Oru Kanniyum Moonu Kalavaanikalum

Oru Kanniyum Moonu Kalavaanikalum, a 2014 Tamil-language romantic comedy thriller from India, presented an innovative plot to the audience. It was written and directed by Chimbu Deven, a director known for coming up with unique film concepts. The young and talented Arulnithi played the leading role, with Bindu Madhavi and Ashrita Shetty as female leads.

The film offers a compelling blend of fantasy, science fiction, romance, comedy, and thriller. It explores the themes like the mystery of fate and destiny, time, chance, and choices that humans make. The film utilizes time as one of the critical elements in its plot. It offers a fresh and exciting story that keeps you glued to your seats in anticipation and excitement.

The storyline orbits around Tamil (played by Arulnithi), who is portrayed as a happy-go-lucky guy. He lives with his friends, Isaki (Bagavathi Perumal) and Ponram (Karunakaran) in a suburban locality of Chennai. Tamil is in love with Hema (Bindu Madhavi), who also loves him back, despite her parents disapproving of their relationship due to Tamil’s lack of a steady job. The intriguing part begins when Tamil, Isaki, and Ponram stumble upon a unique wristwatch that has the extraordinary ability to travel back in time.

Oru Kanniyum Moonu Kalavaanikalum takes the audience on a ride to the past. There is a refreshing lack of predictability – a rare feature in the cinema. It's exciting to watch how the protagonists deal with new situations and problems that occur as a result of meditating with time. The creativity involved in handling the concept, the twists, and the execution is bound to bring a pleasant surprise to the viewers.

Bindu Madhavi gives a neat performance as Hema, displaying a girl who is sweet, simple, and someone who values life as it comes, a contrast to Tamil who toys with the possibilities of time. Ashrita Shetty is equally professional in her role as Malarvili, bringing depth and authenticity to her character.

Arulnithi’s performance as Tamil is commendable. Effortless in his acting, Arulnithi truly shines as a versatile actor. His portrayal of the easy-going Tamil caught up with the unusual circumstance was convincing and amusing. Bagavathi Perumal and Karunakaran, who played Tamil's friends, were hilarious throughout and provided the much-needed comic relief to the otherwise intense plot.

Director Chimbu Deven should be praised for seamlessly blending the elements of fantasy into realistic settings and maintaining impeccable situational humor throughout. His unique storytelling ability is highlighted in this film. He allows the audience to indulge in three different scenarios that are guided by the concept of time travel.

Santhosh Dhayanidhi's soundtrack complements the film well, featuring a mix of melodious and peppy songs that fit perfectly with the narrative's mood. His background score, especially during the tense moments, adds to the excitement of the film.

The cinematography by S.R.Kathir gives the film a sleek look, while his lively capture of nighttime shots accentuates the narrative. He has done a fantastic job of capturing Chennai's everyday life with a magical realism perspective, which perfectly aligns with the film’s theme.

In the production design department, M.G. Murugan deserves applause for his detailed work, which added depth to the narrative. His work brings to life the various scenarios depicted in the film. The editing by Raja Mohammed is seamless and crisp, maintaining the film's pace and accentuating its thrill factor.

Oru Kanniyum Moonu Kalavaanikalum is a delightful amalgamation of genres with an innovative storyline. It questions notions of fate, destiny, and the ability to control one's future. The script's inventiveness, combined with the cast's stellar performance, makes this film a must-watch for anyone interested in creative cinema.