Movie being marketed as a mass comercial movie ,I just couldn't grasp the feeling of no punch in the movie. What I'm trying to say is that the feel a mass movie gives is missing here. Director is a well known movie creator who have given so many good movies which are some of my all time favourite, he have evolved really good with his direction to match the new era of movies. The script is so lackluster and the end just feels like rushed and not worked for. At the end the movie fails to be what it's marketed as but giving 5 stars for the director and the action scenes which are over the top but we'll executed. One time watch with plenty of snooze time .
67 Reviews
Average Flick.... Nothing great
joppanLive5 August 2022
To be frank, first half was engaging and second half is ok. But in totality, the movie fell flat short and couldn't give the satisfaction we expect from mass action movie like it. 'Kaduva' lacks the much needed depth in its script. The BGM was below average and songs were very ordinary making it another mediocre movie with nothing great to watch. The action is a big let down, and after some point, it gets pretty repetitive with no freshness.
I watched after kuruvachan and george sir narration on real events
truehistorian-964839 July 2022
Its easy to criticize but after having good expectation listing to kuruvacham and officer george sir prior on television, it should be concluded that the script is below par. The script lacks depth, dissapointed as i went with high expectation.
An out-and-out Prithviraj Sukumaran mass in a traditional hero vs villain revenge drama.
SAMTHEBESTEST28 August 2022
Kaduva (2022) :
Brief Review -
An out-and-out Prithviraj Sukumaran mass in a traditional hero vs villain revenge drama. After a massy cameo in "Lucifer" (2019) and a full-fledged massy role in "Ayyappanum Koshiyum" (2020), Prithviraj is back in a heroic mass-action film, and it's a pleasure to see him as a true film-hero type protagonist who doesn't care about anything. Kaduva is a no-stress film and it doesn't have any B-grade or crap theories like most of the typical masala films from the South have. I liked that thing because after the first 15 minutes I was expecting it to be a complete mass-action entertainer, but I was hoping that it wouldn't follow those senseless narrative styles. I knew the limits, so I wasn't even expecting it to be intellectual like Ayyappanum Koshiyum. That mix bag was something I was looking for, and Kaduva has managed to go close to that level, if not surpassed. The film is set in the late 90s, revolving around the life of a young high-range rubber planter, Kuriyachan, from Mundakayam, and his rivalry with a high-ranking officer, Joseph Chandy, in the Kerala Police. There are two side villains too, but I won't reveal anything more here. The screenplay is a bit longer than necessary, and the songs make it lengthy. Thankfully, you have a fast forward button while watching the film on TV/Laptop/Mobile so those dragged moments can be skipped, which was not possible in theatre viewing. Prithviraj Sukumaran allows himself to be as rowdy as he could go with a perfect swag level. Vivek Oberoi makes a good villain, but it could have been better. The action is entertaining but a little old-fashioned. Shaji Kailas uses the supporting characters very well, with the proper humanly massy elements to keep you hooked on the story. Kaduva could've been a classy film, but it never wanted to do so. Hence, it makes a nice one-time-watch action flick.
RATING - 6/10*
By - #samthebestest.
An out-and-out Prithviraj Sukumaran mass in a traditional hero vs villain revenge drama. After a massy cameo in "Lucifer" (2019) and a full-fledged massy role in "Ayyappanum Koshiyum" (2020), Prithviraj is back in a heroic mass-action film, and it's a pleasure to see him as a true film-hero type protagonist who doesn't care about anything. Kaduva is a no-stress film and it doesn't have any B-grade or crap theories like most of the typical masala films from the South have. I liked that thing because after the first 15 minutes I was expecting it to be a complete mass-action entertainer, but I was hoping that it wouldn't follow those senseless narrative styles. I knew the limits, so I wasn't even expecting it to be intellectual like Ayyappanum Koshiyum. That mix bag was something I was looking for, and Kaduva has managed to go close to that level, if not surpassed. The film is set in the late 90s, revolving around the life of a young high-range rubber planter, Kuriyachan, from Mundakayam, and his rivalry with a high-ranking officer, Joseph Chandy, in the Kerala Police. There are two side villains too, but I won't reveal anything more here. The screenplay is a bit longer than necessary, and the songs make it lengthy. Thankfully, you have a fast forward button while watching the film on TV/Laptop/Mobile so those dragged moments can be skipped, which was not possible in theatre viewing. Prithviraj Sukumaran allows himself to be as rowdy as he could go with a perfect swag level. Vivek Oberoi makes a good villain, but it could have been better. The action is entertaining but a little old-fashioned. Shaji Kailas uses the supporting characters very well, with the proper humanly massy elements to keep you hooked on the story. Kaduva could've been a classy film, but it never wanted to do so. Hence, it makes a nice one-time-watch action flick.
