Arrambam (2013) User Reviews

Nice movie - 'Can can' watch!!

[vigneshthepro · 7/10 · 31 October 2013]

Aarambam is a cool movie. Salt and Pepper look worked out for Thala again. Not sure why negative comments floating around in some social networking sites. Yuvan's Billa kinda music is missing, still BGM is OK. Arya and Tapsee played comedian role here without including a specialist. Arya insulting Thala at certain places could have been avoided, Thala fans are getting angry.:) Story moved at good pace revolving around the storyline. All necessary ingredients were put well. Even-though old story, it has been delivered well by the director and Hero. Great enjoyment for Diwali. Happy Thala Diwali..!!

Just make it simple - tic toc

Overall rating :- 3.75/5

Arrambam - Old Wine in a New Bottle

[pk_nayar · 7/10 · 31 October 2013]

Yet again, Ajith delivers an action film that satisfies all his fans, however will general & neutral moviegoers enjoy it? I am probably a bit biased but I would say that film thrilled in parts but lagged at many points.

Ajith Kumar is once again at his best, playing a role tailor made for him with shades of grey. The first shot of him saw the whole cinema reverberate in loud whistles and claps (and this was in TGV KLCC @ 11:30am mind you). He excels in all areas that you expect him to. Action sequences are top notch & his dialogue delivery is flawless and impactful. His salt-and-pepper look, 5 O'Clock shadow beard, shades and wardrobe suited him to a tee.

Nayantara meanwhile is revelation, playing an action heroine role with ease. Is there any other South actress who is so apt with hand-to-hand combat or a gunfight and yet look so ravishing while at it? I doubt it. Her dressing style in the film is very different to what we see of heroines in Tamil films. Big props to costume designer Anu Vardhan for Ajith's, Arya's & especially Nayan's look in the film.

Arya is his usual comic self and carried his role well. However, his love scenes with Taapsee were not very interesting and probably hampered the film a bit. The rest of the starcast did their parts well, especially Kishore, Atul Kulkarni & Rana Daggupati. Special mention to Mahesh Manjrekar, as the Marathi director/actor does extremely well as a villain, plus he also dubbed in his own voice which is a rarity nowadays (among non Tamil actors)

Technically, the cinematography by Om Prakash & Sreekar Prasad's editing were the plus points. All the stunt sequences were also well choreographed and shot. Vishnuvardhan's direction was par for the course, however writing duo SuBa will have to stop "rebottling old wine in a new bottle". There is nothing new in the lead pair's motives to their actions in the film. Screenplay was racy enough but I sure wish that there were no songs at all (well maybe apart from the opening song ) as it would have had a smoother feel to it.

The biggest minus point though is surprisingly Yuvan's BGM. He lets down the film at many points with a very mediocre score. The VFX is also very cartoony for what is for all intents & purposes a high budget film. There are also several plot holes in the film whereby deus ex machina is used as a plot device for several scenes.

On the whole, Arrambam is a very watchable action flick, with the climax being racy & action packed. It meets the expectations of the Thala fan in me, but an unbiased opinion would be that it could have been much better.

So, one thing I have learned after watching his last two movies is that I really need tone down my expectations. It does seem that Thala Ajith is stuck in an average run of films. With Veeram not really stoking my fires, I really do hope he gets a really good film soon.

Final rating: 7/10 - Old wine in a new bottle

Simple stylish class and mass movie for Ajith fans

[SivakumarBalachandran · 6/10 · 5 November 2013]

