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Lokesh Kanagaraj’s debut DC praised, Anirudh’s score hailed
Lokesh Kanagaraj makes his acting debut in DC, Arun Matheswaran's violent retelling of Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's Devdas. The film follows gangster Devadas (Kanagaraj), bar singer Parvathy (Sanjana Krishnamoorthy) and exploited prostitute Chandra…
The Story in Brief
Lokesh Kanagaraj makes his acting debut in DC, Arun Matheswaran's violent retelling of Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's Devdas. The film follows gangster Devadas (Kanagaraj), bar singer Parvathy (Sanjana Krishnamoorthy) and exploited prostitute Chandra (Wamiqa Gabbi). Hindustan Times gives it 3.5 stars, calling it a 'beautifully brutal tale'. Odisha TV says it 'packs a punch' and praises Kanagaraj's confident performance.
Both reviews highlight Anirudh Ravichander's background score as the standout element, blending Afro, country-western, Hindustani and Carnatic influences. Critics note the story is familiar but executed with unpredictable violence and tender moments. The film releases amid high expectations for Kanagaraj, already known as a director of hits like Kaithi and Vikram.
The Indian Opinion
The temptation to hail Lokesh Kanagaraj's acting debut as a triumph overlooks that the film's real muscle is Anirudh Ravichander's score. Reviews call the story familiar but effective, with Wamiqa Gabbi providing the emotional core. The test will be whether audiences, tired of gangster dramas, find this reimagined Devdas distinct enough to draw crowds.
Sources (2): hindustantimes.com, odishatv.in
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Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources.
