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Movie Reviews : Nanban

Expectations were high for the film for the fact that Shankar and Vijay have come together for the first time for a movie. And, for Shankar this is his next after the mammoth production and blockbuster hit superstar's 'Endhiran'! For Vijay, this is his next to the successful 'Velayudham'!

'Nanban' tells the story of three Engineering students who come from different backgrounds with different goal in their lives. Pari (Vijay), Senthil (Jiiva) and Venkatramakrishnan are the three friends who are very close friends in the class. Pari wants to see studies that should be useful to our lives and doesn't believe in memorizing subjects like what Srivatsan (Satyan), who is the darling of professor Santhanam (Sathyaraj). The three boys incur the wrath of the professor, but as the story goes on the professor slowly realizes the real personalities of the three friends. Pari loves professor's daughter Riya (Ileana), a medical college student. After their course completion what the boys become in their lives is told later that should be watched on the silver screen.

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We see a different Vijay, doing the role Pari. What a performance! It's really a treat to all Vijay fans. The performance of Jiiva and Srikanth are also extraordinary. The chemistry between these three stars could be seen in every scene they are together.

Another big performance is from veteran actor Satyaraj. He, as Professor Virumandi Santhanam, has lived the role. And, for Satyan, this is the best film that he can boast in his career.

Ileana as the love interest of Vijay is cute and attractive. Her acting and dance movements in the film will definitely bring big offers and she would do a big round in Kollywood! S J Suryah and Anuya Bhagawat have done cameo appearances.

Shankar does not have any introduction to the hard work he puts in his films. He has proved it in many of his films. And, 'Nanban' is another milestone movie in his list of big films but differently, for 'Nanban' being totally an emotional drama with visuals that is a whole riot of colours! Every frame of the film speaks Shankar's hard work and creative brain. Hats off, Shankar!

'Nanban' is a Tamil remake of 2009 Bollywood blockbuster '3 Idiots'. The title roles in Hindi were played by Aamir Khan, Madhavan and Sharman Joshi. Kareena Kapoor's role is played by Ileana in 'Nanban'. Sathyaraj excels the professor role that Boman Irani had in '3 Idiots'.

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Original story was adapted from Chetan Bhagat's novel 'Five Point Someone'. The screenplay for 'Nanban' is written by Shankar and Madhan Karky.

Music is by Harris Jayaraj. The Shankar - Harris Jayaraj duo had created a magic earlier with their film 'Anniyan'. The same magic has been created with 'Nanban' too. The songs are already a rage with youngsters and music lovers and topping the charts. The background score too adds strength to the script.

Manoj Paramahamsa has done the camera work, a big plus to 'Nanban'. The lens man has taken his camerawork to next level. Editing by Anthony is also worth mentioning.

'Nanban' is produced by Gemini Film Circuit in a whopping budget of Rs.60 Crore. The film is also dubbed in Telugu with a title '3 Rascals'.

'Nanban' is definitely a big treat for both Shankar and Vijay fans, and a wholesome entertainment for everyone who loves good cinema!

Verdict : 'Nanban' is a film that is sure a watchable. A must watch!

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Nanban Movie Review

There is no point in drawing comparisons between the original version '3 Idiots' and the official remake ' Nanban '. The reason is that certain themes become universal and it savors to the tastes of universal audiences. And when it comes to 'Love', 'Friendship' and any social issue, it instantly gets into everyone's senses.

Chetan Bhagat's 'Five Point Someone' was conceptualized with such a theme that didn't just speak about someone's identity, a special person, but about the strong theme about the pressures of youngsters through their academic career. Life becomes a race for many of us that lead to wrong perception of 'success', which ultimately results in the depression of mind.

' Nanban ' is a mere remake of '3 Idiots' and Shankar might have not even glimpsed through the pages of the novel as it was revealed through some sources prior to release.

The Movie opens with friends ' Venkata Ramakrishnan (Srikanth) and Sevalkodi Senthil (Jiiva) going in search of their friend Panchavan Parivendan aka Paari (Vijay). They journey across the exotic locales of Ooty to find their lost one. What follows next is the trip within on how the buddy changed their lives: endowing them with a desire to hook upon their passion and not to run blindly behind success.

