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Directed by Aishwarya Rajinikanth, the daughter of superstar Rajinikanth, Lal Salaam stars Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth in lead roles, with Rajinikanth appearing in a supporting role. Despite its impressive Pedigree, the film faced challenges at the box office following its theatrical release on February 9, 2024. The film’s OTT release date has been finalized. Keep reading to know more!
Lal Salaam explores themes of social equity, political activism, and the common man’s struggle against institutionalised oppression. Despite its socially relevant plot, strong cast, and A.R. Rahman’s music, the film ultimately fell short and failed to leave a lasting impact. It centres on the conflict between Thirunaavukkarasu (Vishnu Vishal) and Shamsuddin (Vikranth), which is manipulated for political purposes. However, the movie faces challenges in effectively conveying its message due to a disjointed script, forceful dialogue, fragmented storytelling, and melodrama, resulting in an unsatisfying experience for viewers.
Aishwarya Rajinikanth‘s direction introduces inconsistencies, with abrupt scene transitions and excessive melodrama disrupting the narrative flow, while the unnecessary use of narrations further hampers coherence. Similarly, although technically sound, A.R. Rahman’s music overwhelms rather than complements the emotional depth of the storyline.
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