Soodhu Kavvum 2 Movie Story

Gurunath (Shiva) and his associates serve as the forerunners to Das (Vijay Sethupathi) and his team from Soodhu Kavvum. It is, in fact, Gurunath and his partners who establish the fundamental principles of "kidnapping" that the latter group adheres to. With Gurunath returning after his prison term and Arumai Prakasam (Karunakaran) now holding the position of finance minister in the state, the sequel strives to replicate the black comedy drama of Soodhu Kavvum, yet it ultimately falls short of expectations.

Soodhu Kavvum 2 Movie Review

The sequel to Nalan Kumarasamy’s black comedy film can best be characterized by its randomness and devoid of originality. In straightforward terms, Soodhu Kavvum 2 resembles a subpar imitation of a high-quality original, gradually losing its appeal with each passing scene. At the outset of the sequel, we learn that Gurunath and his crew were the trailblazers of ethical "kidnapping." Gurunath even goes so far as to celebrate the birthdays of those he has abducted, requesting ransom only after assessing the victim's monthly expenses and advising them to take their medication on schedule. This role appears to be particularly suited for Shiva. However, Soodhu Kavvum 2 falters as it attempts to replicate the first film, ultimately distorting its narrative, inundating the viewer with randomness, and transforming what could have been an entertaining experience into a tedious affair.

Arumai Prakasam has ascended to the position of finance minister, and it is evident that his government and party are steeped in corruption, as he boasts about significantly increasing the party's wealth. A similar kidnapping scenario unfolds when the politician finds himself in the clutches of the abduction gang, leading us to anticipate a comedic spectacle. Regrettably, the humour fails to resonate, feeling contrived in its effort to mimic the original. Additionally, the sequel features interspersed clips from the first film, along with the introduction of an imaginary girlfriend. Ultimately, the sequel offers little in terms of entertainment or innovation. It appears that the creators aim to preserve the original's acclaim by merely replicating it, rather than contributing to its legacy. This recreation comes across as a hasty and poorly executed endeavour.

What concerns me is the apparent lack of significant moments in the narrative, and despite the presence of numerous characters, none seem to linger in the audience's memory once the scene or film concludes. Soodhu Kavvum 2 presents a conflict between morally ambiguous kidnappers and politicians driven by greed and ambition, which initially appears intriguing due to the contrasting personalities involved. However, the humour fails to resonate, the scenarios lack coherence, and the lackadaisical writing contributes to Soodhu Kavvum being a tedious experience.

Soodhu Kavvum 2, despite its initial half dedicated to the introduction and occasional re-introduction of characters while attempting to connect with the first instalment, ultimately falls short as a sequel to a film that arguably should not have been produced.

Soodhu Kavvum 2 Movie Verdict

Soodhu Kavvum 2 fails to introduce any fresh elements to the original cult classic. The lack of visible effort in its execution is apparent, and while there are occasional moments of humour, the sequel ultimately becomes a tedious experience. It serves as a reminder that sometimes, it is preferable to leave well-regarded works as they are.

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