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INGA ENNA SOLLUDHU MOVIE REVIEW
Release Date : Jan 30,2014
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Inga Enna Solludhu (aka) Inga Enna Solludhu review
Review by : Behindwoods Review Board
CAST AND CREW
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Production: VTV Ganesh
Cast: Meera Jasmine, Santhanam, VTV Ganesh
Direction: Vincent Selva
Screenplay: Vincent Selva
Story: Vincent Selva
Music: Dharan
Background score: Dharan
Cinematography: R D Rajasekhar
Dialogues: Vincent Selva
Editing: Antony
Art direction: Rajeevan
Singers: Kalyani Menon, Naresh Iyer, NSK Ramya, Psycho Unit, STR, VTV Ganesh
Lyrics: Lallu, Psycho Unit (Malaysia), STR, Traditional, VTV Ganesh
PRO: Suresh Chandra
Distribution: Sun Pictures

Having enjoyed his share of bright seasons in the industry, director Vincent Selva offers yet another product from his stable in the name of Inga Enna Solludhu. But by the end of the film one wonders if Vincent Selva had handed over the reins entirely to VTV Ganesh who’s been credited for story, screenplay and dialogues.

VTV Ganesh’s voice in the background welcomes us with an announcement saying that this film is based on his life, admittedly with some liberal tweaks for the sake of the screen. But as the story begins to unravel, rather slowly, these snippets from Ganesh’s life play out to be far from captivating or entertaining.

The first half is as aimless as Ganesh’s character, and plays out just as a collection of scenes which find little support in the form of writing or performances. The first half also introduces us to the extended cameos from the big stars Simbu and Santhanam. Santhanam tries to balance his character between philosophy and humor but fails to make an impact with either. Simbu turns on his charm and his synergy with VTV Ganesh is the best in the entire film. Andrea, KS Ravikumar, Mayilsamy, Editor Anthony, singer Ujjaini and art director Rajeevan are the other famous names to look out for on screen.

Meera Jasmine returns to Tamil cinema with a character that lacks any elaboration. Some of the key decisions she takes aren't justified well, which leaves a gaping hole in the script. But in the second half, where her character demands a display of maturity and solidarity, Meera does a fitting job.

Even though the series of unfortunate events continue to plague Ganesh’s life in the second half, the seriousness is magnified when his married life is jeopardized by his foolhardiness. This is when the film suddenly assumes the personality of a drama.

Despite having the able hands of editor Anthony, this 2 hour film feels longer than it should while DOP Rajashekar gets creative with his camerawork wherever possible, especially with his close up shots which suit the drama. Dharan’s songs are enjoyable as a standalone entity but in the film they turn out to be excess baggage for an already sluggish screenplay.

But even in the worst situations Ganesh leads himself into, he never makes room for self-pity and that can be seen as a silver lining to his character. But in the end, what started as a Semi-Biopic soon turns into something of a tribute to his better half.
Verdict: Poor writing lets down Inga Enna Solluthu
1.5
( 1.5 / 5.0 )

 

[Satvijay]

Rediff reviews the same.. total waste of time

VTV Ganesh’s Inga Enna Solludhu is a total waste of time, write S Saraswathi.

Inga enna solludhu..?.. jessie jessie solludha?” This famous line from the film Vinnaithandi Varuvaaya made VTV Ganesh and his distinctive voice very popular. Now a part of this very same dialogue is the title of his latest film.

Ganesh has not only written the story, screenplay and dialogue for the film, but has also played the male lead and produced the film himself.

The very talented Meera Jasmine plays his co-star along with Santhanam in a significant role.

Ganesh roped in long-time friend Simbu to play an important cameo, along with Andrea Jeremiah and K S Ravikumar.

The film is directed by Vincent Selva of Priyamudan fame and boasts of an excellent technical team with ace cinematographer R D Raajasekar, art director Rajeevan, editor Antony and music director Dharan.

Regrettably, despite the great team, Inga Enna Solludhu is a very ordinary film.

The entire film revolves around Ganesh (VTV Ganesh), a bachelor forced into an unwanted marriage, and his get-rich-quick schemes with his wife’s money.

Ganesh’s visit to his friend’s house at a hill station is abruptly cut short by the shocking news that his wife, Raje (Meera Jasmine) has attempted suicide.

Rushing back to Chennai in a cab, Ganesh narrates his life history to the cab driver, Ezhumugam (Santhanam).

He tells him about his long and eventful journey from bartender in Singapore to a bankrupt film producer on the verge of losing everything he owns, or rather that his wife owns.

He talks to him about his first love, a call girl (Swarnamalya), who after a brief affair with him, breaks his heart by getting back with her husband, who had previously deserted her.

This is followed by a period of no job, no money, but heavy boozing supported by his friend Raghu (Simbu). It is at this time that he meets Raje, who falls desperately in love with Raghu.

Unfortunately for her, Raghu is already engaged to Andrea. Deeply hurt and angry, Raje decides to marry Ganesh.

The scenes keep shifting between the flashbacks and the present car journey and neither seems to have an end. The film just seems to go on and on forever without any logic. There is simply no clue as to why Raje suddenly wants to get married to Ganesh, and the chemistry between them is ludicrous.

Ganesh’s voice and distinctive style of dialogue delivery can be enjoyed only in miniscule portions; watching it continuously for over two hours becomes annoying.

He neither has the screen presence nor the acting skills to carry the burden of an entire film on his shoulders. Even Santhanam’s one-liners lack the usual punch.

The film does try to send a message of the consequences of speculation and gambling, but it is a pathetic attempt that seems superficial and insincere.

VTV Ganesh’s Inga Enna Solludhu is a total waste of time.