Watched Aarambam aka Thala 53 (referred title still post production). Aarambam comes a Diwali treat for Ajith fans. It is a usual revenge story that's been going in Tamil cinema for decades. But the fact is it is stylishly presented by the director Vishnuvardhan with his own favorite team of actors. The story is loosely woven around revenge, corruption, terrorism, betrayal, sentiments, Politics and holes in Police department. If we link up all we get is the story which is no way new to us but definitely the director has tried to keep the fast pace throughout the movie though it has got drag moments in the second half. The first half was racy and engaging definitely. Coming to the performances obliviously with no doubt that this is a "Thala"mass movie, so Ajith kumar as Ashok kumar becomes the show stealer has done it very well. No doubt he looked enthusiastic and stylish with his salt and pepper but it was not maintained even throughout the movie sometimes he was looking fat and sometimes muscular. Nayanthara second movie after her come back has given us a power packed performance as Ajith's accomplice with her usual billa type glam sham rendition. Aarya as a jolly out of college hacker has shown us his humor shade throughout the movie which indeed keeps us entertaining. Tapsee looks cute was helpful in keeping the humor line engaged with Aarya as baby- baby lover. Apart from this we have so many support actors Atul gulkarni, Kishore, Rana Dugabatti everyone has done justice to their roles. Technically the story didn't have any creativeness and cannot be compared to Billa or Mankatha. The fact is Ajith playing anti hero role throughout all these franchise movies. Music was so average the songs were place badly didn't help the movie. Cinematography was done well. Verdict: Overall it comes as a stylish but usual revenge tale with lots of charisma and definitely keeps you engaged apart from its drags and logic holes on the second half. No doubt it was above Billa 2 but below Mankatha and Billa 1. Worth watch once and for core Ajith fans they get more than what they expected.

-Reviewed by Sivakumar Balachandran ([e-mail])

Arrambam = No Exit From BLOCKBUSTER "Crowd Puller"

[sarancoolbreeze · 9/10 · 4 November 2013]

CAST

ARRAMBAM a blockbuster script with mass crowd puller Thala,attractive Arya.I think Vishnuvardhan made this movie in full cool with confident and made this movie a big Blockbuster . Garenty that a big action sorry stylish Action of Ajith,Fun of Arya,rude action of Nayanthara,Attractive Tapsee and om Prakash cinematography capturing perfectly every thing.

STORY

The story star starts with Thala bombing various building in Mumbai city who comes out like a terrorist then it is carried out by Arya who is a Hacker.college comedy of Arya as a Fat boy worked out. Ultimate makes Arya to do his jobs in a gun point. unsatisfied Arya traps Ajith to Mumbai police are the first half with good flow.Then stars the second half which decides the ARRAMBAM as a blockbuster

WATCH OUT

There are plenty of Scene which makes us to go for the movie for second time.The opening of Thala was normal,the notable thing is Thala dance in first song where a man with these many operation,accident had made it with full energy(great).Thala boat ride "can any hero in Tolly,Bolly even Holly"repeat it today even young Sixpacked hero's says i cant risk my life for a bike ride with rope all over their body you may say Thala is a race so he may do it then u must be accepting the fact that "he is a fearless mass hero".In one scene When the Ducati bike was shown the whole crowd went up but it was a normal ride like other hero's even though the whole crowd went up till the end only because it is Thala.

Director loved Thala Soo Soo mush he brought every thing out of him but with 4 to 5 risk scene which was "Marana Mass" I thought how could Thala do it "Thala has every thing money good wife and family" but takes a risk shot does every thing for fans but do not want to have a fan followers.What is this Thala? Every day fans will be increasing for u Thala But we doesn't want you to risk too mush.

Cinema Psychos

Not only because of Thala the story made with every other character is also engaging. Tapsee was top in acting.There was more Editing mistakes and even the rerecording in some scenes were too bad.For those who want to learn from movie you can learn how to engage the crowds and the beautiful CG work in song and in action scene.Other than that this is a normal Blockbuster movie which comes out every year for nearly a Decade which has no formula why it is Hit.You would be the only persons in theater thinking that am i sitting in a Blockbuster movie.This movie is only for Public

ARRAMBAM is a movie which cannot be stopped from its Blockbuster.But it is not the new beginning For THALA,Vishnuvardhan or TAMIL CINEMA.

