If ‘Subramaniapuram’ brought out the director in Sasikumar, ‘Sundarapandian’ gave him the lead to take on the mass roles. Sasikumar from then on has been keen in nurturing that image and as a result he has to face the wrath of a slew of misses as well, with the latest being ‘Bramman’ directed by debutant Socrates, who also happens to be a former assistant to director Kamal Hassan!
This is my figment of imagination of what might have been the conversation between Sasikumar and director Socrates prior to starting this movie, at the time of story discussion:
Socrates: Sir, I've got an excellent script on friendship and bonding!
Sasi: Wow!! You have indeed chosen the right keyword for me to listen to your story… carry on buddy!
Socrates: The story is….
Sasi: Hey c’mon buddy, you told me that it is about friendship, then why should I listen to it?
Socrates: So shall we go for the shoot?
Sasi: I have some more recommendations… Since I am nurturing a mass hero image, I need a barbie doll like heroine who may or may not know acting but she should be dumb. Secondly there should be at least 2 duets for me in foreign locations, I don't mind a couple of fights, a couple of comedians including Santhaanam and of course an introduction song that shouldn't reveal my weakness (dancing)....
Socrates: ???!!!!
Sasi: Is it a yes or a no…. dont think that I’m exploiting you since you're a newbie….
Socrates: No sir… absolutely not…
Sasi: Let’s go!
The first half was nothing but stereotypical introduction for a happy-go-lucky guy who happens to be the hero. Of course he has not got a regular job, but leases and runs a theater that showcases second runs. When he is faced with a challenge, he has to go to the city to reclaim his life. Then comes the twists and turns where our senses were not permitted to even murmur some basic logical questions.
The movie had nothing except a few banters from Santhaanam. Let’s wish for Sasi to realize what’s going on with his career as a hero and in my opinion he should stick to direction at least for sometime before regaining his senses!!
Verdict: Forget it!
Rating: 1 / 5
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