Cocktail view on Manithan (3.6/5)

         

        An underdog lawyer takes on big shots in a public interest litigation case. Film picks up steam. Nice interval block.Neatly executed courtroom drama, that keeps you hooked with a terrific climax. Well done Ahmed & Udhaystalin.Udhaystalin best ever screen appearance, and is convincing as the dumb lawyer.

       Manithan is the career best of Udhaystalin. Great improvement. By far the best Udhaystalin film. Fine job by Ahmed in adapting Jolly LLB. Gripping court room drama.Santhosh music in Hans Zimmer mode, superb songs too. Madhie impresses with each frame. Big pillars for Ahmed.Radha Ravi at his best and of course Prakash Raj in his flamboyant loud self.

   
           Emotes great in the climax.Prakash Raj and Radha Ravi pack a solid punch.Touching angle on the homeless platform dwellers. Makes a big connect. Content wise a big win.Hansika is her usual beautiful self and shows marked improvement in lip sync too. Nice little role as the supportive lover.Vivek keeps the mood light with his trademark wisecracks. Nice to see him in good form. Lots of other cute little roles too.

       
         The climax conversation between prakashraaj and Radha Ravi is proof for their expertise. Well done!Despite Prakash Raj's storming presence, Udhaystalin's subtile expressions stand out, perfectly suited for the underdog role.It's realistic and every character is believable. Has a nice motivating message, truth will triumph at the end.

    
       Udhaystalin more than holds his own against stalwarts like Radha Ravi, Prakash raj.Hansika can be proud of herself, fabulous. aishu impresses. prakashraaj in a cliched role (scotch sipping corrupt lawyer).Downside too long at 2 hrs 30 minutes. 1st half need trimming especially scenes that show hero is a dumb lawyer. Great command over dialogs. Climax speech top. Must watch....

Manithan cocktail rating: (3.6/5).