RATING - 6/10*
By - #samthebestest.
WORST Malayalam movie I watched in recent time. PERIOD.
jjoseny9 July 2022
WORST Malayalam movie I watched in recent time. PERIOD.
****Malayalam movie watchers stay out of this movie.
In personal opinion suicide is better than watching this movie*********
- Prithviraj career graph going deep in the negative range. He is going out of business in Malayalam movie like Nivin Poly.
- Shaji Kailas don't dream about another movie direction. You are retired.
****Malayalam movie watchers stay out of this movie.
In personal opinion suicide is better than watching this movie*********
Nothing fresh, Still some mass punch for the industry
ksharath19996 September 2022
Kaduva is yet another generic mass movie from mollywood that relies heavily on Prithviraj's mass character. The whole movie experience depends upon how the viewer percieves his performance. It was an okayish watch for me due to the good opening fight sequence and the other fight sequences here and there. Prithviraj 's performance felt ok for me while Vivek Oberoe's class style villain performance impresses much more. The film was ok due to factors such as an ensemble cast, rich frames and neat execution of sequences. The surprise asylum sequence was infact better than the whole flick. Plot twist was a bit predictable still serves its purpose.
Lens flare is the worst thing in the whole movie and is really irritating at times. The weak plot which got worse due to the censoring of the controversial dialogue causes the lose of the whole point of the rivalry. Misuse of BGM and misplacing them adds to the headaches of the film.
Still in the end, an okayish watchable action entertainer
Rating:61/100.
Lens flare is the worst thing in the whole movie and is really irritating at times. The weak plot which got worse due to the censoring of the controversial dialogue causes the lose of the whole point of the rivalry. Misuse of BGM and misplacing them adds to the headaches of the film.
Still in the end, an okayish watchable action entertainer
Rating:61/100.
Poor in script
arunasshokk8 July 2022
The film starts and ends in the middle of nowhere, extracting a slice of Kuriachan's life. You do get to taste a bit of nostalgia in seeing land phones, Doordarshan's intro theme and a single television reporter in front of the CM. But the rest of the film is just a nicely edited long and unexciting script.
Pakka mass
nishasuperboy7 July 2022
The film has no great plot, twists, or logic, then why are we even watching this?
Well, this is an out-and-out commercial mass a film that stood completely true to its genre with barely any dull moments. Those who love watching popcorn flicks like this are gonna have a lot of fun because this film is filled with kickass moments which will take you back to the 90s. Personally I felt it was bang for the buck. Only drawbacks I found were some songs and a few underutilized characters, especially the protagonist but apart from that this is a kind of film that you wanna go with family or friends and enjoy at the cinema.
I felt whatever was promised by the makers was fulfilled.
Well, this is an out-and-out commercial mass a film that stood completely true to its genre with barely any dull moments. Those who love watching popcorn flicks like this are gonna have a lot of fun because this film is filled with kickass moments which will take you back to the 90s. Personally I felt it was bang for the buck. Only drawbacks I found were some songs and a few underutilized characters, especially the protagonist but apart from that this is a kind of film that you wanna go with family or friends and enjoy at the cinema.
I felt whatever was promised by the makers was fulfilled.