For those who have already seen '3 Idiots', it will take few moments to settle down and nearly post-intermission; it gets a grip as lots of drama happens there. And exclusively for Vijay fans, it's quite entertaining. After 'Jeans', Shankar has tried a mild melodrama without any action sequences.

The absence of Sujatha is felt very much as his dialogues were some of his best assets in Shankar's movies and this time it's quite missing as the writers have just translated the lines from original version except few witty-liners.

What irk to a little extent is the caricatured characterizations replicated from the original one. Can't Shankar try out something new at least with this aspect? Vijay imitating Aamir Khan's mannerisms, Ileana trying to be Kareena Kapoor and what's more annoying is Sathyaraj, whose imitation of Boman Hirani, especially his English slang is ridiculous. Sathyan is not an exception as well. But it's Jiiva and Srikanth, who exhibit their own style of performance and win laurels. Ananya does justice to her role.

However as the more drama occurs during second half, the intensity of characters deepens and it works hard to do justice to the script.

Technically, the Movie has a beautiful picturing by Manoj Paramahamsa and grading of colors especially for the songs is captivating. Harris Jayaraj fails to work best in his background score while songs may not be so much enjoyed by Ilayathalapathy fans, but works to the best with Shankar's grandiloquent factors.

The best scenes of the Movie '

1. The suspense during intermission
2. Srikanth convincing his father, Jiiva at interview
3. Vijay and his friends curing Jiiva
4. Birth of Anuya's baby
5. A surprising twist in climax

On the whole, Nanban is a good entertainer with lots of commercial ingredients that comes with a strong message as a package ' Don't run behind success, Follow your heart, Discover your passion and develop your skills into it, Success will come behind you.

Verdict: Don't miss it

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Nanban Movie Review

The cardinal rule of the game is not to touch classics or try to remake it. This is where director Shankar scores, as Nanban, Rajkumar Hirani's 3 Idiots remake avoids stereotypes and goes for characters and situations that are familiar in our lives! It is a film about the importance of basic goodness and it is packaged with mass songs which will suit the palate of Tamil audiences.

Shankar the showman of south has left his huge canvass aside and attempted to make something different, probably his first remake which has no larger-than-life hero or massive sets. It's a breezy entertainer and it's got its heart in the right place. It is emotional, entertaining and enlightening. The film has tremendous youth appeal, feel-good factor and is a sort of movie that you'll take home with a smile.

Nanban has an interesting premise- Two buddies Venkatramakrishnan (Srikanth) and Sevalkodi Senthil (Jiiva) set out in search of their long lost friend Panchavan Parivendan aka Pari (Vijay). They have a nerd Srivatsan (Satyan) for company and in intermitted flashbacks we are told that Pari, a bright, yet free-spirited student, who through his charisma is able to convince his two friends to think for themselves, follow their heart and take challenges with a positive attitude chanting his mantra- All is well.

Pari wants to change the education system and often lock horns with Professor Virumandi Santhanam (Sathraj) the Principal whose says- "Life is a race- Run Run Run". He wins the heart of Virumandi's daughter Riya (Ileana) and the film is about his journey. The film touches a chord as it urges us to examine our lives and to question the rules by which we live it.

It is an all-new Vijay that you will see in Nanban. No introduction, action, punch lines or over-the-top romance and he play an engineering student with conviction. He emerges as the emotional soul of this film with a graceful, restrained performance. Jiiva and Srikanth are at their best. But same cannot be said about a skinny Ileana who plays Riya. She does not light up the screen when she's around like Kareena did in the original. Satyaraj as Virumandi and Sathyan as Srivatsan shines.

Technically the film is brilliant with Manoj Paramahamsa's excellent camerawork, Resul Pookutty's sound design and Harris Jayaraj's peppy songs like Askku Laska, Irukaannaa... However, Nanban isn't without hiccups. Overly long, especially in its second half, the film suffers on account of few dramatic indulgences like the delivery scene where Pari follows instructions on a web cam and uses a suction device or the scene where Riya elopes from the kalayana mandapam!

In the end, Nanban is an engaging film with noble intentions. It deserves viewing because films like this are hard to find.

Don't miss this film.

Verdict: Good

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Nanban Review

In our Nanban preview analysis, we said there are three mandatory things that should happen for Nanban to become a Blockbuster...Did Nanban meet all these 3 criteria? Read on...

