Sivaji is unlike any other

Balancing act to satisfy both Rajini fans and Shankar fans has come out in the name of Sivaji. Let me start by saying that the movie is neither Baasha nor Indian.

Part - 1: Sivaji’s noble aspirations and his search for a soul mate are shown at regular intervals. This mix of highly serious issue and a comedy track are like oil and water. However if you can view them as separate events in your mind definitely the comedy track stands out while the serious issue takes a back seat.

The intermission comes out more like Mudhalvan who is given a chance to rule the state for a day. Here Sivaji is given One rupee to decide how to avenge his detractors.

Part - 2: Of course the roller coaster ride is yet to begin. This is the part Rajini fans can have their cake. Sivaji takes a complete revenge on his detractors simply by calling them with his shirt collar in his mouth. Whenever people don’t agree for a good cause Sivaji sends them to office room, which shows them how to do good.

Sivaji’s most trusted companion leaves him high and dry, Personal Laptops are voice password protected, Jeeps fly through king kong’s mouth and Crores of rupees are thrown out in open. Finally a poetic justice with ‘Motta Boss’.

The movie hinges on a medical logic which I would leave it to you to decide how good or bad.

Pros: Rajini, Rahman, Anand, Thotta Tharani

Cons: Shankar, Sujatha, Suman

IMHO: Rajini’s superstar image has a big boost and Shankar’s directorial capabilities has hit rock bottom. Sivaji is out and out Rajini movie, forget the message that the movie is trying to convey. Staying true to the story is important in a hyped movie.

Verdict: Disappointing.