Vaazhai Twitter Review: Netizens hail Mari Selvaraj’s soul-stirring biographical drama, call it his ‘career-best’
Written, directed, and produced by Mari Selvaraj, Vaazhai revolves around two young schoolboys who work as plantain laborers. Here’s what first-day-first-show viewers have said about the film.
Vaazhai
While major releases have been enjoying momentum at the Tamil Nadu box office, Mari Selvaraj’s small-budget yet emotionally powerful rural drama Vaazhai has captured the hearts of Tamil cinephiles. Written, directed, and produced by Mari Selvaraj, the film revolves around two young schoolboys who work as plantain laborers. The soul-stirring drama, which has won the admiration of many celebrities and filmmakers, has now hit the big screens, and audiences are equally captivated by the Tamil film. Here’s what first-day-first-show viewers have said about the film:
Vaazhai X Review
Many users took to social media to praise the realistic and poignant performances delivered by the lead actors, calling Vaazhai the career-best movie in Mari Selvaraj's filmography. One user commented, “#Vaazhai is a masterstroke by Mari Selvaraj, blending a heartwarming first half with a gripping second half. Nikhila Vimal and the young actor's performances are standout. Intense interval and climax moments are unforgettable. SaNa’s music and background score are on point. Mari Selvaraj’s signature elements are perfectly timed, and the references to Ulaganayagan, Superstar, and retro hits add a unique flair. A must-watch in theaters!”
A few users were amazed at the way the filmmaker crafted the narrative, leaving audiences speechless with his storytelling. Another user wrote, “Superb attempt from Mari Selvaraj, filled with a feel-good first half and an intense second half. Overall, a highly recommended theatrical watch.”
The technical aspects of the film, elevated by Santhosh Narayanan’s music and Theni Eeshwar’s cinematography, were also praised by audiences.
Overall, the film has been receiving great responses and is set to draw in more audiences, thanks to positive word of mouth.
Vaazhai plot and cast
Vaazhai is said to be based on an incident from Mari Selvaraj's childhood and follows the life of Sivanandhan, a twelve-year-old boy working on a plantain farm in his village. The movie stars Ponvel M, Raghul R, Kalaiyarasan, Nikhila Vimal, J Sathish Kumar, Dhivya Duraisamy, and Janaki in key roles. This film also marks Mari Selvaraj’s debut as a producer.
Vaazhai is currently playing in theaters near you.
Updated: August 23, 2024 03:58 PM IST
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