Generic Generic Generic
rahulmani4511 July 2022
This is a just a formulaic mass masala from Shaji Kailas, first half was even more engaging considering the mess they created on the second half,. Lack of comedy is a also a big minus for the movie.
The heart of a good mass masala entertainer is making the audience feel the adrenaline rush which was clearly lacking , even the fans went quiet after the initial action block.
Expected much from the actor , and even though Shaji Kailas was in a bad form , really expected a come back from him.
The heart of a good mass masala entertainer is making the audience feel the adrenaline rush which was clearly lacking , even the fans went quiet after the initial action block.
Expected much from the actor , and even though Shaji Kailas was in a bad form , really expected a come back from him.
So Horrible.. left movie house halfway !
yedu-2592410 July 2022
Shaji Kailas, why ??
I have to storm out of movie theatre half way.. wasted time and money. I wish there could be negative reviews.. so horrible !!
I don't understand why would A listers produce and spend big money take the audience on an ego trip about themselves on big screen, godamn it.. let them spend it, they have some to waste.. but not me can't stand such cheap narcissism ! Although they say it's the movie character.. c'mon, you know how it works here in India !!
Horrible.. Horrible and Horrible !!
Never to theatres for any Prithviraj movies.. !!
I have to storm out of movie theatre half way.. wasted time and money. I wish there could be negative reviews.. so horrible !!
I don't understand why would A listers produce and spend big money take the audience on an ego trip about themselves on big screen, godamn it.. let them spend it, they have some to waste.. but not me can't stand such cheap narcissism ! Although they say it's the movie character.. c'mon, you know how it works here in India !!
Horrible.. Horrible and Horrible !!
Never to theatres for any Prithviraj movies.. !!
A Mass Feast
joyalbrightt7 July 2022
The director ShajiKailas who created many iconic mass films and heroes is back in style !!
The Missing element in Malayalam cinema , Taste of pure action entertainer Prithviraj DELIVERS WITH SWAG ! Excellently choreographed actions with goose bumping Background score by jakes story.
Guys please... don't go to this cinema to meet your realistic and logical satisfaction ,you wont find it ! Enough story is there, character development is nice; especially the ego clash between the lead actors and cinematography by is impressive .
This one is to enjoy the mass stylish action entertainer in big screen .the spark of ShajiKalias is still there and will be there !!!!!
My rating 8.8.
The Missing element in Malayalam cinema , Taste of pure action entertainer Prithviraj DELIVERS WITH SWAG ! Excellently choreographed actions with goose bumping Background score by jakes story.
Guys please... don't go to this cinema to meet your realistic and logical satisfaction ,you wont find it ! Enough story is there, character development is nice; especially the ego clash between the lead actors and cinematography by is impressive .
This one is to enjoy the mass stylish action entertainer in big screen .the spark of ShajiKalias is still there and will be there !!!!!
My rating 8.8.
Not so Bad
rishalzacs18 July 2022
Well same old cliche story bt its watchable too. The main thing there is no lag in movie bt still a one time watchable only. Those who like mass commercial movies can watch this. Those who expect something new this movie will be a disappointment for you.
Big Mistake
arjunravi-475138 July 2022
Shaji passed this one
m-ramanan28 January 2023
RATED 7/10
Language: Malayalam
Source: Amazon prime
I liked this one quite well as mass entertainer. The first half of movie was quite fun and has lot of mass moments to enjoy. The second half is bit serious and completed with satisfied ending.
The movie start as simple feud, when it was simple the movie pace was quite good. When it becomes state level affair the pace starts to loose. But still this once managed to deliver what it was promised.
Tune your expectations for Shaji Kailas's mass and you will like this one. Good comeback movie for him. Forget the flaws, this one will be enjoyable light watch for the weekend.
I liked this one quite well as mass entertainer. The first half of movie was quite fun and has lot of mass moments to enjoy. The second half is bit serious and completed with satisfied ending.
The movie start as simple feud, when it was simple the movie pace was quite good. When it becomes state level affair the pace starts to loose. But still this once managed to deliver what it was promised.
