Premise: A set of school students are being so careless about their studies, parents and do not bother to care about anything around them. A series of events lead to a major fight inside the campus, how the incident changes their lives form the remaining story.

Writing/ Direction: Following the Biopic of a Billion Boys, this one is about Bros, there is a solid childhood portion at the very beginning to convey the bonding of various characters. It is a film that heavily relies on its small moments, there is nothing like a predetermined story, thankfully the bit scenes work and hence the film in totality. Amateurish humour and silly behaviour of the leads are dealt well, that keep us entertained at regular intervals. Two major blocks, the pre-interval and the one junk after the break pretty much drive the characters, Alphonse Puthiran pointing out how youngsters are not able to enjoy the good-old hangout, but are attracted towards drugs is such an important statement. Superbly directed, even a simple piece of writing is staged with care, and presented in a manner to strike the right chord. The migration-for-work portion is sure to connect, especially with Keralites who are known for temporarily moving to the Middle East. The last chapter also represents the metaphor of the story, the fun to emotional transition of the long distance friendship quoting to the actual mood swing of the narrative. Some jokes do fall flat, the Dubai mansion room episode, reference comedy of pornstar Johny Sins, etc. But a team as such, that trusts the life of characters to be the core content must have been alarming of its runtime, downside the 160 minutes duration feels lengthy despite the engagement factor. The final stretch clicks well, smartly connected by bringing in kind of a parallel storytelling with the editor doing the trick with the childhood portions. Nostalgia kicks in and the feel good factor provides a light-hearted impact, there is a small tease with the first part at the very end, making sure the audiences step out from the cinema all with on a cheerful note.

Performances: All four lead boys, okay bros have done a fabulous job. In general the casting is a major backbone of the film, Aju Varghese as the kind professor, Alphonse Puthiran as the moral police, etc. Even the artist choices of the parents were pitch-perfect.

Technicalities: Montages have been written in a delightful manner, songs are passable overall except for the one emotional bit at the end. The background score and sound effects are amazing, helping the film reach its full potential. Very neat camera work, simple frames when the situation is grounded, trippy work when it has to be a bit filmic. Length is an issue, but the editor’s magic hides the shortcomings, seamless transitions throughout, reminder and insert shots placed at the right timing gives that fulfillment. Stunt choreography is top notch, feels realistic and at the same time provides the cinematic punch.

Verdict: Some minor trimming is required, yet a film to watch with a constant smile on our faces. The carefree to responsible youngster trope is shown in a coherent manner where one can connect with. Topical direction firmly supported by edit and music.

VAAZHA 2: BIOPIC OF A BILLION BROS - Another enjoyable outing from the franchise! 

 Rating - 3/ 5.