Rangam Movie Review

Tamil block-buster movie “KO” is remade as “Rangam”. Rangam is directed by KV Anand, A cinematographer turned director, who proved his mettle with his previous film Ayan (remade as Veedokkade in Telugu). Rangam stars Jiiva and Karthika in lead roles.

Plot: Aswathama (Jiiva) is dashing and daring photographer, who risks his life many a times to expose the truth. He falls for his colleague, a dynamic reporter Renuka (Karthika). And there is budding youth leader Vasanth (Ajmal) who struggles hard to change the current system by winning the elections. These three has to fight against two larger force, the current chief minister (PrakashRaj) and opposition leader (Kota).

Who wins the elections? …And several interesting twists unfolds into a gripping saga altogether.

Actors:

Jiiva (s/o RB chowdary) looks cool and energetic. He plays his role to the core leaving no stone unturned. If he comes up with diverse roles in future and markets equally well in Telugu, he could easily expand his market here.

Karthika gets her first success in Kollywood after her debacle with Telugu “Josh”. I guess her different looks are yet to register with the audience. Plus point is she resembles her mother, Yesteryear actress Radha in many angles. She is good overall.

Ajmal who plays Vasant is excellent. He supports the proceedings very aptly and he is something to watch out.  Piya Bajpai who plays another reporter is bubbly. This girl is cleverly used to fill in love triangle and fit in the twist in the second half.

PrakashRaj gets something great where he could just excel. He is awesome in subtle emotions. Kota Srinivasa Rao too plays his role perfectly.

Power packed screenplay and excellent direction!

Screenplay of the movie is perfectly written, where each scene one after other just builds up the expectations.

KV Anand who worked as cinematographer for movies like “Prema Desam” and “Sivaji” to name few does a great job. He balances the political drama and thrilling elements with sufficient commercial elements. He cleverly mixes a love/friendship angle and makes this film more youthful. And True facets of election campaign and interesting episode of youth joining politics should be admired. Don’t forget to watch his previous movie Veedokkade if you missed it.

Cinematography and Music rocks…

Harris Jairaj composes striking and melodious tunes and lifts the film to the next level.  All songs are excellently shot. Especially the song “Nemali kulukula” and “Ee manchullo” captures superb locales in Norway.  And look for guest appearances of Surya, Tamanna, Bharath, Abbas and many other popular stars in “Aga naga naga” song.

Richard M Nathan’s cinematography plays a major role in the songs and of course is top notch that makes the movie appealing all through.

Final Say:

Avidly supported by excellent technical team and awesome performances by youngsters and experienced actors, Rangam stands above all the movies released in recent past. KV Anand, the director makes a gripping and interesting story that appeal to all sections.  KV Anand who worked as press photographer in the past surely makes them proud with this movie.

Rating

3.75/5. Never afford to miss this movie if you are in thirst of good movies…