started coming down. But this one deserved that big a review from me!
Again, its not a film for everyone. People will end up with mixed views, much like Vinnaithandi Varuvaaya.
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I used to write longer reviews when I was very active in orkut communities and Yahoo! Groups. Nowadays, I am not active there and stopped writing big reviews, also as the no. of films (particularly the good ones) I've watched started coming down. But this one deserved that big a review from me!
Again, its not a film for everyone. People will end up with mixed views, much like Vinnaithandi Varuvaaya.
Nice one.I will surely watch it then.I dont really bother who the cast is when there is romance.Thanks.
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Parvathy deserves applause! Dhanush and ARR did spectacular jobs as always. Not the film for everyone. I don't know how people are going gaga over the scrap Singam 2. This is the film that should earn. But not everyone will like it.
I wouldn't say watch it for Dhanush, I would ask you to watch it for Parvathy.
I wouldn't say watch it for Dhanush, I would ask you to watch it for Parvathy.
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Saw "Maasaani" 
... still searching for that guy who told me that it is a good (sigh) horror( ) movie.
... still searching for that guy who told me that it is a good (sigh) horror( ) movie.zeustrojanstark
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I told you that its a horrible film and not to see.
You should have stopped it at that 1:24:48 !
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Since mine and your tastes are opposites mostly I gave it a go.... regretting now 
Parvathy deserves applause! Dhanush and ARR did spectacular jobs as always. Not the film for everyone. I don't know how people are going gaga over the scrap Singam 2. This is the film that should earn. But not everyone will like it.
I wouldn't say watch it for Dhanush, I would ask you to watch it for Parvathy.
Absolutely... More than Dhanush, watch the film to watch Parvathy, a heroine so refreshingly act as well as anyone else in the film. In Tamil cinema, its a rarity.
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Its extremely romantic, this Maryan. Of course its not an out and out fluffy love story like VTV, but the love in Maryan is more passionate, more intimate and a lot more attractive.
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Neethane En Ponvasantham,Alaipayuthey,Vinnai Thandi Varuvaaya are my favourite ever movies forever out of which i am crazy about Neethane En Ponvasantham!!.Now let me see Maryan and decide whether it can break my long time top 3!
I doubt if this will break into your Top 3. But I feel you will like this.
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