Feb. 04, 2022|India|107 Min.|n/A
Genre: Comedy;Crime;South;Indian
Description: In “Pandrikku Nandri Solli,” an ambitious filmmaker unexpectedly becomes involved in a quest to retrieve an ancient pig statue rumored to hold magical powers. Directed by Bala Aran, the story begins with an intriguing animated backstory explaining how the statue, originally from China, ended up in India centuries ago. This pig statue serves as the central plot device around which the narrative unfolds.
The protagonist, Devaraj (played by Nishanth), attempts to share his tale through Sagavaram, a gangster. However, his plans are disrupted when two police officers, Needhimurugan and Jaffer (Chella), intervene. Unbeknownst to Devaraj, he holds a crucial clue that could lead to the statue’s location. Once he realizes this, he decides to pursue the statue himself, inadvertently pitting himself against both the gangster and the police.
“Pandrikku Nandri Solli” aims to be a black comedy but struggles to fully capture the vision director Bala Aran likely envisioned. While the film is packed with ideas, it falls short in execution, particularly in its writing. Repetitive encounters between characters and overused coincidences make the plot feel contrived and lazy.
One notable technique is the director’s use of mid-scene entrances followed by flashbacks to explain the events leading up to that point. While initially intriguing, this approach loses its charm over time. The overall plot lacks the depth needed to keep viewers fully engaged. The film’s chaotic and unrefined music, composed by Suren Vikhash, serves as a reminder of its farcical nature.
Ultimately, “Pandrikku Nandri Solli” is a film that hints at potential but fails to deliver a cohesive and compelling narrative.
Cast director: Bala Aran
Cast actor: Nishanth, Vijay Sathya, Joe Malloori, M. Chandrakumar, Balaji Rathinam, Baskar, Viyan
Original name: பன்றிக்கு நன்றி சொல்லி