Kiss Movie Review: Kavin carries this youthful entertainer with ease and emotional depth.
A charming romantic comedy where Kavin shines, blending humor, fantasy, and emotion in Sathish Krishnan’s promising directorial debut. Down goes our Kiss Movie Review
Kiss, the directorial debut of choreographer-turned-actor Sathish Krishnan, arrives as a romantic comedy interlaced with fantasy and emotion. With Kavin in the lead as Nelson, a young man obsessed with the idea of love, the film offers an entertaining take on modern romance, complete with quirky twists and a splash of imagination.
The film opens with a creatively animated prologue voiced by Vijay Sethupathi, offering an origin story for Nelson’s fixation on love, effectively setting the tone for the unusual journey ahead. The first half moves along briskly, with comedy dominating the early portions. RJ Vijay, VTV Ganesh, and Kavin deliver a string of witty one-liners that carry the energy and humor reminiscent of director Nelson’s signature style. These sequences manage to keep the audience engaged and often smiling.
Preethi Asrani plays Sarah, who makes a curious entrance by handing Nelson a diary in a park, immediately piquing interest. From that point, the story takes a quirky turn – Kavin begins having futuristic visions of couples kissing, and when Preethi kisses him, it leads to a shocking and emotional revelation at the interval point.
The second half shifts gears into a more emotional space. Actor Prabhu plays a pivotal role in guiding Kavin toward uncovering the root cause of his fantasy-laced trauma. The narrative begins to explore family ties, psychological baggage, and self-realization.
One particular scene involving a dog stands out for Kavin’s silent yet powerful performance, capturing deep emotion without dialogue. Kavin continues to evolve as an actor, handling both the comedic and emotional beats with confidence. His growth from previous films like DaDa and Star is evident.
Preethi Asrani complements him well, not just with her charming screen presence but also through her dancing skills, which add vibrancy to the musical portions.
The supporting cast does their part neatly, with VTV Ganesh standing out for his consistent comic timing throughout the film. RJ Vijay, Devayani, Rao Ramesh, Kousalya, and Sakthi (of Cooku with Comali fame) add to the ensemble effectively.
On the technical front, Kiss benefits greatly from Jen Martin’s energetic music and background score, while Harish Kannan’s cinematography lends the film a colorful and polished look. RC Pranav’s editing ensures the pacing stays tight across its 144-minute runtime.