Stylish Movie

[aneesh1601 · 1 November 2013]

Stylish over the top revenge romp. Ajith show from the first frame to the last. He has terrific screen presence.

The story is set in Tamil cinema's current favourite milieu, Mumbai. AK alias Ashok (Ajith) a former bomb disposal specialist and a Dirty Harry type who shoots-the-scums of earth is on a revenge romp. Along with his lady love Maya (Nayanthara), he forcibly ropes in a computer hacker Arjun (Arya) and his lover Anita (Taapsee) into his nefarious plans

Perfect star cast & technically chic. The revenge motive is well established. Arya & Ajith bickering and bonding, scenes Arya being trapped by Ajith & Nayan in the 1st half a scream.

Minus Points – The Yuvan- Vishnu combo fails for the first time, not even one hummable song

Loved Mahesh Manjrekar & his villainy, climax with Thala & Kishore good.Overall it is a perfect shoot-revenge

Arrambam is a perfect entertainment

Ajith fans will like

[varghesejunior · 7/10 · 11 January 2014]

A masala thriller flick especially meant for Ajith Kumar fans.

Story is about Ashok Kumar played by Ajith, a bomb expert who for reasons unclear explodes public places, works against the law and ropes in a techie to assist him with is criminal activities under threat to the latter's girlfriend's life. The second half of the film though takes a surprising turn of events.

Film is just masalas - Dialogue, action, music...don't look for logic as there is deficiency of that in many places. Many things are unexplained-what happens to Ajith's sidekick 'Mango'?How does the protagonist survive after being thrown of a cliff by the villains? How does the protagonist manage to go all the way to Dubai with a guy and girl, kill people, loot a bank and return to India overnight? How do some terrorists kidnap a minster's daughter in Dubai and bring her overnight? How does the protagonist get away in the end after openly revealing who he is?

None of these are answered, but that does not make it a bad film. It is quite thrilling, with hardcore dialogues, emotions well expressed by actors, cool stunts and action sequences, and music that is alright.

Let's make this simple ...stunning

[ashrockz096 · 10/10 · 31 October 2013]

Ajith once again has proved himself in this most awaited movie of this year.Director Vishnuvardhan, Subha and editor Sreekar Prasad have to be applauded for their interesting script and editing that keep the audiences hooked to their seats throughout the movie.

Ajith's screen presence is mighty as ever, and his classy salt and pepper looks and colorful V neck T shirts suit his character very well. The stunt choreographers, Jegan, Kecha and Lee Whittaker, take the credit for the numerous action set pieces and it is slam bang all the way. The entire crowd watching the movie rises to clap when Ajith dives out of a van onto an approaching car and zooms around in a Ducati. Ajiths gesture and shades delight the audiences throughout the movie.

Rana's portion in second half along with Ajith is a highlight and is sure to grip the audience.Arya is energetic and spunky as ever and has done his part well. Kishore as the honest cop has done his job very well and receive applauds for his performance in the climax.

Yuvan's work on the BGM has added enough muscle to the tension and action in the movie with his score.

Om Prakash's work on the camera makes Aarambam as a slick and glossy commercial action entertainer.

On the whole Aarambam is a perfect treat for all Ajith fans and to the general public.

Let's make this simple ... Ajith's mission continues. MY rating will be 10/10.

A fast paced Thriller

[praveen_191984 · 7/10 · 11 November 2013]

The Movie starts off with a different note and showcases Ajith in a different light. Audience are left to judge Ajith's character and by the time we are able to notice the first half passes by a whiz. Only the starting music number is a dampener when speaking of first half.

Second half start for an interesting juncture and thus the problem starts. To compensate the reason in first half a hint of sentiment are needed and this slows down the pace of the movie. Adding to it couple of songs again hits the movement of screenplay. The movie again picks up pace during the end and finishes with a different climax.

Over all its a good movie to watch and director could have done a bit more in the second half.

Make it simple ... This is not an end ... Arambam !!!