Tune your expectations for Shaji Kailas's mass and you will like this one. Good comeback movie for him. Forget the flaws, this one will be enjoyable light watch for the weekend.
Only because of Prithiviraj
naveenarashana11 September 2022
I am telugu guy but a big fan of prithivraj , this seems to be cheaper version of ayyappannum koshiyam ...story not convincing for the clash.
Also Malayalee cinema stay away from bollywood , vivek oberioi is out of cast - compare it with Bijoy Menon of AK .. Any other Malayalee actor would have added more intense to this dram rather that Vivek Oberoi.
Please use local state talent and actors who are much smarter and natural actors and suit the cinema , bollywood actors look out of place when casted in south movies , i know the commercial element in having them dubbed so that north audience can relate few actors but i guess its better to stick with the local cinema talent , we have better actors than them.
Also Malayalee cinema stay away from bollywood , vivek oberioi is out of cast - compare it with Bijoy Menon of AK .. Any other Malayalee actor would have added more intense to this dram rather that Vivek Oberoi.
Please use local state talent and actors who are much smarter and natural actors and suit the cinema , bollywood actors look out of place when casted in south movies , i know the commercial element in having them dubbed so that north audience can relate few actors but i guess its better to stick with the local cinema talent , we have better actors than them.
Almost similar to Iyappanum Koshiyum
crravikiran9 August 2022
Failed attempt by rayappan to be mass like mohanlal
MatthewKay00717 July 2022
Warning: Spoilers
I still don't know why this movie is seen as a big hit when half of the audience fell asleep. Prithviraj is just a businessman now.
How is it acceptable to portray that a child with Down syndrome or other mental disabilities is the result of all the sins by the parents in their past ? How did they miss this immoral act when writing the script, shooting, dubbing, and editing. And a fake press meeting to show that it was a mistake? Just absolute trash.
Couldn't stand the fake Kottayam accent and fake family dynamics. A bad movie overall. A good PR team tbh.
How is it acceptable to portray that a child with Down syndrome or other mental disabilities is the result of all the sins by the parents in their past ? How did they miss this immoral act when writing the script, shooting, dubbing, and editing. And a fake press meeting to show that it was a mistake? Just absolute trash.
Couldn't stand the fake Kottayam accent and fake family dynamics. A bad movie overall. A good PR team tbh.
Mass Action Extravaganza 🔥
saivivek-902778 July 2022
A perfect tribute from Prithviraj,Shaji Kailas & Team to their Mass Action Fan's across the world.
Awesome Action, Dialogue's & BGM.
Entertainment from beginning till the end,No boring period.
Song's & Theme song's were good...
Awesome Action, Dialogue's & BGM.
Entertainment from beginning till the end,No boring period.
Song's & Theme song's were good...
Mass masala movie with not even a decent story
amlinprinson24 August 2022
Absolute trash
mallukundan7 July 2022
Old and spoiled wine, turned out to be a smelly vinegar which is packed nicely within a bottle of advertisements and promotions thats what this movie is. Really disappointing screenplay, very old fashioned dialogues, mesogynistc lead character. Never ever take your family to this movie. The director seems to be still living in 90's and is an absolute dumb about the level to which Malayalam filim industry has reached.
Mass Action Delivery from Allrounder Prithviraj and from Ace Filmaker Shaji Kailas
skmenon19938 July 2022
Kaduva ( Tiger) starring Prithviraj Sukumaran in lead role... Also starring Vivek Oberoi, Samyukta Menon.
Directed by Shaji Kailas...
Kaduva in summary...." A kickass mass masala movie"
An another hit in Prithviraj Filmography....
Plot of the Movie:
Prthviraj is a well known businessmen. Once he had a rift with the IG of law and order played by Vivek Oberoi and how Prthviraj personal and business life changes and how he bounces back forms the rest part of the movie....
If going by logics, don't watch it on big screen as it delivers complete entertainment....
We might have seen this story version in many malayalam action masala movies but how its being executed differently, thats what matters and here writer Jinu Abhrabham had beautifully penned it....
