A well-picked story that is proven to work with the masses, ‘Amaran’ takes a different route in many aspects from focussing on a personal point of view rather than just glorifying the heroic status of an army officer. Written and directed by Rajkumar Periasamy, depicts the side of an army officer’s life in a different light with the goal of justifying the widely known real life story of Major Mukund Varadarajan.
‘Amaran’ movie Plot
A biographical action drama that tells the tale of Major Mukund Varadarajan, an officer of the 44th Battalion of the Rashtriya Rifles who was killed in action, fighting a terrorist group in Shopian, Kashmir. His personal life from his college days to being a Major in the Indian army sets the tracks for the story to progress.
‘Amaran’ review
‘Amaran’ starring Sivakarthikeyan and Sai Pallavi is seamless in welcoming the viewers into the world of these two young college students whose love story is not exaggerated but reflects a humble and mature progress even in times of hurdles.
Rajkumar Periasamy follows the chronological life of Mukund Varadarajan adds some vital characters who are the souls of the story with Sai Pallavi playing Mukund Varadarajan’s wife Indhu Rebecca Varghese and Mukund’s mother Geetha played by Geetha Kailasam. A determined youngster who is keen on joining the armed forces, Sivakarthikeyan distinguishes the characteristics of a boy next door and a skillful army officer.
Mukund Varadarajan and Indhu Rebecca Varghese love story that blossoms into their marriage is written realistically with Indhu’s parents standing against her marrying someone who is risking his life by serving the country and the subsequent mature conversations are realistic and not stuffed for the sake of the plot.
Any director who is delivering a military action drama has been keen on giving us the adrenaline high, action packed war plot that has an underlined sub plot of romance or familial emotions to trigger a sublime sentiment from the audience. Rajkumar Periasamy with ‘Amaran’ has chosen to direct a story that is more vulnerable and emotional and has a sufficient amount of action and thrill.
Sivakarthikeyan has certainly worked off physically as the variations that are shown in the three phases of Mukund Varadarajan’s life is impressive, especially paying off in the second half where he pulls off a convincing performance as a skilled Major whose strength lies not just physically but mindfully too. An actor who has given the audience a wide range of emotions from funny, commercial hero to now in a much serious and mature character, Sivakarthikeyan’s preparation for the solid role deceives even in light hearted college scenes.
Mukund Varadarajan’s stealth hits hard while it is Sai Pallavi’s portrayal of Indhu Rebecca Varghese that is drastic and subtle progression from a innocent, giddy college girl who falls in love with a boy with dreams to a strong woman who is vulnerable and iron hearted wife of a army officer whose longing and yearning is shown with conviction. Her character although seems unremarkable in a army story with high action is the very essence of the movie with Sai Pallavi putting her all in scenes of reuniting with her husband after months and managing the emotional turmoil it takes in wishing for the safety of her beloved.
The majestic action sequences showcasing the brotherhood in the army to moments of affection between Mukund and Indhu, the story is beautiful yet bittersweet as the audience are already in the know of the heroic tragedy of Mukund Varadarajan, jabbing an imaginary knife provoking a unearthed sorrow.
The nail biting army scenes are convincing with Sivakarthikeyan’s hard work paying off. Kudos to the supporting actors who also deliver a great performance like Bhuvan Arora and Rahul Bose keeping the narrative on point. Not just the actors in uniform but actress Geetha Kailasam playing the role of Mukund Varadarajan’s mother provides the few comedic gags with her candid jabs.
‘Amaran’ is elevated perfectly under the musical spell of GV Prakash whose songs and Background score is woven comfortably into the plot. CH Sai’s cinematography captures the essence while R. Kalaivanan has done a great job in maintaining a pace with his editing savvy.
‘Amaran’ is a worthy watch that is a bittersweet ode to the epic heroism of Major Mukund Varadarajan and every other army officer. An emotional and dramatic story that will leave you in tears despite the disadvantage of a known climax.
