THANGALAAN’ (DUBBED) REVIEW

The multi-generational tale Thangalaan (UA), produced by Studio Green and Neelam Productions, is based on the Tamil film Thangalaan. The hamlet of Veppur is in the North Arcot district of Tamil Nadu, where Thangalaan (Vikram) dwells. The year 1850 CE is mentioned. On a dark night, he tells his kids a story about Aarathi (Malavika Mohanan). The Nagar people hold the mythical lady Aarathi in high esteem; she is both a witch and a guardian of the forest. Vikram reprises his role as Thangalaan's great-grandfather Kaadaiyan, and the tale then jumps to his conflict with Aarathi.

British officer Lord Clement (Daniel Caltagirone) wants to find some gold, so Thangalaan, his son Asokan (Arjun Anbudan), and several other locals, including Varadhan (Hari Krishnan), Gengupattar (Pasupathy), and a few others, start looking for it. Thangalaan is unwavering in his determination to overcome the many challenges they face. At last, what takes place? Can Thangalaan get to the gold if Aarathi lets him?

The narrative by Tamil Prabha and Pa. Ranjith is perplexing due to the several generations it covers. Azhagiya Periyavan and Pa. Ranjith's script has interesting passages and dull ones. There are a lot of characters, and the Hindi cinema audience can find it overwhelming due to the actors' unfamiliar appearances. Conversations are mediocre.

Thangalaan, Kaadaiyan, Arasan 'Aaran,' Adhi Muni, and Naga Muni are five roles that Vikram excels in. The part of Thangalaan's wife Gangamma, played by Parvathy Thiruvothu, is superb. Aarathi is superbly played by Malavika Mohanan. As Lord Clement, Daniel Caltagirone delivers a strong performance. As Gengupattar, Pasupathy provides strong assistance. While playing Varadhan, Hari Krishnan had some memorable moments. Asokan, Arjun Anbudan leaves an impression. The supporting cast, which includes Vettai Muthukumar (the zamindar), Preeti Karan (Arasani), Krish Hassan (Gengupattar's son), Sampath Ram (Kaadaiyan's helper), and others, provide respectable performances.

While Pa. Ranjith's directing is commendable, it is worth noting that there are instances when the historical drama becomes unclear. Even for those who watch Hindi films, it has its limits. The music of G.V. Prakash Kumar is really ordinary. Lyrics meet benchmarks. Visualizing songs is a fascinating experience. The music in the background is powerful. The cinematography is brilliant, done by A. Kishor Kumar. Scenes of action and stunts provide excitement. The sets are huge. The editing by Selva R.K. is not up to par. Casting is appropriate.

All things considered, Thangalaan's prospects in Hindi are rather low.