After a sabbatical of 6 years action entertainer film maker Shaji Kailas is back and from this, there is no doubt he is still the uncrowned action filmaker king.... The shots, the visuals that he conceives always always entertains the audience and here he delivered Kaduva with the same spirit...
Abhinandan Ramanujan cinematography was excellent....
Jakes Bejoy BGM was impactful but somewhere the music reminds of other south & action movies & his song direction was above average...
Samyukta performance was good...She infact didn't let the audience to feel that a heroine was irrelevant in such kind of a movie..
After Lucifer, Vivek Oberoi again back as a badass but nothing different was seen from his experience as what we saw in Lucifer same being observed here but with a little extra badass act..
Prthviraj , the mane.... Classss.. Although the character name had a weightage which for a Prthviraj will be heavy to carry but when it comes to performance, he just nullified it.... After a long time Prthviraj back to action and now after Mohnalal, Mammootty, Suresh Gopi, in Malayalam one who folds the dhoti, curl the moustache and delivers kick-ass performance it's only and only Prthviraj.... Ente ponno
Overall a mass masala entertainer action movie which need to be watched over a big screen...
Directed by Shaji Kailas...
Kaduva in summary...." A kickass mass masala movie"
An another hit in Prithviraj Filmography....
Plot of the Movie:
Prthviraj is a well known businessmen. Once he had a rift with the IG of law and order played by Vivek Oberoi and how Prthviraj personal and business life changes and how he bounces back forms the rest part of the movie....
If going by logics, don't watch it on big screen as it delivers complete entertainment....
We might have seen this story version in many malayalam action masala movies but how its being executed differently, thats what matters and here writer Jinu Abhrabham had beautifully penned it....
After a sabbatical of 6 years action entertainer film maker Shaji Kailas is back and from this, there is no doubt he is still the uncrowned action filmaker king.... The shots, the visuals that he conceives always always entertains the audience and here he delivered Kaduva with the same spirit...
Abhinandan Ramanujan cinematography was excellent....
Jakes Bejoy BGM was impactful but somewhere the music reminds of other south & action movies & his song direction was above average...
Samyukta performance was good...She infact didn't let the audience to feel that a heroine was irrelevant in such kind of a movie..
After Lucifer, Vivek Oberoi again back as a badass but nothing different was seen from his experience as what we saw in Lucifer same being observed here but with a little extra badass act..
Prthviraj , the mane.... Classss.. Although the character name had a weightage which for a Prthviraj will be heavy to carry but when it comes to performance, he just nullified it.... After a long time Prthviraj back to action and now after Mohnalal, Mammootty, Suresh Gopi, in Malayalam one who folds the dhoti, curl the moustache and delivers kick-ass performance it's only and only Prthviraj.... Ente ponno
Overall a mass masala entertainer action movie which need to be watched over a big screen...
watchable for you
deepudp13 July 2022
Despite the tried and tested template for umpteen times, the story here never bores you. The plot and the stunt scenes keep you glued to the screen through the entire length of the movie.
Obviously, you wont be disappointed if you are watching it on a big screen.
Obviously, you wont be disappointed if you are watching it on a big screen.
Worst Experience
luvubims15 July 2022
How come a director like Mr. Shaji does this type of movie. So pathetic. Weak Script and story. Why Mr. Prithvi act in this worst movie. Our superstars are not selective nowadays. They are just before money. They have to understand that they are losing credibility and value by acting movies like this.
Not worth the hype
rajnnair8 August 2022
The movie is meant for the gallery, with stylised action and fiery dialogues.
The story does not keep you engaged and you loose your patience by the end of it.
Prithviraj is the only reason that you will watch it till the end. However its no where near some of the amazing movies that he has done offlate.
None of the other cast have anything to do though.
The story does not keep you engaged and you loose your patience by the end of it.
Prithviraj is the only reason that you will watch it till the end. However its no where near some of the amazing movies that he has done offlate.
None of the other cast have anything to do though.
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