Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire is a PAN Indian action film written and directed by Prashanth Neel and produced by Vijay Kiragandur. The film was released worldwide on 22nd December 2023 in standard and IMAX formats.
Star Cast:
Prabhas as Deva/Salaar/Dhaara
Prithviraj Sukumaran as Vardharaja Mannar
Siva Mannar, Raja Mannar’s Father
Shruti Haasan as Aadhya Krishnakanth
Jagapathi Babu as Raja Mannar
Bobby Simha as Bhaarava
Tinnu Anand as Gaikwad
Ramana as Rinda
Easwari Rao as Deva’s Mother
Sriya Reddy as Radha Rama Mannar
Ramachandra Raju as Rudra
Madhu Guruswamy as Rudra’s henchman
Brahmaji as a Shouryagaana tribesman
Shafi as a Shouryagaana tribesman
Naveen Shankar as Pandit
Prabodh as Vardha’s brother
John Vijay as Ranga
Mime Gopi as Bilal
MOVIE REVIEW: Salaar, directed by Prashanth Neel, is a film made only for high-octane action lovers. While the movie successfully showcases the director’s ability to use simple scenes to elevate heroism, it falls short in delivering a narrative with depth and an engaging screenplay. Unlike the director’s previous blockbuster KGF, Salaar lacks the intricate storytelling.
One of the film’s undeniable strengths lies in its well-executed stunts, which significantly contribute to its overall appeal. The action sequences are choreographed with precision, and executed flawlessly, providing the audience with a visual spectacle. But the screenplay follows a more straightforward trajectory, offering little in terms of depth or complexity.
Prashanth Neel’s story ventures into the realms of imagination, weaving a detailed and intricate story that showcases the director’s storytelling prowess. The initial storytelling maintains a decent pace, keeping the audience engaged and intrigued by the unfolding plot. The second half struggles to maintain the momentum established in the first, with echoes of familiarity from Neel’s previous work in KGF.
Prabhas, in his latest role as the ‘angry young man,’ finally finds a character that complements his persona. He may have faced criticism for his performances as a lover boy or a godly figure, but this role seems tailor-made for him. Prithviraj Sukumaran delivers a commendable performance and his portrayal complements Prabhas’s character. Shruti Haasan’s role appears limited, and her presence in the film is minimal but she manages to give a satisfactory performance. Other supporting actor are fine in their respective roles.
Ravi Basrur’s background score emerges as a vital element in enhancing the cinematic experience. Bhuwan Gowda’s cinematography is commendable, capturing visuals that enhance the overall aesthetic appeal of the film. Ujwal Kulakarni’s editing could have been more refined, as the film experiences moments of pacing issues and drag. A sharper edit could have addressed these concerns, maintaining a consistent flow and preventing viewer disengagement during certain parts of the film.
Salaar Movie Rating:
Direction 3/5
Acting 3/5
Editing 2/5
Story 3/5
Screenplay 2.5/5
Overall Hit ya Flop Rating: 2.7 out of 5 Stars (AVG)
