Taking bull.by its horns
Director Rajkumar’s webseries Pettakali in Aha OTT is a raw and real engaging fare thav speaks about a different politics with jallikattu as backdrop in a southern village.
The male.domination,caste indifference and pride for honour are discussed in a subtle way with more detailing on jallikattu.
Produced by Vettrimaran’s Grassroot Company, the web series has seen four parts released already. Each leaving an impact with an effective film making.
Kalaiyarasan plays the lead with almost every other character holding their sway.
Vela Ramamurthy as pannaiyar who prices hi bull in jallikattu is put to embarrassment when his bull is games by a lower-caste youth Kalaiyarasan. What happens next between them and what Aadukalam Kishore does to teach Vela Ramamurthy a lesson is what the rest ia.
The village lifestyle, ups and down in hierarchy hierarchy, need to shun violence and treat all equally are conveyed here.
Kalaiyarasan is tailor-made for the role while Vela Ramamurthy does his best as baddie. Kishore leaves an impact while Sheela Rajkumar has a part to play.
Crisp.dialogues, nativity and fast-paced story makes it a goor watch. The way the jallikattu scenes are shot deserve a praise. Detailing holds the key.
Watch the web series in Aha OTT. Entertaining and engaging.
