"Kabali" just came out a few days back. It felt like thaipusam 2.0. Don't you agree with me? It felt like a global phenomenon where all Indians got together to celebrate the return of Thalaiva. But as we all have realized by now(due to the unnecessary amounts of memes), the movie has not been receiving good reviews. I was actually quite surprised. It wasn't a bad plot, it had an amazing cast and amazing music, Why was it not well received? So, I read every review I could find and watched as many review videos on YouTube eg: Prashant, Bosskey, Behindwoods etc in order to know what they hated so much about this.
Now, let me tell you what I found out. Based on the reviews given by these famous movie "experts", they didn't enjoy it due to the lack of "MASS" from Rajni sir. There was less action and less punch dialogues from him. His whole act was toned down and he seemed very tired and old. Some even said that they bought the tickets to watch Rajni sir being the SUPERSTAR that he is. The style and gethu was very much less. I also realised that they did not give two effs that the story was circulating on the issue of Malaysian Indians. Basically, they were very much focused on the entertainment aspect on the movie. The fact that there were not much funny scenes and mass dialogues and one hero miraculously killing 100 goons single handedly, upset them very much. Almost all the reviews said that it was draggy and boring.
NOW, let me tell you why I LOVED this movie. First of all, Rajni sir. We've seen him in numerous getups and as a mafia but never like this. He had a subtlety in him, his portrayal of Kabali was absolutely on point. He had a grace in his walk and talk. And he definitely showed us that he is an amazing actor who can not only deliver blood-pumping punch dialogues but can also bring out the emotional and vulnerable side of kabali. The scene where he meets his wife after a long time literally brought tears to my eyes. How many times have we seen him as a father on the big screen? I felt the way he executed his role as Yogi's father was beautiful. His acting was very real and not over exaggerated. It was casual and realistic and not forced. I get that many people expected a big fight scene with him against 100 goons but that would just not make sense. His character was a 65 year old gangster and I feel that Rajni sir executed it wonderfully and no one else could have done it.
The second thing is that how much it relates to the Malaysian Indians. I was actually furious when I read the numerous reviews and barely any of them acknowledged the main point of the story which was about Malaysian Indians. And then I realised why they hated it so much. They couldn't relate to it. They did not understand it and therefore weren't able to receive the message that was in the movie. Whereas when I watched the movie, I was totally absorbed in it. I was relating everything back to how things really are and I was astounded by the detailing done by Ranjith. He nailed it. His research on Malaysian Indians was on point. From the slang, to the way we talk,the way we act until to the gangsterism in Malaysia. Every small detail Ranjith put in made the movie even better as it proceeded.
Thirdly, the casting. I felt that the casting was done amazingly. Each and every one of them, no matter how big or small their role was, played a huge part in weaving this story. From Kumudhavalli to Tony Lee, everyone nailed it. Oh I almost forgot, most of the review also stated their utmost dissatisfaction on the villain casting. Tony Lee didn't look villain-y enough it seems. I chuckled when I heard that. Honestly, must every movie be so stereotypical with a scary looking villain? Stereotypical'ah irunthalum perachanai, illaathiyum perachanai. Ungalukku enna thaan venum? Just embrace the fact that Tony Lee ode munji'eh appadithaan. Just because his face doesn't look evil, doesn't mean he is not evil. Stupid.
Basically what I'm saying is, enjoy a movie for what it provides you and not what you expect it to provide to you. The story was not horrible. It had a good message and tremendous effort was put in it. Appreciation and applause is definitely in order. Imagine if Kabali was done by someone other than Rajni sir, what would your reaction be? Think about it, sleep on it and share this article. Magizhchi.
If you agree with me, share this. If you don't, then let me know why in the comments. K
With little bit of love,
Dheephikha
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I have a friend. Or at least I think I could call her that. She has been by my side for most of my life. Everything I do, I confide in her and she does the same. We're pretty much inseparable. I love her to death but my friend, she is destroying me.
I didn't realise it at first. I thought it was normal. I thought it wasn't something major. I thought I could shrug it off. But as days flew by, I was terribly affected by her actions. If words could kill, I'd be dead by now.
There was this one time when I wanted to try out a really pretty blue dress. It had tiny white birds on it and had the most delicately decorated neckline with tiny gemstones. It was love at first sight, you could say. My friend snickered and said, "Yeah sure. It would look good on you IF you could fit in it. HAHA"
Oh, and that time when I was finally ready to take on a huge crowd to give a speech and when I turned to her for a pat on the back and a good luck, she said " You are definitely going to embarrass yourself".
When I was struggling for my final exam, not being able to remember the complex equations and formulas, she said "Why are you so stupid? This is so easy!"
With every bite of food I take, I hear her saying, "That is too much. You are already so fat".
It wasn't always like this. When we were young, we always had a good time. She loved me for who I am and never tried to change me. But as we grew up, she started looking at others and how they were and decided that that's how its supposed to be and that how we should act too. She listened to others more than listening to what I wanted or what I felt about certain things. Most of the time, she makes me feel like I'm worthless and that I do not deserve the life that I have. She almost made me believe it too. Yes, it's undeniable that she has been with me through all my ups and downs but most of my downs were because of her.
She has become a baggage to me. A baggage that I need to lose and for it to never reach me again. This is enough. I've had enough.
So now, I walk towards my mirror, look at myself and say, "Enough is enough". Because that friend who I was talking about is me. I have somehow evolved into my own enemy. I barely give myself a chance. I put myself down before anyone else could do it. I listen to what others think is right for me without giving a single thought of what I want. I've stopped myself from doing what I want or what makes me happy because I am afraid of what others might think of it. I have to stop this.
