Eega

Undoubtedly one of the most awaited movies of 2012, Rajamouli's Eega has had nothing but positive buzz surrounding it (no pun intended!). Rajamouli has had an astonishing 100% success rate so far. He has teamed up with Nani, who is riding high as well as Samantha who also has a very tollywood innings. "Kiccha" Sudeep, a very popular Kannada actor makes his debut as a villain with Eega. Here's my review. 

Film: Eega
Cast: Nani, Samantha, Sudeep
Music: M.M. Keeravani
Director: S.S. Rajamouli
Producer: Sai
Release Date: July 6th, 2012
My Rating: 3.75/5


What's It About: 

Nani (Nani) loves Bindu who loves him back but does not reveal her feelings to him. Sudeep (Sudeep) chances upon Bindu while she requests some donation for her goodwill cause. Sudeep is shown to be a womanizer who kills his own wife for money. When Bindu does not fall for his charms, Sudeep kills Nani out of jealousy. Nani's soul enters a housefly (eega) and remembers his death caused by Sudeep. He is out to kill him and take revenge. How does Nani in the form of Eega kill Sudeep? Will Bindu ever find out about his re-incarnation? What happens next forms the rest of the story.

Artist Performances: 

First of all the star of the movie is Eega. Everyone else comes second. Nani has a cameo in this movie and he completely owns his character. I was wishing for some more screen time for him. Samantha is adequately cast and her chemistry with Nani is very good. Looking forward to their pairing in Yeto vellipoyindi Manasu. Kiccha Sudeep is marvelous as the villain and it looks like he dubbed for himself which adds to his characterization.The supporting actors were well cast especially Shekhar (The guy who plays Prabhas' friend in Chatrapathi) as Tandra.

This & That: 

Rajamouli is brave enough to reveal the story line of all oh his movies before they release, this one is no exception. Despite that fact, the movie needs to be watched to see the magic unfold in front of your eyes.The scenes where Nani reveals  that he is Eega to Bindu and how she helps him out in her own way are unique and well thought of. Special effects are on par with hollywood standards which elevates the movie on many levels. The background music by Keeravani adds tempo to the film. The logical explanation of the problems that Eega faces and how it overcomes it by using brains and Bindu's help have been nicely explained. The scenes where Sudeep is traumatized by Eega and his behavior in his client meetings are hilarious. The interval bang is solid and the climax is more solid.  The title song's picturization is a masterpiece. Rajamouli has been developing a knack for making his end titles song worth remembrance, the remixed track in this one too, does not disappoint. Nani should be commended for taking up this cameo, it will only elevate his position. Rajamouli should be given all the credit for taking a hollywood style animation movie and blending it with commercial elements and Indian nativity to suit the audience. I am sure that he will not be disappointed with the outcome. 

Did I Enjoy It?
Absolutely, I was rooting for Eega all the way!


The Final Word:
This "Eega"rly awaited movie is going to create a "buzz" at the box office!