| Cast | Vikram, Anushka Shetty, Amala Paul, Nassar, Santhanam |
| Director | A.L. Vijay |
| Producer | M. Chinthamani, Ronnie Screwvala |
| Story | A.L. Vijay |
| Music | G.V. Prakash Kumar |
| Cinematography | Nirav Shah |
| Editing | Anthony |
| Studio | Sri Rajakaliamman Medias |
| Banner | UTV Motion Pictures |
| Release Date | July 15, 2011 |
When director Vijay said, 'This is a Vikram film and I am a part of it,' he really meant it. Deiva Thiirumagal is Vikram’s film almost made to order!
We got a glimpse of Krishna in the promos, but travelling with him through the course of Deiva Thiirumagal is a different experience altogether. This grown man with the mind of a six year old is free of malice and materialism, a fact that Vijay establishes all through the film. His genuine concern for the people around him, even absolute strangers, is heartening. We hear Vijay’s sigh, “Why can’t we have more people like him around?” and we feel the same way.
As far as the story goes, there isn’t much suspense. Krishna (Vikram) has Borderline Personality Disorder, but that does not take away the love he has for his daughter (Sara). His wife passes away soon after delivery and it’s up to Krishna to take care of the child, which he does with gusto in spite of his shortcomings. The tender but strong bond that the father and daughter share is moving all through the movie. So when the little girl’s School Head (Amala Paul) comes and tries to take custody of the child, our hearts go out to dear dad Krishna. That’s where fledgling lawyer Anuradha (Anushka) comes into the picture. Reluctantly at first and then wholeheartedly she takes up Krishna’s case to bring his daughter back.
The movie is all about people and relationships. The conniving colleague and the suspecting husband act as perfect foils to Krishna. They help establish that he may be different but he’s a better man any day. Little Sara is cherubic. She deserves applause for the way she has carried herself through the emotional sequences in the movie, especially the climax. She is as talented as she is cute! Amala Paul’s presence is subtle yet memorable. Anushka as the lawyer is perfect for the part. With absolutely no traces of her glamorous self, she still grabs your attention with her performance.
But at the end of it all, Vikram takes the cake and the bakery. It’s easy to lose sight of reality and overdo a role such as Krishna, but Vikram manages to keep it real. You don’t relate to the character, but you certainly sympathize with him and simply love him. The relationship he shares with his daughter is beautifully written and Vikram is at his absolute best in translating that to action. Be it in the way he dotes on her or in the way he pines for her, he’s got it all right!
In an emotional drama such as this, music plays a key role and G.V. Prakash has hit all the right notes. The background score is everything you’d want it to be: sweet without giving you a toothache!
Nirav’s camera just blends into the story. The colours of Ooty are brilliant, giving that sweet flashback an even more dreamy feel. So when the story shifts to Chennai where the drama begins, even the look changes.
Director Vijay has deftly brought all these stars and characters together in a tale of love that everyone must watch. It’s one of those movies at the end of which you’ll pick up your phone and call your dad just to hear his voice!
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