[ashokjin · 9/10 · 1 November 2013]

Vishnuvardhan is one of the very few directors who knows how to extract the best from Ajith and what exactly people like in him. He has written the screenplay accordingly and given plenty of scope for Ajith to impress the audience. All the little mannerisms, the 'Ducati' bike ride, racy boat chase sequence and the climax dialogue are few examples. Dialogue writers Subha have kept the dialogues really simple and catchy. Kudos to Vishnuvardhan for touching up on the Mumbai terrorist attacks and it looks like a little tribute for the fighters who lost their lives during that attack.

On the flip side, the flashback sequence in the second half drags a little. But, once the flashback ends, the movie moves at an intense pace and ends on a high.

)ne of the biggest movie events of the year

[cmanojkumarc · 3/10 · 31 October 2013]

'Mela' takes the cake as the best song sequence and it's a riot of colors and revelry as the actors dance merrily for Holy. 'Hare Rama' isn't to be seen in the movie. Arya and Taapsee feature in 'En Fuse Pochu' and few nice effects embellish the song.

Yuvan's work on the BGM doesn't demand your attention as much as it did in Mankatha and Billa. But still, he has added enough muscle to the tension and action in the movie with his score. Om Prakash's work on the camera befits the movie's stature as a slick and glossy commercial action entertainer. The stunt choreographers take the credit for the numerous action set pieces and it is all the way. The climax sequence and the boat chase are racy.

Being a commercial movie, you have to suspend disbelief and not look for too much logic and reasoning. There are a few sudden jumps in the movie's flow and its better not to question them too much, and just enjoy the bond type commercial offering from Ajith.

Kudos to the Arrambam team for managing to live up to the Himalayan hype with an action flick which packs enough punch. Verdict: Let's make this simple ... Movie has not in it to be enjoyed this Diwali !

To Make It Simple "Aarambam is Visual Treat For THALA VERIYANS "

[mvethy13 · 10/10 · 1 November 2013]

Thala Ajith Starrer Aarambam Released on 31st Octber Created an hype in First Day Iself.... The King of Opening Once again Proved it Just By the Reservation itself, It is Expected to Broke The Previous Box Office Records of Tamil Movies Thala Ajith Back in his salt and pepper look, he exudes charm throughout the film. Thanks to director Vishnuvardhan and costume designer Anu Vishnuvardhan,Thala's costumes have been carefully chosen to make him look stunning. There are plenty of scenes in which Ajith would make the audience go crazy. The way he says 'Tok..Tok..Tok..Tok' and the way he stares at an officer for holding his hand bring deafening response from the audience. Thala's Littke Mannerism is Shown Well By The Director...

Arya has a little serious role in the film, which he pulls off in his own light-hearted manner. He does provide some giggles now and then with his dialogue delivery. Among the leading ladies, Nayanthara has a meatier role and she has lapped up the opportunity well. Taapsee has limited scope, but she does not hinder the proceedings. Rana shines in his cameo performance in the second half. Supporting actors like Kishore, Atul Kulkarni and Krishna fit into their roles neatly. Even though Yuvan can't make brilliance in Background Music he doesn't spoil it......

Direct Vishnuvardhan does an excellent job by providing a Social message in Action/Thriller mass entertainer.....Thanks to Vishnuvardhan for touching up on the Mumbai terrorist attacks and it looks like a little tribute for the fighters who lost their lives during that attack... First half is SPEEDY than Second Half..... This movie is an Entertainer better do not expect logic in some areas where the director failed JUST IN SOME CASES... Dialogue writers Subha have kept the dialogues really simple and catchy. This Movie is a Definite Visual Treat for "THALA VERIYANS" TO MAKE IT SIMPLE:-- Aarambam Is Must Watch Movie With Friends IN Theater.....

All style and no substance

[bewareofvikas · 3/10 · 1 November 2013]

Right from the moment the film takes off, it becomes clear that this film is a ride for the star that is Ajith. With his trademark sunglasses- adorned walk that is shown enough times that a wannabe model can take coaching classes from it, this film makes its mission to showcase Ajith. And it does succeed but only in that department while failing miserably in the rest of the departments.