We all have to stop this. When are we going to realise that the only reason we're not where we want to be is because of ourselves? We encourage others to pursue their dreams or to do what that makes them happy but we don't do the same for ourselves. We discourage ourselves, treat ourselves lesser than we treat others and become our worst non-building critics.
So, stop now. Throw this 'friend' away. Cut the damn friendship. Instead, make a new one. One that uplifts you and supports you in all ways. One that will say "You can definitely do it, just try again". One that will put a smile on your face and keep it there. One that will say "you DEFINITELY look good in that dress". Remember now and always that it's your life and it's your choice.
I HAD a friend. She TRIED to destroy me but she failed.
Author's note: I hope after reading this, at least a few of y'all will change your mind. I hope this will bring forward a positive change. Share this with everyone you know. Help make someone else's life positive again as well as yours.
Loads of love,
Dheephikha
1. The Love Birds
You can already guess where I'm going at. These are the couples you see in KTM, usually sticking to each other and successfully making people around them uncomfortable. Bruh, you better stop kissing your girlfriend on the train because knowing KTM, it might brake suddenly and you might end up kissing the uncle beside you. Cheitt. The worst part is when the train is super packed and I can't move my face away from the Titanic pt 2 going on in front of me. I mean come on la guys, I get all awkward when a romantic scene comes on the TV and you expect me to keep a straight face while you guys are doing the same thing? Dear lovebirds, I will shoot y'all the next time I see y'all on the KTM. No no, no gun abuse will happen. Maybe I'll just sling shot your face.
2. Selena Gomez
These are the people who are constantly fidgeting and this is super annoying especially when the train is packed. They are like "Can't keep my hands to myselfff". See what I did there?
Anyhow, these people are constantly reaching into their pockets to grab something or switching handles. Just constantly doing something with their hands and constantly accidentally hitting the people around them. I have stopped counting the amount of times I've been elbowed in the face when riding the train. Listen bro, your hair looks fine, there's no need to comb it now.
3. The heavy butts(translate to Malay)
The most ignorant people on the train. A 23 months pregnant lady might be standing in front of this person but they'd still refuse to give them a place to sit. Let it be someone old or someone without legs or Abraham Lincoln, these people don't give an EFF. They'd be warming up that seat like nobody's business. The worst is when they put their bags on another seat. Gah. I've met too many of these people on the train and I'm pretty sure I'll meet more. Grow up, pls or bring your own chair.
4. The predators
The worse kind of them all. These are the guys who use a packed train as an advantage to harass girls or boys around them. If you ever come across one of them, punch them on the nose and say, "mosquito".
5. The DJ
This person is playing their song from their phone and the whole train can hear it. The word "headphones or earphones" does not exist in this person's vocabulary. I kinda like this person because you need hella confidence to blast a song in a train where people might look at you and judge your music taste. That's courage right there. And it also lifts up the mood in the coach, giving it a nice vibe. You rock, DJ Lil KTM.
6. The Higglypuffs
Don't ask me why I used that term. It just seemed right. So, higglypuffs are the friendly people you meet in KTM. The ones who can strike up a conversation and keep it going until they reach their station. That is pure talent, seriously. To talk to strangers and keep the conversation alive is a very difficult thing to do. I love these people because they all make my day a little bit more better. They are also usually the ones who offer up their seats to those who need it. They are straight up #KTMgoals
7. The anti-higglypuffs
Basically the opposite of the Higglypuffs. Their faces are fixed like they just swallowed a rotten egg. Or maybe they are having a bad day? We don't know what a person is going through. So, don't judge them based on their facial expression but make sure to give them a smileeee. You might make their day.
8. The bulls
It's Newton's 5th law that the people inside the train must exit first before the ones on the platform enter the train. But do people listen to Newton? NO. I don't understand the logic. Do you like riding a train with 10 million people in it? No? Then let them go out first la!
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9. The public speakers
These type of people are literally Public Speakers because whenever they speak on the phone, the entire public in the train can hear everything they say. Oh yeah, now I know that you are going for Chinese food for dinner and also that you hate a guy named Chan who is your colleague plus your jokes aren't funny and your laugh is annoying especially when you are laughing at your own non-funny jokes.
10. Dora the explorer
Just like Dora, they ask "Where are we going next?" about a hundred times in 30 minutes.
"Erm, what is the next station?"
"Will this train go to Kl sentral?"
"What is the last station?"
"Is this the LRT or KTM?"
"What is the meaning of life?"
"Does God really exists?"
Lulz.
Its not that asking for directions is wrong. Just don't ask me. I mean, the only station I know is the station that I'm currently at and the station that I'm going to. Plus Kl sentral. Everyone knows KL Sentral If you ask me for directions, it would start with a long awkward "Ermmm" and end with "Sorry, I don't know". That look of disappointment on your face would just break my heart,baby. So, just ask the information counter instead. Or maybe learn a thing or two from Dora and use a map.
11. The sage
These are the people who go in deep meditation whenever they're in the train. And by meditation, I mean sleep. And by people, I mean ME. I can sleep standing and this talent usually comes handy when it comes to sleeping in the train. Sleep is good. Sleep is life..
And those are the types of people you'll meet in KTM! Do share it if it made you giggle or maybe even a snort of air through your nose. Hope you had fun reading this.
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K bye
With little bit of love,
Dheephikha
