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Kaala and Pa Ranjith the artist
In this article I argue that Pa Ranjith’s filmography is never lacking in form, even if such complaints abound.
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Chennai 28 II Innings — the post-Pa.Ranjith Venkat Prabhu
You cannot simply ignore the sequel of a film that was so close to you that you knew each dialogue by heart. You do not simply shun the sequel of a film that depicted an essential part of your childhood on-screen.
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Kabali – Second Innings
I liked Kabali better the second time. Several scenes which felt odd and choppy the first time, felt a lot more coherent the second time around.
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Watching Kabali at Golden Mile Singapore
As I sat in the 1000-seats capacity Golden Mile theatre in Singapore on the midnight of 21st July, there were mixed feelings.