Aswathy A.S

The big ticket Pongal blockbuster which literally kick-started the ailing exhibition business down South (post Covid pandemic) premiered online on Amazon Prime last Friday just two weeks after its theatrical success. Whether in a cinema hall or your own home theatre, Master spearheaded by Thalapathy Vijay and Vijay Sethupathi is an out and out action packed entertainer worth your time and money. No doubt about that!! Yup, there are plenty of cheer-worthy moments here to satisfy both the Vijay's fans. Most importantly, the film's basic theme and screenplay is unique and thoroughly engaging even with its run time of close to three hours. Playing an alcoholic master assigned to reform a juvenile prison, Thalapathy (meaning Leader) Vijay is super cool whether telling a "kutty" story to his rowdy students or arousing their conscience in the penultimate scene. Top class!! Vijay Sethupathi, as the ex- juvenile convict turned gangster Bhavani, is a perfect foil to his namesake co-star and his characterization of a street smart toughie is simply awesome. The guy is totally rocking as a goon who can knock out anyone with just a single punch. In one scene, the film portrays him like a devil with horns - the way it is done will surely bring a smile on your face. The film's highlight includes some superbly executed action sequences specially the climax, Anirudh's aptly tuned score and last but not the least, the style and swag of the two warring Vijays. I loved their first meet and the interesting tyrst with a pen. Haha!! Dont miss Master - theatres or OTT. This one is a hit boss!! Regards, Sumeet Nadkarni. 24 people found this helpful.