Bakasuran's Okayish 2.5rating 1Min Review

Bakasuran, directed by Mohan G, is a revenge thriller that sheds light on the issue of online prostitution and the exploitation of women. The film follows the story of a street performer, Beema Rasu (Selvaraghavan), who goes on a killing spree seeking justice for his daughter, and Major Arulvarman (Natty), a retired army officer turned YouTuber who investigates an online sex racket. As their lives intertwine, the story unfolds and we see the connection between them.

While the film's message about youth safety and the exploitation of technology is commendable, the execution falls short. The film comes off as preachy at times, and the narrative lacks deeper understanding of the socio-economic issues related to the world of technology. For instance, the film asks parents to monitor their children's mobile usage, which can be seen as depriving children of their basic freedom to explore. Instead, the film could have encouraged parents to educate their children about the dangers of technology so that they are empowered to make their own decisions.

The film's one good message is about the importance of transparency between youths and their parents. However, this message could have been highlighted even better. The film could have also encouraged parents to be more forward-thinking and to establish mutual understanding and respect with their children.

The screenplay, though being an investigative thriller, is pretty predictable for the most part. The characterisation has improved compared to the director's previous films, but the straightforward nature of the screenplay makes it difficult to empathise with Beema Rasu when he goes on a killing spree seeking justice for his daughter. The cinematography and background score elevate certain sequences, and Selvaraghavan's performance is decent enough to hold the film, while Natty complements it well. However, the duration of the film is a bit long, making it difficult to sit through.

In conclusion, Bakasuran's message is let down by its preachy and predictable writing. While the film sheds light on an important social issue, it fails to make a strong impact