| Directed by | M. Muthaiah |
|---|---|
| Written by | M. Muthaiah |
| Produced by | Vedikkaranpatti. S. Shaktivel |
| Starring | Arya Siddhi Idnani Prabhu |
| Cinematography | R. Velraj |
| Edited by | Venkat Raajen |
| Music by | G. V. Prakash Kumar |
| Production companies | Zee Studios Drumsticks Productions |
Gist of the Story
The ruthless gangster Nana attempts to take over the village in the Ramanathapuram district. Kathar isn’t listening to him and won’t settle their differences. Will they both make it through the conflict?
Detailed Plot
The movie Kathar Basha Endra Muthuramlaingam is based on the life of Thevar caste head Muthuramlinga Thevar, who passed away in 1963 but is still regarded highly among Thevars. TamilSelvi (Sidhi Idnani), a young girl who enters the Madurai prison in an attempt to find a man named Kathar Basha Engira Muthuramalingam (Arya), is introduced to us in the movie. Kathar is shown as a haughty person who tenaciously defends truth and justice. When Kather discovers that Tamilselvi has traveled so far to visit him, he chooses to apply for bail after being transferred to several prisons. As the narrative progresses, Kather learns that Selvi is being threatened by her own relatives, who are local gangsters. Vedigundu Veyilan (Thamizh) is also looking for Kather in order to exact revenge for a personal loss. Kather Basha’s past and his animosity towards Vedigundu Veyilan are explored in detail in the second part of the movie. Can Kathar triumph over these formidable foes forms the rest of the story?
Artistes’ Performances
In the major role, Arya turns in a polished performance and shines during the combat scenes. Arya gives the movie his all, and his performance has some kind of intrigue. He convincingly portrays a conceited young man. The heart of the movie is the actor’s on-screen relationship with Prabhu, and both actors excel in the film’s emotionally charged scenes. As she attempts to carry the weight of her part, Siddhi is obviously out of place in this situation. She wears a face that suggests she will be in anguish forever rather than expressing the many feelings of the multidimensional character. Lip-syncing by the actor simply makes the situation worse.
Direction / Technical Side
As Muthaiya loads it with finely designed action moments, Kathar Basha Endra Muthuramalingam’s first half is pretty enjoyable. Kathar Basha Engira Muthuramalingam gets off to a strong start with scenes that capture our interest in the protagonist’s life. But within a little while, it’s clear that the plot follows the tried-and-true formula of rural action flicks, where people seek retribution for their own misfortunes. Despite the fact that this is a popular theme in movies, Muthaiah might have improved the screenplay by presenting some of the plot aspects in a more compelling way. Even if the film’s mood is routine, the second half has more of a mix of action and emotion and is the best of the two. Unfortunately, the resolution is foreshadowed, with the hero easily disposing of all the antagonists. Even though Muthaiya makes an effort to keep a tighter grip on the story, the movie doesn’t go an inch from this formula, with many of his signature cliches falling flat. Karikozhambu Vaasam is the standout song in GV Prakash’s music, while the other songs are passable.
Verdict; Kathar Basha Endra Muthuramalingam follows the formula of rural action flicks, with people seeking retribution for their misfortunes. Muthaiya’s screenplay lacks compelling plot elements, but the second half has more action and emotion, but the resolution is foreshadowed and many of his cliches fall flat.