AK (Ajith) and Maya (Nayantara) extort Arjun (Arya) to be the computer hacker that every terrorist organization naturally needs. Why he do this and how he does this forms the story.

The film opens predictably with a hero intro song and the opening act is intriguing enough. Arya's back story is refreshing but the story is dampened by the over the board and frankly irritating antics of Taapsee who plays his love interest. The film goes on nicely till the interval with a few surprises but nothing extraordinary. Ajith's back story on corruption should have been focused more but all the evidence is found all too conveniently. All this builds up to a flat climax that overstays its welcome.

Of the cast, Ajith still oozes charm and style.He delivers his punch- dialogues well. His costume designer definitely deserves praise. Post interval, he gets to show his acting chops which he does well. Arya gets to deliver some very good cheeky one liners and he is content playing second fiddle. Actresses are often short changed in such films and this is no different. Nayantara is just asked to look good (which she does incredibly well) whereas Taapsee is there just so that Arya does not feel left alone. Rana makes an not-so-interesting cameo and the bad guys (Mahesh Manjrekar and Atul Kulkarni) do not make much of an impression. Akshara Gowd and Suman Ranganthan themselves probably don't know why they were part of the film.

Production values are very high. style has been Vishnuvardhan's hallmark and he makes sure that this film is shot and edited nicely. The Holi song deserves special praise for its camera-work. Background music and songs are a big letdown with rerecording making lyrics songs difficult to make out.

I rate this move 3.0/10. Watch it if you are a die hard fan of Thala but otherwise give it a miss.

excellent

[sudharshanx · 10/10 · 1 November 2013]

One of the biggest movie events of the year was unveiled for the public's viewing pleasure today morning. Arrambam, directed by Vishnuvardhan, has a lot going for it and has it satiated the appetite of countless Ajith fanatics? Right from frame one, it is clear that Ashok Kumar (Ajith) is a man on a mission and one who is hell bent on exposing the people behind an ugly scam and bringing them to book. He has his comrades who will go to any lengths for him and help him in his operation.

Director Vishnuvardhan, writer duo Subha and editor Sreekar Prasad have to be commended for managing to keep the audiences hooked to their seats for a majority of the movie with very few drag moments. With a running time of more than two and a half hours, the screenplay is taut and crisp enough to keep the crowd arrested.

The large mass of Ajith fans have plenty of moments to scream and whistle in delight. Ajith's screen presence is mighty as ever, and his classy salt and pepper looks and V neck T shirts suit his character's mean streak. The star's prowess at stunts and his knack of taking risks for the stunt scenes is all too well-known and when he dives out of a van onto an approaching car and zooms around in a Ducati, the entire crowd rises in unison to clap. Even some of Ajith's subtle gestures, his gait and his typical shades delight his fans. #behimdwoods.

Good Entertainer- stylish over the top revenge romp

[lusiemail · 9/10 · 31 October 2013]

I enjoyed this movie with my husband whose an awesome die hard fan of Ajith, which dragged my interest to watch this movie and i would say it has been a pleasure watching it. Ajith's charismatic look and his stylish screen presence has been simply gripping.

For the much hype created by media it really lives up to the expectations and is a satisfying thrill ride. Arya is a charm, as the happy-go-lucky guy and hilarious effort in college with Nayan is a rocker. Om Prakash has canned every frame with passion.

Music didn't go satisfying for a bump, could have been better.

Simple, elegant and class -- Ajith show all the way

I am ready for the next one.

