Bow Bow

Bow Bow is a 2019 Tamil language drama film directed by Pradeep Kilikar. The film features new comers, Master Ayaan and Tejaswy in crucial roles. Bow Bow's story is a simple, yet emotional narration that takes the viewer along on a journey of childhood, introspection, friendship and bonding.

The plot revolves around the life of a young, 5-year-old boy named Aaron, beautifully portrayed by Master Ayaan. Young and endearing, Ayaan's decisive portrayal of the young boy stands as the heart of the movie. His skills to express complex emotions at such a young age makes it solicitously engaging. He has a dog, a charming Labrador puppy as his companion and together they embark on various adventures. With the puppy being his only source of constant support and love, Aaron shares an unspoken bond with him which the director has shot without any distraction from the raw emotions.

Tejaswy plays the important role of Aaron's single father, a man trying to maintain a balance between his work and caring for his only son. He comes off as someone who is stern and authoritative, but you can see the underlying fatherly affection he has for his son. The chemistry between the father and son is beautifully portrayed and is one of the key highlights of the movie.

The supporting cast performed their roles effortlessly bringing a much needed depth to the storyline. Each character was kept minimalistic, focusing on the father-son relationship and the bond between the child and the pet, thereby enhancing the simplicity of the storyline.

Pradeep Kilikar has done a commendable job with the direction, considering Bow Bow is his directorial debut in the Tamil film industry. He has effortlessly captured the innocence of childhood, the love between a pet and his master, and the strains of a single parent. The plot retains its authenticity and subtly merges the subtleties of life making this movie a heart-touching narrative.

The cinematics and shots were taken proficiently, capturing the raw emotions and expressions of the characters, especially the chemistry between the young boy and the puppy. To create a movie revolving around a pet and his young master, is not an easy task. But the director has pulled it off with aplomb.

The screenplay by Pradeep Kilikar and Mukund Ramanan tends to be simple, focusing more on the emotional graph and journey of the little protagonist which keeps you engrossed. The dialogues are limited, but are touching and meaningful, leaving an impact. The subtle message conveyed in the film regarding the relationship between man and animal is beautiful.

The movie is backed by a beautiful score by Denis Vallaban which complements the story perfectly. The music played in the background during emotional or euphoric scenes blends seamlessly with the narrative, making the scenes even more impactful.

As a whole, Bow Bow is a poignant tale of friendship and bonding. It's an intimate portrayal of a child's world, his connection with his pet, his bond with his single father, and ultimately, his growth as an individual. It isn’t just appealing to pet lovers, but to anyone who appreciates a good vibrant story, brilliant acting and evocative music. The film underlines the simplicity of life through the eyes of a child, which makes it incredibly heartwarming and memorable.

The heart-warming premise, proficient acting, especially by the child artist, Master Ayaan, and the canine’s enjoyable antics, make this one a movie you should put on your watch-list. Bow Bow is like a fresh wind with an emotional core that attract audiences of all age groups. It is a movie that leaves you with the warmth of heartfelt emotions and makes it worth your time.

It beautifully encapsulates love, family, friendship and the bond between humans and pets in its simple, yet emotionally powerful storyline.