With sky high expectations to replicate '3 Idiots' success without deviating too much from the original while keeping the content fresh is a tight-rope walk for any director. Many directors may have failed by trying too hard or by playing too safe. Congratulations to Shankar, Vijay and rest of the team for successfully delivering big time on the promise. Nanban works just like the original and here a few key reasons why.

Vijay

Finally, Nanban will be a genuine and undisputed comeback movie for Vijay. First and foremost reason for watching Nanban is Vijay. There were so many questions as to whether Vijay can justify the role of a brilliant maverick genius. Vijay will prove every one of his skeptics wrong through his mature performance in this movie. Vijay is completely natural and keeps the audience engaged throughout even when you know what is going to unfold on the screen. Vijay shows his tremendous acting potential after a long time without having to be loud. For example, one of the main highlights of the second half is the Jiiva's hospital sequence where Vijay single-handedly owns the screen and shows what he is capable of -- Truly a fantastic performance! Here is the actor people have been searching for so many year and thanks to Shankar for unearthing such a natural performer through Nanban. *spoiler alert* Probably, this is the first movie in his career where Vijay has no fight and this may also be the first movie where he has a real lip-to-lip kiss with Ileana shown in a very family friendly manner *

Shankar

Shankar knows when he needs to play like Tendulkar and when he needs to be like Dravid. In Nanban, he does a Dravid by staying loyal to the original script without any insecurity. It is admirable to note that he doesn't feel the need to deviate from the original screenplay. Yet, at the same time he knows how to keep you engaged somehow. In the first half, the comparisons with the original was unavoidable in a few places. But, Shankar takes it to top gear during the second half and maintains till the end. This movie will make people realize how difficult it is to remake a classic.

Music

Harris Jayaraj's music and background score is another important reason for the movie feeling fresh. His background score is perfectly in sync and plays a huge role in bringing out the right emotions. This is one of the most mature background work done by Harris in recent times.

Cast and Crew

Nanban is a clear example of team-work. With so many characters, it is difficult to say who did better than the others. Jiiva scores in every scene with his subtle performance and has great voice modulation. He plays an important role in making the chemistry between the friends work. Sathiyaraj brings his own style to enact the Virus role and doesn't remind you of Boman Irani. Big surprise is Sathiyan who is very believable in the Silencer role -- he comes across as the nerdy as well as able to pull off the key comedy scenes. It is an extremely smart casting decision by Shankar to have Sathiyan play this role. Srikanth's narration and unfolding of story is effective. Srikanth is impressive in an important scene where he convinces his dad. Srikanth looks fresh and young. Ileana is cute in her limited role and brings the house down when she says "Avanaa nee". Her belly dance will be remembered. Even small characters like Anuya and SJ Suriya deliver exactly what is expected.

Madhan Karky deserves kudos for such great dialogues and lyrics. Dialogues are intelligent, simple and at the same time very impactful. Also, 'En frienda pola yaaru machan' during the beginning title card with rich picturization showing the friends reminiscing the past while driving through winding Ooty roads will pull the audience right in to the movie.

Cinematography, editing, art direction and other technical departments have all worked for the script. The best thing about Nanban is that nobody tries to outshine others -- be it acting or technical departments.

Downsides

So, are there any downsides? definitely a few... Running length of 3 hours 7 minutes 52 seconds feels a bit stretched even though Shankar probably contributed only 12 minutes to it with a few set-up scenes for the additional 'Ileana' song. Purists may call it a spead-breaker. But, it is debatable since this may work out for certain section of audience who will enjoy Vijay's fast moves in the song. Another possible let-down is all the song picturizations including 'Asku Laska' feels low-budget compared to the usual Shankar standards.

Bottomline

People who watch this movie without knowing anything about the original will walk out of the theatre elated, rejuvenated and super-thrilled. There are a plenty of scenes that will be emotionally moving for the first time viewers. Even the viewers who have watched the original will find the movie worth watching.

Vijay stands tall even after giving so much space to so many memorable casts and characters in the movie. Shankar is 100% correct when he said even people who doesn't like Vijay will like him after this movie.

Verdict : Nanban is a must watch for all !

