Ponnar Shankar (U)
08/Apr/2011

2.00

Nothing historical about Ponnar Shankar

The dialogues are choppy. The editing is half-baked, and many characters don't make sense. Logic has been thrown out of the window, and none of the major characters, have any chance of performing. The biggest drawback, though, is the fact that historical accuracy has been thrown to the winds. No tim...(more)

Source: Pavithra Srinivasan, Rediff.com

2.00

Epic Disappointment

The story of Ponnar and Shankar had the potential, but inconsistent direction, editing and acting ensure that it doesn't fulfill any. On the plus side is the terrific work by the art director and cinematographer. But too many gaps in the story ensure that the movie never rises above its mediocrity ...(more)

Source: Venkateswaran N, Times Of India

2.50

Entertainer

Ponnar Shankar has everything required to make an old fashioned period drama. On the downside the film has no logic, weak storyline and there is continuity problem and loop holes in the plot. However at the end of the day the film is made like a big budget period drama with the intention to entertai...(more)

Source: MovieBuzz, Sify.com

3.00

Vintage winner

It is rare that movies are made based on historic novels. Prashanth, who makes his comeback, has done it doubly well. The graphics, supervised by Prashanth himself, is highlight of the movie, though at places look amateurish. Unfortunately Ilayaraja disappoints with his music. On the flip side, the ...(more)

Source: Editorial Board, IndiaGlitz.com

3.00

A treat for movie buffs who enjoy historical !

Kudos to director Thiagarajan, who has done an impressive job. He has given equal importance to all the characters in the film and brought the best out of them. Though the movie is engaging and engulfs you into its proceedings, it does not leave an impact after it is over as there is no ‘stand out’ ...(more)

Source: Editorial Board, Behindwoods.com

3.00

An alluring canvas

Opulent sets, mesmerizing locations, rich costume, imposing cast … Ponnar Shankar's (U) positives are many. Yet they don't negate the loopholes in the line. Ilaiyaraja rules in re-recording. Made on a mind-boggling scale, you can watch Ponnar Shankar for its sheer grandeur. But it has not been bolst...(more)

Source: Malathi Rangarajan, The Hindu

3.50

Worth a watch with some compromises

Great action, good visuals and not much to complain about technically! Prashanth and Thiagarajan have done a great job in creating the pace and raciness of screenplay in this historical magnum opus which is well-packaged and will appeal to moviegoers across genres and regions. If you are ready to ov...(more)

Source: Ambili S, galatta.com