Vivek M.V.
The Hindu
Graamaayana
2026 · The Hindu
Graamaayana suffers from tonal issues and a jumbled screenplay, with director Chandru struggling to balance the message with entertainment. Yet the film doesn't milk often-used tropes and features strong performances anchored by well-written scenes, making it an engaging narrative despite its wobbly structure.
Ayogya 2
2026 · The Hindu
Director Mahesh Kumar serves up little more than the same tired formula in this sequel to his 2018 original, which was itself a forgettable outing. However, the sequel has dreadful songs and dull proceedings that could make viewers feel they are watching a boring saga. Ayogya 2 is currently running in theatres, but it's exactly what the movie lacks: josh.
Karavali
2026 · The Hindu
Ganiga attempts to tell a complex story and makes the most of it by transporting you to a different world thanks to his solid technicians. But Karavali fails to leave you with an emotional high.
Mother Promise
2026 · The Hindu
The comedy in Mother Promise is chaotic. The movie is what happens when Hangover meets Hera Pheri. It's a treat for those expecting writing and filmmaking quirks, but a disappointment for those wanting conventional humour.
Kantara - A Legend: Chapter 1
2025 · The Hindu
Kantara Chapter 1 will be spoken about for its visual achievements. Rishab attempts to deliver 'that one-scene-you-can't-stop-talking-about' in abundance. The superbly choreographed action sequences and the top-class CGI-laden scenes dazzle the viewers with a high dose of adrenaline.
Bagheera
2024 · The Hindu
Despite the blips, Bagheera scores as a stylish superhero drama. As a genre piece, Bagheera mirrors several well-known superhero movies. However, the film is a daring effort which almost manages a seamless paper-to-screen transition.
Sapta Sagaradaache Ello - Side B
2023 · The Hindu
Rakshit Shetty delivers a career-best performance. With his beefed-up personality, scarred face, and gloomy eyes, he wears the decade-old pain of heartbreak on his personality. SSE (Side B), similar to its predecessor, is more about the journey than the result... this is a love story that will remain with you for a long time.
Sapta Sagaradaache Ello – Side A
2023 · The Hindu
Hemanth succeeds in offering a poetic experience to the audience, thanks to cinematographer Advaitha Gurumurthy's visual treatment and Charan Raj's haunting score. Sapta Sagaradaache Ello is a film that doesn't end in theatres; the epic love story offers an immersive experience that keeps you wanting more. Watch this to confront your loss of love and feel a range of deep emotions.
Video
2026 · The Hindu · Sep 2026
While Srinidhi gets closer to capturing the reality of YouTubers, his writing fails to elevate the film as it moves into horror territory. Video gets the technical aspects largely right, but its impressive craft needed better writing.
America America 2
2026 · The Hindu · Sep 2026
Unfortunately, the latest film struggles to live up to those expectations. The bigger problem with America America 2, however, is that it never convincingly fleshes out the idea. However, despite its noble intentions, the film falls short because of its execution.
Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-ups
2026 · The Hindu · Aug 2026
In Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown Ups, the disconnect between two people who see cinema differently is apparent. The result is an ambitious misfire. Toxic finds its purpose far too late.
Martin
2024 · The Hindu · Oct 2024
Martin had the potential to be a pulpy and exciting thriller, and the action blocks come at the right time to keep our curiosity intact. However, the problem lies in the execution of action sequences and the handling of the film's numerous ideas. Despite being blessed with a huge budget, the makers seem to have overlooked the importance of elegance in execution and finesse in writing.
Ayalaan
2024 · The Hindu · Jan 2024
Unlike his first film, which is worth visiting again thanks to some clever surprises wrapped in an engaging drama, it's doubtful if the director's sophomore film Ayalaan will endure the test of time, as it's risk-free and consciously family-friendly. Ayalaan's world might seem too simplistic in today's age of unceasing imagination, with a straightforward template while dealing with a sci-fi movie that thrived a decade ago.