Arrambam Mass...For Ajith

[amuqsith2 · 10/10 · 31 October 2013]

Cast : Ajithkumar, Arya, Nayanthara, Kishore, Taapsee, Rana etc.,

Cinematography : Omprakash

Music and BG Score: Yuvan Shankar Raja

Editing: Sreekar Prasad

Story, Screenplay and Direction by : Vishnuvardhan

Positives : • Ajith Kumar • Nayanthara • Cinematography • Songs • BG

Negatives : • Second half • Choreography

First Half was very racy but the second half was dragging.. A stylish Movie from the team.. Though movie is not like the previous Billa and Mangatha.. #Arrambam has all the necessary elements to succeed in the Diwali race

On the Whole #Arrambam is a watchable movie for neutrals and a treat of Ajith Fans..

A disjointed, average movie

[karthikeyang-ganesan · 5/10 · 6 November 2013]

Another movie riding solely on its lead actor with no thought given whatsoever to story - only this time, Vishnuvardan's attempt at another Billa does not keep you interested. The movie aspires to be a lot, but never takes you there. It was like watching individual stylish clips of Ajith put together.

Editing and screenplay is a letdown. Yuvan's music is very average. Arya's performance also below par. Nayanthara has done her job perfectly - and that is to look ravishing. I was very disappointed since these are the kind of movies that insults your intelligence. Ajith did what he always does of late - looks stylish and has a good presence of screen. But is the movie worth the money on the whole? Not at all if you are not an Ajith fan.

Awesome Movie-Fast screenplay

[abdulhakkim · 10/10 · 2 November 2013]

After Mankatha ajith has come back up with a blockbuster... Ist half is too speed and racy,second half quite quite lags compared to first half but over all the movie is too good. It can be enjoyed by all the audience, I don't know why few social websites are writing their reviews against the move. Yuvan could have done better BGM. Ajith's screen is excellent and dialogue delivery is excellent.

Arya,Nayantara have done their best

The movie is released 500 screens across the TN but getting ticket is too difficult

I loved the movie for the fast screenplay and ajith's screen presence

Thala Diwali

When Style Overlaps Logic

[abhijith1996 · 4/10 · 2 November 2013]

If you are a die hard, and when I say that I mean a HARDCORE fan of Thala Ajith, then this is a movie for you.

Basically this movie will seem stupid for most people. People flying when shot by pistols, using silenced weapons during an open firing sequence are just a few of many.

All through the movie you see Ajith with spectacular mannerism, but there are a few scenes where he just misses the mark. But still the camera and editing parts are stupendous. You really can feel the glamour of each scene. At times it is the only thing that makes us watch the movie, not that its horrible, if you know what I mean.

The action sequences are mean and slightly exaggerated but still is awesome to watch.

All in all I would recommend a skip for most people. But then again for Thala lovers it would be a treat...

Aaramabm totally Awesome

[pradeepprsingam · 10/10 · 4 November 2013]

it is Thala Diwali, with Ajith sizzling the screen with Aarambam. He has good support with Arya, Nayanthara,Tapsee. Aarambam is a flick where style meets action with hacking. don't miss it to watch on Theaters

a movie that we Ajith fans would love to watch it all over again and if you are not a thala 's fan you would love it for the style and screenplay

Expectations With the successful combo of Billa (Ajith Kumar, Nayantara, Vishnuvardhan and Yuvan Shankar Raja) joining hands again, the expectations were obviously very high on the Tamil movie.

Entertainer, nothing more nothing less.

[raj040492 · 1 November 2013]

When a series of blasts rocks Mumbai, the police go on a witch hunt to capture the accused but little do they who is against them or what his plans are. AK (Ajith) lays a web trapping Maya (nayanthara), Arjun (Arya) and Anita (Taapsee) in the due process. But what he has planned for them forms the rest of the story.

Ajith kumar as AK shines through out with his slow motion walking, careful planning and of course goes guns blazing when weeds pop out. Arya has played a faithful sidekick to Ajith's plan and occasionally tickles the funny bone. Nayanthara's oomph factor has been meticulously blended with the movie's overall glam. Taapsee seems totally out of place and lacks character depth. The rest of cast except for Kishore fail to catch the eye.

