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Rishab builds this world with care. The Kadamba-era backdrop, with busy ports, spice markets, and trade routes influenced by Arab and Portuguese cultures, is more than decorative history; it feels lived-in. Rituals unfold, battles rage in mud and blood, and even trade carries significance. Every drumbeat, chariot wheel, and coin connects to something larger. Rishab Shetty is the heart and soul of Kantara 1 without an ounce of doubt. More than the director, the actor in him shines superbly, truly living up to his National Award-winning stature. His portrayal during the divine possession and trance sequences showcases the depth of his exceptional acting abilities.

Rukmini Vasanth is the surprise package of the prequel. She not only looks regal and radiant as the princess but also delivers a powerful performance in a crucial episode in the second half.

Kantara: Chapter 1 is a captivating action drama that has a good amount of goosebump-inducing moments. The film will win us over with its standout interval and climax portions, divine elements, jaw-dropping visuals, and mind-boggling VFX.

Jolly LLB 3 might not impress those who liked the first two parts. Both those films had solid courtroom drama, but Jolly LLB 3 has fewer court scenes. The film mostly revolves around the main problem it deals with, and it becomes somewhat monotonous after a point. There is nothing wildly entertaining or inviting about Jolly Llb 3. This time, the courtroom drama seems rigged for jokes and laughter.

The weak writing, lack of exciting elements in the story, and the dragged sequences are major drawbacks.

Written and directed by debutante Abhishan Jeevinth, Tourist Family confidently wears its sweetness on its sleeve. Tourist Family unfolds as a character study. Set largely within a colony bustling with residents of varied temperaments and traits, the film offers a vivid cross-section of humanity, bound together by one underlying thread: a quiet benevolence nestled within flesh and blood. Emotionally, the film hits the right notes. Whether it's the death of an old lady, a teary father-son moment, or a speech from an ignored resident of the colony, these scenes are heartfelt and relatable, especially for middle-class viewers who've lived through similar realities.

Sasikumar delivers a grounded performance as Dharmadas. His restrained expressions, quiet strength, and believable reactions pull you into his world. Simran was pretty good as the wife, Vasanthi, and the groundedness of that character looked believable on screen. Mithun Jai Shankar performs well as the elder son, while Yogi Babu, M. S. Bhaskar, Ramesh Thilak, and others are apt.

Tourist Family is a well-made emotional drama. The performances, especially Sasikumar's, and the right mix of emotions and fun parts work well for the movie.