Rathnam: A Blast from the Past That Fails to Impress

The latest collaboration between Vishal and Hari, Rathnam, is an action-drama that tries to revive the magic of their past blockbusters. Unfortunately, the film’s outdated approach and dated storytelling make it a disappointing watch.

Vishal in action

Director Hari’s recent interview revealed that the success of Ghilli’s re-release has given him the confidence to come up with new stories. However, Rathnam feels like a rehash of his old films, rather than a fresh take on the action-drama genre.

“The celebration of Ghilli after 20 years seems to have given the wrong idea that the market for over-the-top action dramas is still intact.”

The film’s attempt to incorporate family sentiments falls flat, with dialogues and emotions that feel straight out of Hari’s old movies. While it’s commendable that Hari continues to write drama in an action film, the quality of the dialogues and emotions is subpar.

A still from the movie

The cast, including Vishal, Priya Bhavani Shankar, and Yogi Babu, try their best to elevate the film, but the outdated storytelling and lack of freshness hold them back.

Vishal in action

Rathnam’s failure to impress is a reminder that the market for over-the-top action dramas is not as intact as Hari believes. The film’s 1.5-star rating is a testament to its lack of originality and inability to connect with modern audiences.

Rathnam movie poster

In conclusion, Rathnam is a disappointing addition to Hari’s filmography, and a reminder that sometimes, it’s better to move on from the past and focus on creating something new and innovative.