Kuttrame Thandanai

Kuttrame Thandanai is a suspense-thriller movie released in 2016, directed by Manikandan of Kaaka Muttai fame. The movie features Vidharth, Pooja Devariya, and Aishwarya Rajesh in lead roles. The movie is a critically acclaimed film, screened and got positive appreciation in many International and Indian film festivals.

The movie revolves around the life of Ravi (Vidharth), who works as a cash collector for a finance company in Chennai. Ravi lives in a small apartment in a busy street with his mother, who is on dialysis, and a friend named Sleeping Anna (Nasser). Ravi dreams of owning an electronic shop and saving money to make it happen. One day, he comes across a crime scene that takes place in his apartment complex, and he finds a suitcase filled with money.

Curiosity gets the better of Ravi, and he begins to investigate the crime scene. He realizes that one of his neighbors, Smitha (Pooja Devariya), is involved in the crime, and she had hidden the suitcase in the apartment complex. Ravi confronts Smitha, who explains that the money belongs to a powerful man named Venkatraman (played by Guru Somasundaram) and he will not stop until he gets his money back.

The movie then follows Ravi as he tries to decide what to do with the money, while Smitha tries to keep him in the loop about the happenings. Meanwhile, the powerful man Venkatraman and his henchmen threaten, kidnap, and terrorize Ravi to get his money back.

The film takes a more suspenseful and thrilling turn as Ravi tries to escape the henchmen's traps and uncovers the web of lies and deceit surrounding the missing money. He finds crucial clues and tries to connect the dots to unravel the mystery.

Kuttrame Thandanai is an intense drama that deals with multiple issues such as corruption, greed, and the real face of society that remains hidden behind the veil of status and power. Manikandan has skillfully portrayed Ravi's character's inner turmoil and the emotional strain he goes through as he deals with the situation.

The movie's cinematography, done by P.K. Varma, is visually stunning, and the background score by Ilaiyaraaja is brilliant, adding to the film's overall suspenseful atmosphere. The film's pacing is perfect, ensuring that the audience remains engaged throughout the storyline, as the plot unfolds.

The lead actors, Vidharth, Pooja Devariya, and Aishwarya Rajesh, deliver captivating and natural performances, which add depth, emotion, and tension to the story. Vidharth's portrayal of Ravi's character is phenomenal, showcasing his range as an actor.

On the whole, Kuttrame Thandanai is an engaging and thought-provoking movie that is worth watching. The film is not just entertaining, but it also highlights critical social issues in a subtle and relatable manner, making it a must-watch film for all movie lovers.