Starring: Rajinikanth, Mohanlal, Jackie Shroff, Shiv Rajkumar, Ramya Krishna, Tamannaah Bhatia, Sunil, Vinayakan, Mirnaa Menon, Vasanth Ravi, Naga Babu, Yogi Babu
Director: Nelson Dilipkumar
Producers: Kalanithi Maran
Music Directors: Anirudh Ravichander
Cinematographer: Vijay Kartik Kannan
Editors: R.Nirmal
Release Date : August 10, 2023
Jailer is one film that has been promoted a lot in the last few weeks. The film directed by Nelson has been released today and, read our review to find out if the film has any juice in it or not.
Plot
Tiger Muthuvel Pandian, fondly known as Muthhu (played by Rajinikanth), is a retired police officer enjoying life with his loved ones. But when he learns about his son’s tragic death, his world shatters. The movie “Jailer” revolves around his quest for justice and revenge against the culprits.
Performance
Jailer offers a distinctive portrayal of Rajinikanth. While his iconic style and stunning appearance remain intact, what clicks is his nuanced body language and acting. Nelson crafts a character that allows Rajinikanth to embrace his age while retaining his mass appeal. Rajinikanth’s charm and swag are evident throughout, creating a magnetic presence on screen.
Yogi Babu provides the comedy alongside Rajinikanth, hitting the right notes with his performance. Vinayakan, despite limited screen time, impresses as the antagonist. Tamannaah’s brief appearance adds a touch of humor through her viral song “Kaavaalaa.” Sunil’s role is significant but doesn’t achieve universal appeal.
What’s Good
Rajini’s performance
Action blocks
Dark comedy
What’s Bad
Second half
Length and slow pace
Lack of strong conflict
Analysis:
Jailer takes its time, in the beginning, to set up the characters and their world. This meticulous groundwork ensures that the narrative unfolds naturally. Nelson’s subtle touch and humor enhance the appeal, and Anirudh Ravichander’s music complements the mood. The first half of Jailer lays the groundwork for a potentially action-packed second half. The interval marks a crescendo, leading to a promising second half.
The latter half capitalizes on the momentum from the first. The post-interval scenes kick off with excitement, paving the way for action and drama. However, the tone shifts noticeably as the movie progresses, venturing into over-the-top and silly territory. This shift, along with an unbalanced power dynamic between the hero and the villain, detracts from the film’s effectiveness.
Anirudh Ravichander’s music, both in terms of songs and background score, excels. It adds depth and emotion to the scenes, enhancing the movie’s overall impact. The cinematography by Vijay Kartik Kannan and editing by R Nirmal contribute to the film’s polished appeal.
Despite these hiccups, Rajinikanth’s star power remains a driving force. His presence and performance hold the interest, compensating for the shortcomings in the second half. In summary, “Jailer” boasts an engaging first half but stumbles in the second half, failing to maintain the momentum. Nonetheless, it remains a passable watch due to Rajinikanth’s magnetic screen presence.
Bottom Line- Only for Rajinikanth’s performance
2.75/5
