Vaazha Review: Anand Menen’s film is an impressive portrayal of the struggles and aspirations of boyhood

3.5/5

Vaazha Story: Five friends - Ajo, Vishnu, Moosa, Kalaam and Vivek - are often labelled losers and troublemakers by their parents and those around them. When they reach adulthood, they encounter tremendous social pressure, which ultimately sets them on an emotional path of accepting oneself and self-discovery.

Vaazha Review: Vaazha, directed by Anand Menen, is a must-see because of its skillful portrayal of a "Biopic of a Billion Boys." In addition to having its own poignant moments that appeal to viewers, the film satisfies all the entertaining aspects it promised prior to release, thanks to the direction of the young filmmaker and Vipin Das' screenplay.

Ajo, Vishnu, Moosa, Kalaam and Vivek, who have been best friends since their school days, are constantly deemed as losers and troublemakers. Though their parents keep trying ways to keep them away from each other, their friendship grows and keeps them close to each other. The pressures of society and family become more and more serious as they grow older, and things for them become extremely challenging.

The central theme of the movie is how the five embark on an emotional process of self-discovery and a better grasp of their loved ones. The first part of the story revolves around the aimless lives of these five people; the second part, however, takes a sentimental turn by highlighting their parents as well.

The main characters' lives are convincingly portrayed by the filmmakers without going too far with dramatic elements, and they have done a fantastic job of it. Vaazha excels at relatability because every character is adeptly placed to deal with their own problems. Another element that will undoubtedly keep the audience amused is the humour, which is primarily situational. The script by Vipin Das deftly examines friendship in the best way possible, taking care to address both the emotional and practical problems that men face.

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The filmmakers' efforts to examine distinct parent-child relationships are also noteworthy and should be applauded for providing the film with a sufficient number of poignant moments. It takes them very little time to tell the story and there are never any drab moments for the audience.

The film's casting seems ideal in every way, with each character getting enough screen time and a meaningful role to contribute to the story. The performances of Azees Nedumangad, Jagadish, Kottayam Nazeer, Noby Marcose, and all the young actors in this movie are intriguing. Vaazha's entertaining factor is further amplified by the music, making it more appealing to younger audiences.

Vaazha has certain predictable elements and some minor flaws of its own, but these do not take away from its allure. A few of the subjects covered in the exploration of father-son relationships may also seem familiar to the audience.

Vaazha Verdict: Given the compelling plot and performances by all of the actors, Anand Menen's Vaazha is sure to surpass one's expectations.

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