Dragon Review

 

"Dragon" directed by Ashwanth Marimuthu and starring Pradeep Ranganathan alongside Kayadu Lohar, Anupama, Mysskin, Geroge Maryan etc. Yuvan Shankar Raja’s music plays a key role in setting the tone. Visually, the cinematography, costumes, and locations look refined, but the film has its own set of flaws. Lip sync issues are hard to ignore, making it seem like dialogues were altered after shooting or the dubbing did not match up properly. The screenplay is engaging in parts but falls flat at times.  

The film carries a solid message that lies can only take us so far, but real peace comes with honesty. This idea is seen throughout the story, which is one of the stronger aspects of the writing. However the plot itself follows a typical commercial template. It has all the usual elements like larger than life moments, familiar characters portrayed in an exaggerated manner, and trending pop culture references sprinkled in to make it feel relevant.  

The performances are mostly decent, but the protagonist overacts as expected. A few other characters also go overboard, making certain scenes feel unnatural. The film tries to create an emotional connection through middle class family struggles, college drama, and romance, but these themes have been used so many times that they feel repetitive.  

There is a clear attempt to appeal to younger audiences with viral dialogues, social media humor, and trending content. This shows the desperation to connect rather than letting the story flow naturally. The protagonist clearing 48 arrears in one go is another example of stretching reality just for dramatic effect. It sets a misleading example, making it seem like students can slack off for four years and still succeed in one shot.  

The film also falls in how it handles certain moral standpoints. The protagonist confesses to cheating his way through but claims he is not a bad person because he never ruined anyone else's life for his success. Instead of taking full accountability, the film almost justifies his actions. Keerthi’s character arc is also unfairly handled. She leaves Raghavan for valid reasons, yet the film constantly shames her and frames the protagonist as the victim, which sends the wrong message.  

Despite its flaws, the film works as a casual watch. It has entertaining moments, good visuals, and engaging music. If you go in without expecting logic or depth, it might be an enjoyable experience. Otherwise it is just another sterotypical commercial film.  

Rating: 6.5/10⭐️