Thira is a crisp thriller movie that stands true to its genre with no pretensions. Nothing is contrived and nothing forced as the movie sets off on an unwavering course at breathtaking pace from start to finish.Premises are dark, and the theme brutal, as women trafficking forms the crux of the film; where the lowly protagonists cross swords with the powerful giants in shadows. The versatile veteran Shobhana leads the pack of actors with an inspiring portrayal of Dr. Rohini Pranab, while the débutant Dhyan pleases with a mature performance, that was unexpectedly and most surprisingly not lost in the shadows of a much acclaimed actress. Casting is superb with generous array of new faces, that fits even little roles like a glove. The camera, the colors and the music (Splendid work by Shaan Rahman) blends seamlessly with the film adding to the atmosphere.On the downside the film though fast paced, is merely a point to point chase with directions at each point for the next destination; and barring a semblance of a curve; lacks genuine twists or turns. On a lesser note, Shobhana's hoarse whispering and exhalations do tend to tire ones ear towards the end. The brilliant screenplay and exemplary direction carries off the movie with aplomb and the ones who looked in for a taut thriller are left savoring a chilling recipe with content.

The fastest thriller I have seen in Malayalam movies and with a middle aged lady calling the shots. WOW. The connecting leads were good, so was the meeting of that saved small girl in the end. Though a feel of 'Taken' can be felt, also of words holding secrets and key behind Gandhi's pictures reminds of those of 'da vinci code', but it can never lessen the sheen of the thriller. No moment is wasted, fast editing & good camera work with a fitting score (the inspirational tone was good). The story told by the child in beginning (the same happens in climax) was too good unimaginable (we are to understand it at end only). No bit of sentiments is felt, out as the issue is this, but here though we feel little sad but director doesn't want us to mourn but want us to be inspired to hope for a good end. The fast cut at climax with prayer, the man drinking, the church was a picture of contrast of different people praying for. When the 'real' bus gets delayed in procession of church the belief (God helps in needing times) was clearly a nice statement. The chase section didn't evoke much fire. and there was no need to show that her husband was never a Shobana on her return shows she is one of those who can easily pull of saving lot of lives of girls not just male heroes with masculine power. She also points out the fact fewer films are made with female having a say or get their due. Vineeth proves he's not just a Rom-com wonder, nor a feel good friendship story. He shows promise and tows to be one of the few young filmmakers to look out in future. Though Dyan is always on run, I'm convinced he's to establish a name for himself on the screen. Never on any scene he was down and played the son with regret, caring bro, reacting at police for inaction and person with a kind heart. An angry young man out to find his lost sister. It was one of the best debut roles to get. An awesome movie that gives you satisfaction at end and makes you eager for the sequel(It was the first Malayalam movie to say before releasing it was going to be a Trilogy).

What else can you expect from a great thriller like this which grips you within its every frame. Director Vineeth Srinivasan comes with a socio thriller after directing a spate of hit films (Malarvadi Arts Club/2010 and Thattathin Marayathu/ 2012), which despite few having draggy moments and extra emotional quotient, scores and successfully grips you. The film's taut screenplay by Rakesh Mantodi brilliantly builds up the suspense and makes you grip along with the beautiful cinematography by Jomon. T. John and editing by Ranjan Abraham which pumps up the suspense well and adds beautiful visual touch within every frame and the music score by Shaan Rahman compliments the film's pace beautifully. Coming to the performances, Shobhana: Take A Bow, for her classy act repeating her excellence in films like "Thalapathi" and "Mitr: My Friend", debutant Dhyan Srinivasan is another great discovery of Malayalam Cinema where he successfully delivers a great performance and Deepak Parambol and the rest are good. Srinivasan's narration, despite a bit slow pace in between, makes a brilliant cinematic roller coaster ride worth of your ticket. My rating would be: 4/ 5

The movie is a winner. You will stay riveted to the seat for the whole movie. Pretty fast paced. Nice camera work that conveyed the general mood of the movie very well. Stylized violence using good back ground score and nice camera techniques / choice of colors / settings etc. Good launch for Dhyan Srinivasan , Vineeth's brother. Dhyan has acted pretty well -no obvious mistakes.Story does not take you back to any other movie. It is pretty original and has quite some meat in it. Situations in the movie are pretty hard thought out especially given such a young crew of makers. Lot of work and passion has gone into making the screen play.Direction is excellent. There is hardly a dull moment in the movie. There are a few pieces here and there that don't work but as a whole , I imagine that the direction/making must have happened with complete commitment and great synergy and teamwork. Background scores and cinematography has synergized excellently. Shobhana has done good justice to her role which essentially is that of the protagonist closest to the film maker, the one who drives the story and who gets to know what happens next first from the playwright.It is very easy to setup a round table and question various aspects of the movie. Questions like 'how can this happen given that?' , 'that doesn't sound feasible,does it?' On the other hand, the movie predicts a lot more good movies from this team pretty soon and also hopefully real masterful movies a few tens of years down the line. Craft has definitely improved over 'Thattaththin marayaththu'. Vineeth has definitely learned a lot more than he knew when he made 'Thattaththin marayaththu' and he has executed much much more than his earlier flick. I really love the way the young team is forming up , much like the slightly senior young directors from the Maharajas college team led by Amal Neerad/Aashiq Abu etc.