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Nanban Movie Review

The official remake of the blockbuster Three Idiots is here! We wondered, when lesser blockbusters were being remade, why this cracker of a story was not finding its way down south. But, all good things take some time in the making and it is somehow fitting that a tale loved by most part of the nation, first in the form of Chetan Bhagath's 'Five Point Someone' and then in the form of Rajkumar Hiran's Three Idiots, is brought down south by Shankar, the man with the Midas touch.

Well, there are very few people who might not yet know the basic premise of the movie; thanks mostly to the overwhelming success of the book and the original movie. Its about three friends, the four years they spend in college with one of them trying to be a free bird in a system that clips wings, their run ins with a draconian educationist, a cute romance angle and a secret. Well, that's a lot on the plate of a single movie, you might think. But, the script is one masterpiece, originally by Rajkumar Hirani and Vidhu Vinodh Chopra, as it brings together all these elements into a fun filled, hilarious, touching, meaningful and immensely entertaining three hours. You get everything that you would want to from a college movie; the camaraderie that you cherish forever, the pressure of academics, marks, the fun and even the geeks and nerds. Nanban is not a full length comedy, but there are numerous instances which will make your belly ache with laughter (the 'karpazhippu' scene is an absolute scream); neither is Nanban a love story, but it does have a very likeable romance; Nanban is also not a social statement, but it does point out some gaping holes in the educational system. Well then, what is Nanban? Well, it is a complete package for those who love good, clean, sensible entertainment (that means all of us!).

Nanban marks the return of Shankar to a youth oriented film after Boys, that was eight years back. It also marks the return of Vijay to a completely youth centric college goer role. And boy, haven't they gone all out to make it a success. We don't see Vijay in the movie, it is only Panchavan Parivendhar! He has given himself completely to the role, surrendering to the demands of the script. For an actor who has played the 'carefree guy who loathes books' stereotype almost all his career, this is one role that offers a diametric opposite. Vijay takes it on and proves his versatility. The years have not dimmed his boyish charm and energy, you don't doubt for a second whether he is a college student; an almost perfect performance. Jiiva brings in his own charms to the movie, as the God fearing guy who just wants to get through college and start earning but is far too apprehensive and distracted. We have seen his comic timing before; he uses it beautifully here too, and scores with the sentiments as well. You just have to watch him start the 'induction motor'! Srikanth, the dark horse! Well, he holds up well with the more seasoned performers and when he gets a chance, he proves his mettle in the quite emotional scene with his father. A very well balanced act!

What can we say about Ileana? Where was she for almost 5 years after Kedi? Never mind, because she is back with a bang. A very impressive performance which uses glamour only as an embellishment, not main item itself. She shows no difficulty with Tamil, displays quite a crackling chemistry with Vijay, emotes well and dances with lan. We could see more of her in Tamil cinema very soon. But, the big surprise packet of the whole affair is none other than Sathyaraj. As the hard nosed principal of an engineering college who wants to treat everyone as a machine, he excels and proves that class and experience is a combination that cannot be bogged down for long. His dialogue delivery is absolutely spot on. Sathyan gets a huge opportunity and doesn't let it go as he makes the nerdy 'Silencer' memorable in Tamil too; he carries off the utterly important 'karpazhippu' scene perfectly. Hope he gets more fitting opportunities in the future. S.J.Suryah's cameo is also good.

The best thing about Nanban is its casting! Shankar has put in a lot of thought and roped in just the right actors for each and every role. Even the smallest of characters seem to have been hand picked, the results show. Dialogues by Shankar and Madhan Karky are sharp, witty, funny and meaningful as different occasions demand. They have imported the meaning of the original Hindi lines without making the Tamil look artificial, a very deft job. Harris Jeyaraj brings in his musical touch, we enjoy 'Asku Laska'. Manoj Paramahamsa makes every frame pleasing on the eye, the work in 'Asku Laska' is particularly good.

You really have to be a hard nosed person to find faults with this movie, much like Sathyaraj's character. But, one could say that the crash course in child delivery atop a TT table is a bit difficult to believe! And, one also cannot understand a student of an engineering college in Tamil Nadu wearing a very north Indian sherwani for his college speech. Also, why is Virumandi Santhanam's daughter's marriage looking so much like a north Indian affair with turbans and all? Perhaps Shankar could have changed these from Three Idiots. But, again, these are minute flaws in an otherwise top class product.

