Power Paandi movie review: Dhanush's directorial debut wins you over despite its conventional story

Dhanush's Power Paandi premiered today, here's what movie critics have to say.

By Karthika Raveendran
Published: April 13, 2017 7:13 PM IST

Tamil New Year has begun on an heart warming note, as Dhanush's directorial debut - Power Paandi hits theatres tomorrow. After proving himself as an actor, Dhanush has now taken over the director's chair. This movie is about a stuntmaster who goes on a solo trip to look for his first love. The movie stars Raj Kiran and Revathy in lead roles. The film also stars Dhanush and Madonna in cameo appearances. The music has been composed by Sean Roldan. The film premiered today and reviews of the film have poured in. Check out what critics have to say about Dhanush's Pa Paandi. Power Paandi trailer: Power Paandi trailer: Dhanush’s directorial debut promises to be entertaining and heartfelt Also Read - Pushpa 2 star Allu Arjun to Salaar Prabhas: Inside South Indian actors' lavish and expensive homes [View Pics]

Times of India wrote: In his directorial debut, Dhanush gives us a heartwarming film that, despite its conventional storytelling, packs in a huge emotional wallop. Where he scores the most is in handling this subject in an understated manner befitting his story, letting characters and their emotions take the pride of place, instead of resorting to flashy filmmaking just because this is his first film as a director. As a writer, he strikes a fine balance between the emotional and crowd-pleasing moments. Also Read - Dhanush and estranged wife Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth have no intent to formalize divorce? Here's why

Here's what Hindustan Times has to say: Dhanush, in his directorial debut plays his cards very smartly. Instead of going big in an effort to produce a bang, he goes small with a slice-of-drama of a senior citizen. It’s gutsy of a star of his stature to make a film with an older protagonist and he not only shines in this endeavor but also wins hearts and how. Also Read - Pushpa 2 star Allu Arjun to Salaar Prabhas, South Indian stars who live in the most lavish, expensive homes

Indiaglitz believes the film could have been snipped and made sharper - Velraj’s cinematography is apt for the film while the editing could have been a little better as a few out of focus shots are found here and there in the cuts. Sean Rolden’s songs are pleasing to hear and his background score too passes muster. Dhanush has written a gripping screenplay laden with emotions that connect and he has extracted all-round good performances from his cast. If only he could trim or even do away with the flashback portions this film will be even more satisfying.

Behindwoods believes the film is for everyone - Pa Paandi is packed with some realistic dialogues and emotions that many could relate to. It has something for everyone. Fathers would like it and so would kids. So it’s a film for family audience who might leave the theatre with some degree of satisfaction.

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ByKarthika Raveendran
Published: April 13, 2017 7:13 PM IST