“Vishwaroopam” is an ambitious project for an actor. What If that
actor is encyclopedia of Indian cinema, one can imagine the magnitude of the
movie “Vishwaroopam”. Kamal Hassan again left no stone unturned in bringing
alive his dream. And Vishwaroopam released amidst controversies earlier due to
proposed DTH release by the actor and now the ban in Tamilnadu due to the
objections by some Muslim communities.
Plot: Story begins with Nirupama(pooja kumar) spying her husband
Viswanath( A dance Master played by Kamal Hassan) doubting that her husband is
looking at Ashmita (Andreah), his student. That petty Spy operation leads to some
devastating mission. Now who is this Viswanath…what is his connection with the
terrorist by name Wasim Abdul Kashmiri(Again KamalHassan) ? What is the
dreadful mission that’s gonna effect NYC much severe than Hiroshima?
Now Over to Afghanistan…
We have seen many Indian films that dealt with Terrorism as
the theme. But This one goes straight into sands of Afghanistan. As Kamal
Hassan himself plays the Jihad, We travel to the Afghan land to witness the massacre
that happened there. There are kids who dream of becoming doctors and
engineers, but are forced to take up terrorism and there are many lives that
are sacrificed in the name of war. Movie cleverly sympathizes both sides of
war. So there’s big episode in Afghanistan, where you see a shoot out mission
and also suicide bomber attacking American troops. And we get to see the
families and their pains. And in an interview Kamal told that an artificial
Afghan is built for most of the shoot. One should salute to the art director
Ilayaraja and production designer Boontawee ‘Tor’ Taweepsas, as you don’t see
any artificiality in them.
Then movie comes back to Newyork city where you get answers to many questions and some thrilling episodes that lead to climax.
We bow to your feet Kamal Hassan…
Kamal Hassan has
scripted, directed and produced “Viswaroopam” besides carrying it on his
shoulders by playing very prominent role in the film. Look at the transition
from a slightly cowardly Viswanath to Abdul Kashmiri..and then to something still supreme ( Don’t
wanna disclose it). You unknowingly smile at Viswanath’s attire and dialogue
and admire Kamal Hassan for his brilliancy in every scene. Small things are
taken care and such complicated story is made in understandable way. And smooth journey covering various phases in one man's life.
Pooja Kumar as his
wife has some witty liners to make us laugh. Andrea Jeremiah plays tomboyish role.
Rahul Bose is too good as another terrorist Omar. Shekar Kapoor is seen in good
role as Jagadish.
Splendid Team work…
Shanker Ehsaan Loy’s efforts are seen in background score.
Only one songs seems a song “Krishna Krishna” which is lyrically rich. There
are other tunes in background and theme music is superb. And Technical departments
are top notch and are in par with Hollywood film. Be it the shootout scenes or
chases, you do believe them.
Drawbacks include some lag in second half..and excessive voilence
Drawbacks include some lag in second half..and excessive voilence
A must watch…
Yes this film is not for those who seek meaningless and unbelievable
stunts broke by dream song sequences that followed by not so humorous cheap
comedy skits. And yes this is not highly entertaining stuff but keeps you
interested for sure. If you want to taste the reality that goes behind during
many attacks happening in every part of world, you should go for this movie. Kamal Hassan...there is reason to call him a legend...and you should see his passion and pain he has taken to make this film.
Rating
75/100. By the way Movie ends with a signal that Vishwaroopam 2 is in store to
begin.
Oh my god, did I miss any Kamal’s movie, I am signing off to
recollect and watch them right away.