Ponniyin Selvan – Part 1 (Hindi) has nothing exciting to offer to the Hindi audiences. It is based on a popular Tamil novel of the same name. If you are aware of the story and the characters beforehand, then it’ll make it easier for you to comprehend the goings on. If you go without homework, the film will go over your head. And since hardly anyone does research before going for a film, it’ll leave audiences confused. On top of it, it’s a lengthy film (167 minutes) and the action and scale are nothing extraordinary. We have seen better in period films like RRR and Baahubali. Even the confrontations and dramatic sequences don’t have the ‘Wow’ factor. Music is another minus point. A few scenes are well shot and the performances also save the day. Chiyaan Vikram is apt for the part. Karthi has an important role and is entertaining. Jayam Ravi puts his best foot forward. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is stunning and it’s great to see her on the big screen after ages. Trisha is decent. Aishwarya Lekshmi leaves a mark. Sobhita Dhulipala is memorable. R Sarathkumar, Prakash Raj, Rahman, Nassar and others are fine. All in all, Ponniyin Selvan – Part 1 (Hindi) turns out to be a disappointing film for Hindi audiences.
My rating – * ½ out of 5!