The screenplay starts well except for Arya's "winged" flashback which is a total drag to an otherwise brilliant first half. Second half spells calamity to both AK and the screenplay. Before the credits roll AK kills more than Uma thurman in "Kill Bill". But there are some references to real life places like "Nariman house" though the team claims that this is a work of fiction. Well, we believe you.

Cinematography blends well with the pace and the cameraman has done a good job surviving between the many bullets. Songs are a let down (Ajith fans in my screening felt otherwise, but it's understandable) and play havoc to the screenplay's pace. Action choreography should have made more, for a lack of a better word, realistic.

The second half of the second half lets you down and you will want the movie to end as soon as possible. For reasons, read the preceding paragraph.

PS: Steady start, shaky finish.

Aarambam- Watchable!!

[kumarbhar · 10/10 · 1 November 2013]

Aarambam- A Classy Entertainer with a Racy Script. With a star studded cast and top technicians the expectations were sky high. Firstly, Ajith' terrific screen presence and powerful dialogue delivery, A huge plus.Vishnuvardhan and his writers have worked out a decent screenplay which keeps the audiences hooked,mostly. On the flip-side, Yuvan's BGM a major disappointment. Once the story gets into Revenge Mode, it becomes very PREDICTABLE (this one reason why thumbs down from me) and the viewers get a Tad edgy..The Sequence which happens in Dubai are the Best part of the movie.Personally, this flick would not disappoint an average movie go-er, but if you are a FAN of a Star (Ajith),you might feel a bit disappointed. Nevertheless watch it with family and friends( A Clean movie). Aarambam- King of Opening is Back. But will he sustain?? Only Time will tell.

Trend setter Movie of the year

[ramanniyan2008 · 9/10 · 5 November 2013]

After Kamalhasan's "Vishwaroopam", "Arrambam" is the movie with good technical standards with international style and making.

The plot is very simple. Especially the flashback scenes are very old. we had seen more like that in the movies of olden days.But the idea of presenting it in an interesting manner with latest technical aspects makes the movie more powerful.

Ajithkumar really the one man show of the movie. Definitely his fans would enjoy this movie.Because he did this movie on his own style as like Jamesbond flick. After "Billa" this movie shows him more stylish especially as a raw officer he steals the heart of everyone who is watching the movie by his stylish look and mannerism. We cannot imagine any other actors in the industry for doing this role.

I think Vishnuvardan written this script only for Ajith. Thats why the movie came out in as usual Ajith style after "Billa".

Arya on the other hand did his part very well.Fat Arya scenes at the beginning was more impressive. Right choice of an actor for the role of software engineer.

Nayanthara not having more scenes to do with lead actors but justifies her role with good acting. Tapsee was very cute and bubbly throughout the movie. Did very impressive acting as a drama girl.

other cast like Rana,Kishore,Mahesh and Atul Kulkarni given the best acting for their roles.

Vishnuvardan first time collaboration with writers Subha works very well. Even though the more was an inspiration of "Swordfish" it was written in an interesting manner by keeping Ajith and Tamil audience in the mind as well. Dialogs are more powerful. Ajith dialogs are very powerful especially at the time of Raw officer and at the climax sequences.

Technically the movie is very excellent. Om Prakash cinematography and Sreekar Prasad's editing work makes the movie to an international style and standards. Especially Saudi scenes are very powerful.

Music by Yuvan gives more support."Adadada Aarambame" is the treat for all Ajith fans."En fuse" is very lovable and catchy."Melala Vedikidhu" is the colorful song did really good. "stylish Tamizhachi" is the stylish item number at the end.

Yuvan's BG score was more powerful than songs. His theme for Ajith sequences are very powerful. After "Billa" and "Mankatha" this movie is the best movie for Yuvan and Ajith collaboration.

One more success for Vishnu-Ajith-Yuvan collaboration.

After Blockbuster "Vishvaroopam" and "Singam II" this movie "Arrambam" should become an another Blockbuster of the year and no doubt about it.

