Rajamouli back with a bang
The kingdom of Magizhmathi is again showcased in all its splendour.
This historical fantasy action drama revolves around sibling rivalry and the unconditional love a mother has for her two sons.
It is a visually compelling movie that grabs one’s attention from the opening sequence to the jaw-dropping and emotionally charged adrenaline filled climax.
Prabas and Rana Daggubatti as the rival siblings set the screen ablaze with their good looks and perfectly chiselled bodies that are used to good effect in the hardcore action sequences.
Ramya Krishnan as the iron lady and mother has an amazing screen presence, while seasoned actors Sathyaraj and Nasser showcase their acting talent with aplomb.
Anushka has magical screen presence, while Tamannaah appears in a few frames and is adequate in her cameo role.
International stunt artistes and India’s grand stunt master Peter Hein all gelled together to enthral fans of Hollywood-style stunts.
It is like watching the Indian version of Ben Hur and the Ten Commandments combined.
Rajamouli’s taut screenplay is plausible and set director Sabu Cyril should receive critical acclaim for the impressive set design.
Senthil Kumar proves yet again why he is the master cinematographer with a keen eye for the innovative use of his camera and lighting techniques.
Baahubali 2 has beautiful music and soul-rending songs, kudos to music director Maragathamani.
This is India’s most expensive movie to date and is on its way to making box-office history by becoming the most successful movie in the history of Indian cinema.
Baahubali 2 is showing at CineCentre SunCoast. – MICHAEL LACHIMIAH