Saturday, May 13, 2017

Vivegam Movie Review: Ajith's High-Voltage Action Thriller

Vivegam: A High-Voltage Action Thriller

"Survival is the ultimate revenge."

The Plot: Betrayal & Redemption

The story centers on Ajay Kumar (AK), a top-tier counter-terrorism agent who is branded a rogue element by the very intelligence agencies he served. After intercepting a hard drive containing launch codes for a nuclear weapon, AK finds himself hunted by his former squad, led by his friend-turned-foe, Aryan Singha (played by Vivek Oberoi).
What follows is a rage-filled revenge spree across European landscapes. AK must not only clear his name but also protect his pregnant wife, Yazhini (Kajal Aggarwal), while stopping a catastrophic event triggered by the brilliant hacker Natasha (Akshara Haasan).

Movie Review Highlights

  • Star Power: The film is a celebration of Ajith Kumar. From his "Never Ever Give Up" attitude to the climactic six-pack reveal, he carries the film with massive screen presence.
  • Technical Grandeur: Director Siva delivers a visual feast. The ramped-up visuals and hyper-editing give the movie a Hollywood-style action aesthetic, complemented by Anirudh’s electric, high-energy background score.
  • Action Over Logic: While the screenplay occasionally suffers from logic gaps and "over-the-top" sequences, the engaging cat-and-mouse game between AK and Aryan keeps the adrenaline pumping.
  • Emotional Core: Despite being a spy thriller, the film smartly integrates family sentiment. Kajal Aggarwal plays a pivotal role as AK's emotional anchor and strength.

The Verdict

Vivegam is a stylish, mass-action entertainer. While it demands suspension of disbelief, it offers plenty of "whistle-worthy" moments for fans and remains an engaging watch for action lovers.