Ananda Thandavam Movie Rating

Movie: Ananda Thandavam
My Rating: 1.25/5
Banner: Aascar Film (P) Ltd
Music: G V Prakash Kumar
Cinematography: Jeeva Shankar
Story : Sujatha
Producer: V Ravichandran
Direction & Screenplay : A.R. Gandhikrishna
Cast: Tamannah, Siddardh (newcomer), Rukmini, Rish, Kitty etc
Release Date: 10th April 2009

Review

Story

The film is triangle love story between a simple boy, a spoiled brat and a Desi girl. The film opens with Raghu (newcomer Siddardh) trying to commit suicide by jumping into a waterfall. In a flashback, we are told that he has fallen for a spoiled brat Madhu (Tamannah) who also reciprocates. As they are about to be engaged, Madhu dumps him and leaves for greener pastures in America. A few months later, our hero goes to America to study and get settled there. In US, he meets again her and old romance is rekindled. On other hand, a Desi girl (Rukmini) alls falls for him. Now who will he settle for finally forms the climax

Analysis

Tamil director Gandhi Krishna is known for presenting films in slick manner (ex: Prema Chadarangam) but he fails miserably this time with Ananda Thandavam. Prior to the release, the movie with Tamannah in the lead role has generated expectations. With an old-fashioned storyline, and corny scenes, contrived characterizations, the movie looks like an 80’s film.

Director Gandhi Krishna’s hotchpotch of narration fails to entice the audiences. This Love story hardly has any moments that touch your heart. Add to this uninspiring romantic drama, the acting by Tamannah is very irritating. She goes overboard in every expression throughout.

Though first half starts with a promise, the second half is big bore. Length of the movie is another minus point. On the whole, the movie fails in every department.

Artists Performance:

Tamannah as spoilt brat acts overtly. In most scenes, she behaves as if she is lunatic than a hyperactive girl. Newcomer Siddardh has limited expressions. Debutant Rukhmini has glamour but she needs to improve in acting skills. Music by GV Prakash has nothing new. Cinematography is also just okay. Direction and screenplay by Gandhi Krishna lacks sophistication.

Final Analysis:

Ananda Thandavam is an old-fashioned love story. Irritating acting, outdated storyline and weak climax make the audiences look for immediate exit.


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