Kanguva is Suriya‘s prestigious project to date and has been in the making for the last three years. It has also been released in Telugu and has been directed by Siva. Disha Patani plays the female lead and Bobby Deol is the villain.
Story: Francis (Suriya) is a bounty hunter, someone who takes on any job for money. He breaks up with another bounty hunter, Angel (Disha Patani), but the two often clash as they continue to work on jobs for money. During one such assignment, Francis meets a young boy named Zeta who has undergone a brain transplant. However, Zeta is being pursued by a gang, and Francis risks his life to protect him. Zeta looks up to Francis with admiration. The story raises questions about the mysterious bond between Francis and Zeta. What is their connection? Despite having no apparent ties, why does Francis feel compelled to protect Zeta? And who is Kanguva? What is the connection between Kanguva and Zeta? That is the story.
Performances: Suriya impresses as always with his acting and presence. He seamlessly fits into the dual roles of Francis and Kanguva, delivering well-executed action and emotional scenes. Disha Patani, however, is limited mainly to a glamorous role. Bobby Deol stands out as a ruthless villain, though his character doesn’t get much elevation due to Suriya’s dominant screen presence. The two child actors add strength to the story with their impactful roles, while the supporting cast performs adequately.
Technical Aspects: The greatest strength of the movie Kanguva lies in the technical team’s work. The cinematography and music stand out as positive aspects. However, at times, Devi Sri Prasad’s background score feels overwhelming, going beyond what the scenes demand. Vetri Palanisamy’s cinematography enhances the richness of the film, capturing beautiful locations that add visual appeal. The editing department, however, leaves room for improvement. Under the production of K. E. Gnanavel Raja, Studio Green and UV Creations have maintained strong production values throughout.
Analysis: In the movie Kanguva, the story alternates between the present-day Francis and the warrior Kanguva set in 1070. The director has crafted an intriguing backdrop for the story. However, the portrayal of characters and scenes could have been presented in a simpler, more accessible way to resonate better with today’s audience. But that does not happen as Siva chooses a narrative that works only in parts. This is a big downslide.
The excessive action and loud dialogue may be tolerable to an extent, but maintaining the same tone from the opening to the final scene becomes overwhelming. Suriya’s and Bobby Deol’s characters work well, but the lack of any other character with an emotional connection is a drawback. There is no proper character depth in the proceedings and one can feel that in the narrative.
Kanguva showcases strong performances from Suriya and Bobby Deol, impressive technical work, and solid direction by Siva. The film is grandly produced, depicting a story of power struggles between different clans and regions. However, it lacks elements that might resonate with the average viewer, which could be a downside. The emotions should have also been handled well.
Verdict: Overall, Kanguva is a film that is high on style and visuals. But the narrative is loud and over the top. The masses might like the fights but the rest of the audience needs to go with a lot of low expectations
Bottom Line – Only for a few thrills
Rating: 2.5/5
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