Nanban has got more than something for everyone. It is very unlikely that a person finds such a wholesome package unsatisfying. Yes, Vijay does not show any heroism; he gives it all up for the integrity of the script. But, fans, don't be disheartened, because what you get it lieu more than makes up for it. The only way you can detract from the achievement of this team is through the fact that the movie almost looks like a frame by frame remake of Three Idiots, especially in the first half. Do we need a creative genius like Shankar to give us a frame by frame remake? We see his signature only in the song picturisation. But, look at it this way. The original was so good that even a genius like Shankar hardly felt like making any changes. So, lets applaud Shankar for trusting the original and resisting the temptations to give his own touches. Also, let us not forget to applaud the makers of the original, Rajkumar Hirani and Vidhu Vinodh Chopra, for building a script that would work anywhere in India. If you haven't seen Three Idiots, Nanban will be an absolutely joyful experience. And if you have seen it, still go for Nanban and relive the magic; it's worth it.

Verdict: All is absolutely well!

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As all of you know that Nanban is a remake of 3 Idiots. When you watching Nanban forget 3 idiots and see both the movies as different movies and don't compare it with each other. Nanban is a osum movie and it is a good package of Humour, Emotions and a good entertainment for the audience. We won't get bored and it is feel good movie.

What is Nanban is about?
Jeeva and Srikantha are best friends they are going on a jouney to find their best friend Vijay. Then a flashback sequence which tell about their college life and how did Vijay change Jiva and Srikanth life by his method. The rest of the film is about what happen to Vijay? Is Srikanth and Jeeva find Vijay? Is Ileana and Vijay joined with each other was the rest of the film is about.

Performance and Analysis
It is good to see all the actors act together Vijay, Jeeva, and Srikanth, Sathyan and Sathyaraj all of them are perfect for the roles . It is hard to imagine other actors in their role. Vijay, Srikanth and Jeeva combination rocks and it is hard to see them as actors we will see them as best friends after the movie finished also.

Vijay he acts in his own style that is one of the major plus for his film. He make us happy when he said follow your heart and when the films end every one is repeating follow your heart and all is well. Vijay is a top star and he didn't get any introduction fight scene for this movie which is very good. Finally Vijay come out of commercial movie and start to act in these kind of film. Vijay steal the screen with many scene watch it on screen.

Srikanth he give lot of disaster and he lost is market but Nanban is a huge comeback for Srikanth. He performed really well and the film is narrated through Srikanth. He need a special mention when he try to speak with his father. Way to go Srikanth and continue to do good films like this . (I personnaly love Srikanth role as his character somewhat relate to my life and I have to follow my heart😆😆😆)

Jeeva done a good job after Sathyan he got more space for comedy and he steal the show with his comedy. He is good his interview sequence is good example for his acting and he emote his character very well.

Sathyan when he speak english sema comedy pa he get lot of appreciaiton for this role this is the first time I 100% enjoyed sathyan comedy. His steal the show with the stage spech and it was hilarious. Sathyan is the perfect choice for the silencer role.

Sathyaj was good and he is perfect for the Virus role. Avar role ah patha nammaku vara oru doubt ivar nallavara illai kettavara. Sathyaraj has done a perfect job.

Ileana : In the starting her voice irritate as the film progess she is okay.

Technicalities
Direction : Shankar hard work and creativity should be get appreciated. This is first remake of Shankar and this will be the best remake so far. What a direction his direction is awesome the films is more than 3 hours but you won't feel bored because of his good screenplay and direction. He picturize the songs very well.Shankar is the best and he get special mention for selecting the character names for all the actors like name as Kosakhi Pasapugazh, Panchavan Parivendhan, Sevalkodi Senthil, Virumandi Santhanam, Srivatsan, Venkataramakrishnan all the names are unique.

Cinematography : It is good, colourful and very creative and Manoj Paramasa is one of the finest cinematographer in the film industy.

Music : Already all the songs became chartbuster and the songs with visuals also very good. His background score is another hero for this movie. He need special mention when he put En friend ah pola song in background throughout the movie

Conclusion
Eventhough it is a remake we won't feel it is remake. This is the best remake and the success of the film should goes to the teamwork all of them do a great job in acting and technicalites. Nanban is one of the best movies of all time.

My Verdict : All is well and follow your heart and go for Nanban you will enjoy.

