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Saleem (Vijay Antony) is a secret agent. He loses the girl he loves during a mission. This tragedy changes Saleem’s life entirely. Saleem’s Chief (Sarathkumar) relocates him to a secret place. A notorious money lender named Daali (Daali Dhanunjaya) loots the residents of that town by charging high interest rates. Daali even kills those who confront his thirst for blood money.
Story:
Saleem (Vijay Antony) is a secret agent. He loses the girl he loves during a mission. This tragedy changes Saleem’s life entirely. Saleem’s Chief (Sarathkumar) relocates him to a secret place. A notorious money lender named Daali (Daali Dhanunjaya) loots the residents of that town by charging high interest rates. Daali even kills those who confront his thirst for blood money. What does Saleem do to save the town from Daali’s clutches? What is the role of Sowmya (Megha Akash) in the story? Also, what does the Captain (Sathyaraj) order Saleem? How does Saleem’s story end? The answers to these questions form the main crux of the story.
Pros:
Vijay Antony delivers a compelling performance as Agent Saleem, excelling in both action and emotional scenes with his dynamic portrayal. Megha Akash stands out in her heavy emotional scenes, adding depth to the narrative. Veteran actors Sarathkumar and Sathyaraj enrich the film with their seasoned performances. Daali Dhananjaya delivers a notable performance as Daali, showing significant growth from his previous roles. Murali Sharma and Pruthvi Ambaar also contribute effectively to their roles. Writer-director Vijay Milton crafts poignant emotional and climax scenes, and the setup for a sequel is handled impressively, leaving a strong impact.
Cons:
The narrative of “Toofan” loses momentum in certain scenes, and the crucial conflict fails to engage effectively. The connection between Vijay Antony’s character and other key roles feels weak, leading to an underwhelming experience. Despite a promising start with an engaging concept, solid action sequences, and a compelling interval episode, the film suffers from a sluggish pace and routine drama. The screenplay includes unnecessary scenes that lack logical coherence, diminishing the overall impact. The character arc for Vijay Antony is inconsistently portrayed, with dips in the character’s trajectory. While Vijay Milton’s direction raises initial expectations, the film falls short due to its snail-paced narration and ineffective character development, making it a less satisfying experience overall.
Technical Aspects:
Writer-director Vijay Milton handles action and emotional scenes effectively, but his story and screenplay fail to engage viewers fully. The film’s music, including the background score and songs, successfully maintains audience interest. Milton enhances the film’s visual appeal with splendid cinematography. However, the editor should have trimmed some slow-paced and unnecessary scenes. Producers Kamal Bohra, D Lalithaa, B Pradeep, and Pankaj Bohra have invested generously, ensuring high production values and not compromising on the budget.
Verdict:
“Toofan” is an emotional action drama where only a few emotions and action sequences stand out. The film suffers from a sluggish screenplay and a lack of engaging elements in the second half, diminishing its overall impact. While it excels in delivering well-designed action scenes, the routine narrative and slow pacing reduce its effectiveness. Manage your expectations if you plan to watch this action drama this weekend.
#Rating: 2.5/5
Director: Vijay Milton
Starring: Thalaivasal Vijay, Pruthvi Ambaar, Murali Sharma, Megha Akash, Sathyaraj, R Sarathkumar, Vijay Antony, and others.
Music Director: Achu Rajamani and Vijay Antony
Cinematographer: Vijay Milton
Editor: KL Praveen
Producers: Kamal Bohra, D Lalithaa, B Pradeep, Pankaj Bohra
