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Critics Review
1.00
Overcooked stew.
First and foremost, it's got a dead script. Nothing, simply nothing happens in the first half of the film. Written and directed by debutant Saba Iyyapan, the six songs at regular intervals and Shriya Saran's glamour in them is the only thing that wakes you up from your sleep while watching Thoranai, the mind-numbing new film at the cinemas this weekend. (more)
Source: MovieBuzz, Sify.com
1.50
Nod good, but not bad either.
Vishal does score is the humour quotient which, even if forced, works a bit. And then there are the stunts which he does supremely well. This is one of the parts where Priyan's camera-work shines. Mani Sharma's songs produce more sound than music - an excellent snack-break. Shriya has nothing to do but look pretty and made-up in every scene. (more)
Source: Pavithra Srinivasan, Rediff.com
1.50
Mass entertainer that misses the bulls eye!!
The chemistry between Vishal and Shriya is totally non-happening. Technically, Thoranai is a decent fare. Priyan’s camera has captured a few good visuals. Music by Mani Sharma is middling. The fights have come out well. Prakash Raj and Kishore have walked through their roles with ease. Thoranai does entertain, but a tighter script and better execution could have yielded far better results.(more)
Source: Editorial Board, Behindwoods.com
1.50
So, what's new ?
Writer-director Saba Ayyappan who makes a bow with 'Thoranai' does give you a couple of pleasant surprises. Most of the characters in Thoranai are clichés. Vishal pursues comedy more seriously this time and succeeds to a certain extent. Slim, svelte and sexy, you get to watch a lot of Shriya Saran! Mayilsamy and Santhanam bolster up the humour element though at times they go overboard. All of Mani Sharma’s pieces are fast-paced. (more)
Source: Malathi Rangarajan, The Hindu
2.50
Tangy & tasty masala.
Thoranai is an unpretentious entertainer for those who love mass themes loaded with commercial elements. Thoranai is an 'unadulterated formula film' which has commercial elements packaged at the right mix. Vishal excels not just in stunt sequences but also in comedy. Shriya makes a breezy appearance. Manisharma's songs fail to impress. The pace at which the movie progresses makes one forget the logical loose ends in it.(more)
Source: Editorial Board, IndiaGlitz.com
3.00
Time pass.
Vishal has played his role with ease. He is good in the dance and stunt sequences. The only saving grace of the movie is Santhanam and Mayilsamy as far as performances is concerned. Thoranai's biggest plus is music by Mani Sharma. His re-recording suits the average cinematography and editing. Fights are not very impressive. On the whole, Thoranai is not a technically brilliant movie but it does what a commercial masala entertainer needs. (more)
Source: Shailesh, galatta.com