Movie: Perusu
Rating: 2.75/5
Cast: Vaibhav, Sunil Reddy, Niharika NM, Chandini Tamilarasan, Bala Saravanan and others
Director: Ilango Ram
Producer: Kaarthekeyen Santhanam, Harman Baweja, Hiranya Perera
Streaming On: Netflix
Perusu, the adult comedy starring Vaibhav and Sunil Reddy, premiered on Netflix this week. The film can be streamed in Tamil, Telugu, and other languages. Read our Review to find the film’s outcome.
Story:
Halasyam, a beloved member of the community, passes away suddenly in unclear circumstances. Sami, his older son, observes something odd about the death. Over time, his brother, other family members, and their wives and mother discover the odd truth. They decide to hide it from the outsiders. What is the story behind Halasyam’s death? What bizarre finding did his family encounter? Why does the family desperately want to keep this secret? Details unfold slowly in the movie.
Performances:
Vaibhav and Sunil Reddy, real-life brothers, enhance the film with their authentic sibling dynamic. Vaibhav convincingly plays the laid-back younger son, and Sunil Reddy stands out as the elder son focused on his reputation. The presence of supporting actors Niharika NM, Chandini Tamilarasan, Bala Saravanan, Munishkanth, and Redin Kingsley is notable.
Analysis:
Perusu, an adult comedy, relies on situational humor that succeeds in many areas. The characters’ ridiculous situations make viewers laugh. That awkward comedy style works well. The film strikes a real and relatable tone. The conduct of neighbors and relatives during a funeral is depicted well. Ilango Ram showcases a bold style and unique tone, yet the screenplay could improve in its latter half.
The director grasps the story’s niche and includes humor, but because of the thin plot, the narration feels lengthy at times. But that feeling stays for a while only, and the introduction of a surprise character during the climax injects humor and leads to a happy ending.
Positives:
- Unusual and Quirky Plot
- Performances
- Comedy
Negatives:
- Loses the grip for a while
- Stretched feel at a few places
Perusu Movie Review and Verdict:
Perusu is a hilarious movie with an unusual tone. The film features great performances from Vaibhav and Sunil Reddy, packed with funny scenes. Despite its slow pace and narrow appeal, dark comedy fans can enjoy it.
