Vinodhaya sitham, tamil, 2021, starring Thambi ramaiah and Samuthiraikani and an ensemble of supporting cast, is a family story with a deep personal and social message for each and every one of us. When you know when you are going to die, then the days you remain alive will become a hell. The idea of death has intrigued human civilization and the Indian scriptures has copious discourses on birth, dharmic and adharmic living and ultimately facing mortality. Samuthiraikani's latest endeavor probes, presents questions and answers through the interaction between the main protagonist - Parasuraam an egoistic, self centered, career driven man (Thambi ramaiah) who could have done a little better than what he has done and a very subtle performance by Samuthiraikani in a supporting role. The director has woven a tale centered around human fate, free will, luck, one' karmic existence and ultimately death. Although all these sound grim, the narration and messaging is simple, straight forward and one of hope. It says there is always a companion in your journey whether it is life or death and that is a hopeful message!!. The hyperactive Parasuram who takes the proverb - Time and tide wait for no one - too seriously, is confronted by time itself, played by a stoic Samuthirakani. As time actually waits for Parasuram to finish off his worldly duties, we are shown how little we eventually matter to the overall scheme of things. Samuthiraikani's direction is a layered Aloo paratha, yet the packaging leaves a lingering taste in the mouth and an ability to pause what we are doing and think how we want to spend rest of our life. I will go with 3.5/5. This is the surprise Deepavali hit we have been waiting for. Must watch.
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