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EDITOR'S PICK
Rating: ***
"Parijatha" starring Diganth and Aindrita, who share a great bond in
real life too, is a perfect gift for the Valentine`s Day. The lead pair has
shown how good chemistry works magic on screen. Though the film is a remake of
2009 Tamil hit "Boss Engira Bhaskaran", the Kannada version is little
more attractive, thanks to aesthetically shot melodious songs and perfect comedy
timing of Diganth and Sharan.
The film`s director Prabhu Sreenivas, an established choreographer down south,
has tried to present leading stars as a lovely romantic pair on screen. The
styling work and selection of background visuals and locations have been done
with utmost care.
The comedy sequences, borrowed from some other Tamil films, strengthen the fun
moment in the movie. The cast is so perfect that even an artist doing a small
role impresses.
Another highlight of the film is Diganth, who has been doing urbane roles so
far, has transformed himself to play a local boy. His earthy looks, dialogue
delivery, accent and the entire body language add credibility to the character.
Even Aindrita works hard to give perfect expressions.
The first half runs smoothly, but latter part drags but soon the film is on
track and creates curiosity.
The director has been able to provide full quota of entertainment to the
audience despite the script going haywire in a couple of scenes.
Bhaskar, often called Boss, is a good for nothing fellow who whiles away his
time with his friend Sundar, a barber. Meanwhile, he gets attracted to Chandrika,
a double graduate working as a lecturer. He wants to marry her.
Meanwhile, his elder brother, a veterinary doctor, gets married to the elder
sister of Chandrika who advises Boss to become serious in life and amend his
ways.
Finally, Boss starts a tutorial and it does so well that he is able to finance
his younger sister`s marriage. But still Chandrika`s father refuses to accept
Bhaskar as his future son-in-law. But the entire confusion gets cleared in the
climax.
Diganth scores brownie points with his innocent looks, dialogue delivery and
neat performance. He shows variety in his performance.
Aindrita looks stunning in all the songs.
Sharan compliments with his exceptional performance and good comic timing.
All the veteran artists have performed their roles with ease.
Mano Murthy`s music and background score gel with the mood of the film. The
title song and "Nee Mohisu" are good compositions.
Sreenivas` camera work makes a very good impact.
"Parijatha" is an enjoyable comedy film, thanks to chemistry of the
lead pair Diggy and Andy.