Overall "Arrambam" is the real entertainer for this Diwali. Especially this Diwali is Thala Diwali for all Ajith fans.

Must watch Movie of the year.

Making it simple... Wasted!

[dee4981 · 1/10 · 2 November 2013]

The movie comes with the repeated dialogue of "make it simple" and guess what? That's exactly what the movie is not... nothing is made simple. Everything is exaggerated. I find this movie a total waste of time and money on my part as a movie goer and total waste of great talents such as Ajith, Arya and Nayan. Sad but the true fact is most movies with big talent such as Ajith are solely built around their star power rather than a good story-line. The focus is on making them look more stylish instead of bringing out their potential. I have seen this kind of movies many a times and if you are looking for a truthful verdict, this isn't the movie you would want to spend your money on. The first half of the movie wasn't as intriguing as what the director tried to portray and the 2nd half was so predictable. The so called lovable conversations between Arya and Tapsee does not really seem to be lovable. Nayan was totally wasted in this movie and as much as I acknowledge her talent in acting I would even consider to say this movie as the worst of her career so far. Ajith, what can I say? I just hope that he would make better choices in the future rather than sticking to the same macho-man-wearing-glasses- carrying-gun-in-slow-motion stories.

Make A Box Office Record Simple!

[ratheesh-sahayaraj · 10/10 · 11 November 2013]

Thala Ajith Kumar Proves once again that his screen presence his enough to make a movie Blockbuster irrespective of the character. Ajith rules the show all the way as usual and this time with a macho look. Both as a vigilante seeking justice and a sincere bomb squad head Ajith scores well.He has redefined the term screen presence and is sure going to emerge as No.1 hero in the South after Rajini.

Arya comes as a next door guy and provides the lighter moments in the film be it the romance and comedy portions with taapsee or the hacking scenes that are crucial in the plot or his scenes with Thala where he first struggles to free himself from Ajith.

Nayanthara after a good comeback with Raja Rani shows off she can pull performance oriented roles too and not just being an eye candy....There is not even a single romance scene between the lead pair Ajith and Nayanthara.

Taapsee does a comic role as a reporter and never bores u for a single second.Rana Daggubati leaves an everlasting impression in the flashback scenes as Ajith's friend. Kishore and Atul Kulkarni in other pivotal roles also do full justice and live their characters.Mahesh Manjrekar as main villain is both mean and funny depending on the scene and adds up in making the scenes interesting.Suman Ranganathan as a news reporter shows off her cunningness in some parts and Akshara gowda provides the oomph factor in the Dubai scenes.Five Star krishna even though having limited screen space does his part well.

Vishnuvardhan after giving two duds Sarvam and Panjaa comes with a big bang with a social theme that could be well related to all.And with Subha's dialogs he makes a well packed story and a racy screenplay.

Yuvan's Songs are rocking and they are certainly his best in recent times.On the flip side his Background Music is irritating in many places and could have been better.

Om prakash's cinematography gives a Hollywood feel and Sreekar Prasad's editing make some scenes more racy than expected.

Anuvardhan's costumes are more stylish compared to previous films.

The Gun shots in the movie could have been reduced and Climax is somewhat lengthy.

On the whole a perfect action entertainer from Ajith and Vishnuvardhan to enjoy the weekend with your family!!!

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[austin-premkumar · 3/10 · 28 November 2013]

I am a die hard fan of Ajith Since 15 years old.

Every movie I saw only for Ajith. Being a die hard fan I can not admire fakely all the crap movies. If you feel this movie is good, am sure after few years you will feel what a utterly movie this is. This all I can write about this movie.

My request for all Ajith fans. Don't encourage this kind of movies. Then thala will restrict himself movies like this. some point to say about this movie is: No nuances scenes, no goosebumps scenes,

no gripping screenplay.

Vishnuwardhan made the movie very simple without any mental effort. My verdict: Don't's keep acting this kind of movie Ajith sir.