Vaazha

Anand Menen's film is an impressive portrayal of friendship that satisfies all the entertaining aspects it promised, thanks to Anand Menen's direction.

This shallow exploration of boyhood is fun while it lasts

While Vaazha might evoke laughter and nostalgia for many, a major issue with the film is its blatant glorification of male irresponsibility and a carefree attitude that often impacts others. The film's failure to emphasise the fact that these five too are part of the problem is something that cannot be overlooked, especially since its tagline says 'biopic of a billion boys.'

Anand Menen's coming-of-age film is fun in parts but shallow in politics.

What redeems Vaazha, 'the biopic of a billion boys', is the humour woven in all the scenes in the first half of the film and the relatability factor in the second half. What works for this movie most is the relatability factor; director Anand ensures that the film does not become maudlin, although the second half has plenty of scenes where it could have turned into a typical tear-jerker. Vaazha is a full-on comedy that also asks certain pertinent questions about parenting and education.