Rating : 4.85/5

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Nanban - Tamil Movie Review

Nanban - a must watch family entertainer

Directon: S. Shankar

Star Cast: Vijay, Jeeva, Srikanth, Ileana D'Cruz, Sathyaraj, Sathyan S. J. Surya, Anuya

Story: Abhijat Joshi & Rajkumar Hirani

Music: Harris Jayaraj

Cinematography: Manoj Paramahamsa

Banner: Gemini Film Circuit

Release Date: January 12, 2012

Ilayathalapathy Vijay's Nanban is the remake of Bollywood blockbuster '3 Idiots' by Rajkumar Hirani. Jeeva and Srikanth play the other pivotal roles.

In the original, the male lead characters was done by Aamir Khan, R Madhavan and Sharman Joshi while the female lead was played by Karina Kapoor.

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Story

Nanban is Shankar's version of '3 Idiots' all the way. Panjavan Pari Velan(Vijay) joins the engineering college as first year student, in short he was called as Pari. At a ragging scenario with seniors he meets Senthil(Jeeva) and Venkat Ramakrishnan(Srikanth) in the Hostel permises. He takes out the situation in a clever and funny manner which attracts other first year students and soon the 3 become close friends.

Then enters Virumaandi Sandhanam(Sathyaraj) is short called as Virus, is the Principal of the college who wants everyone to be disciplined and stay in Order. But Pari(Vijay) is a student who doesn't take anything seriously at all and goes in his own way with the quote that 'All is Well', this irks Virus during their first meet itself.

Meanwhile there they meet Srivatsan(Sathyan) who is nicknamed as Silencer, who appears to be a bookworm and always tries to degrade the three friends.

Then the family stories behind Senthil(Jeeva) and Venkat Ramakrishnan(Srikanth) are shown with sentiments in a funny manner. Senthil is a innocent guy who likes to have fun, but because of his poor family background he tries hard to study well by avoiding college fun.

Venkat who has a passion for Photography does engineering to fulfill his parent's desire. These three at one funny circumstance secretly attends a wedding to fill their stomach, where Pari meets Anariya(Ileana) and finds out that it the daughter of Virus. Later Pari comes to know that Anariya was engaged with a self-centered person.

But soon things change and Pari(Vijay) and Anariya(Ileana) fall in love. And Pari finishes his graduation and all depart in their own ways. In the later second half when Senthil and Venkat try to get hold of Pari, Pari goes missing there comes twist in the story. Then finally whether Anariya(Ileana) joins with Pari(Vijay) or not forms the rest of the story.

Performance

It is all show of Vijay, the actor has worked hard to fit into the main role as Pari. He has given a matured and natural performance, but Jeeva and Srikanth are the two pillars which lifts up the role of Pari played by Vijay. After Kaavalan this will be Vijay's character oriented role and even at certain scenes brings out your emotions.

Adding glamour to Vijay's role is Ileana, the actress who got introduced with Tamil film Kedi was missing because of her rise in Tollywood. But now this will mark her presence in Kollywood too with her charming and sexy perfromance. Also Anuya comes as the elder sister of Ileana.

Sathyaraj as the principal goes in topgear with his acting skills and suits the role to utmost perfection. Whereas Sathyan who also comes from the family of Sathyaraj proves that he is not less than him with his witty plans and modulation he scores well as the irritating Silencer.

Analysis

Director Shankar has put his whole effort in Nanban to give credits to the original version '3 idiots' and the director succeeds in that once again. Even though his 10th film is a remake, he has narrated with his own style of film-making which gives a fresh feel to the movie. Music by Harris Jayaraj needs special mention, all the songs are exotically visualised and Harris has given a pleasant Background Score too.

Cinematography by Manoj Paramahamsa and Art by T Muthuraj are added advantages to the film's narration. Technically the film is brilliant. The only thing is the slow pace in screenplay but it gives you that feel only for a few moments. Wholly Nanban is an out and out family entertainer with a clean U certificate.

Verdict

If you want to Celebrate this pongal in a pleasant manner with friends and family then Nanban is the perfect choice. It has all the ingredients of a Shankar's film, with a huge star cast like Vijay, Jeeva, Srikanth, Ileana, Sathyaraj, Sathyan. Nanban is sure to entertain your family and friends.

Rating : 4/5

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