Vedam (2010)

The first and the foremost duty of any writer is simple. To tell the truth. Just tell the truth. And I want to begin by telling just that – the truth. The truth about art. Any art. It's, again, simple. Art must touch souls. If what you do doesn't touch your own soul, it not only not an art but also something you should not be doing in the first place. And this is the best thing about life. We know it when we are doing something that is not touching us. But we keep doing it. But not all. Some stop. They just stop. And then they start doing something else. Something that is completely not expected of them. And it is this defining moment that makes lives. And more often than not this defining moment in life begins with this line, if you were a Telugu-speaking dreamer: "Edava janma" ("What an inglorious life I have been leading!"). This I know, although I hardly know anything about Krish – the writer-director of 'Vedam', is the same internal dialogue with his inner voice that made him quit everything he had and had been doing to begin his life anew by moving to film-making. "What an inglorious life I have!" In short, it is highly impossible to create a work of art that touches souls unless the maker of it goes through that defining moment in life. And the best thing about such lives and works of arts is that they go on to make a million more people go through the same defining moment in their lives: "What an inglorious life I am having! ". And in that lies the success of such original creators of works of art that touch souls. And today's film is a testimony to that fact. That Radhakrishna (Krish) is a success. His works come from the people that touched his soul to the people whom it will go on to touch. My hearty congratulations.

Coming to the film, the best thing about it is that it put the true meaning of inspiration in its original place. For decades we have been subjected to the horror of art thieves who used and abused the word 'inspiration' by blatantly copying others' works. And it is the same fear that I went to watch the movie 'Vedam' today. That it could be a copy of "Babel" or "21 Grams" or even closer "Crash". And I thanked all the gods and quietly patted Krish's back in my own mind that it was not what I feared it was. I am sure, as he himself would admit, if asked, that the germ of the idea for the such a story came while watching "Crash" but that's where all comparisons end. Not a single element was taken from any other movie. It is the soul of the filmmaker that was touched by all these wonderful films that responded to create his own original work that could touch a million more people in the same way. And that is the pristine definition of the word 'inspiration'. A candle lighting other candles. And Krish's film is one such candle that was lit by a few beautiful candles that in turn is now lighting many more candles.

There are many successful filmmakers in this world and in our own industry. Many offer many different things through their films that we all enjoy watching. At the end of the day I know what comes to me to my bed and into my dreams is not that film that made me happy or sad or excited about or ambitious but that movie that touched my inner most soul and made me want to be a better person. Not many successful filmmakers indulge themselves in making such soul-stirring tales. Not because they don't like doing them but simply because they can'

Fmovies: Vedam is a perfect movie. Story,Cast,Direction,Screenplay..... well i said its perfect...

Talking about..

Story: people might think the first half of the story is a little boring but the fact is that, the motto of first half is to blend all the 20 or so characters of the movie into a diverging "X road where they meet in climax.."..Well the second half is the most powerful way to mix the blend made in first half.

Action: The Fight at the time of interval is the best action episode of the movie. Manoj did it with high risks as you can see of course conditions apply. Near natural.

Pro's of Action: No kicks/punches that make people fly in the air..Thank God..

Con's of Action: All the action episodes are pretty made for it-up.

Dilogues: Timely placed. Simple words. Powerful enough to hit your thoughts.

Pro's of Dilogues: "Deenemma Jeevitham..pretty commonly used.." Cons's of Dilogues: Didn't find much..

Music: Fits for the movie. MMK has done a good job tho not best of what he can do. Songs are well made.

Pro's of Music: Manoj looks like a rock-star which drags your attention towards the music.

Con's of Music: If it was original music it might have been good. Seems to be copy pasted from some English rock-star albums..

Performances: Best of Allu-Arjun,Anushka(hot hot hot) & Specially "Manoj".. All other roles are superb anyway. I find Manoj role is not just a guest role.. Rain of Awards is waiting for the time..by all the cast for sure...

Pro's of performances: I dint find any cons.. so its the rest..

Climax: Wow!! No more.! Personally: I got collection of very few Telugu movies in my computer.. This movie DVD is going to be added into my list as it comes out..

I think Allu Arjun , Manoj are going to lead the industry in coming future.. Planning & choosing their characters and scripts in a far better way than our "Lungi - south - Superstars..No offense..Its a fact live with it.." Radhakrishna..if you are reading this comment..then listen up buddy.. "Vedam is a natural,crispy,crunchy,salt n sweet,powerful,inspiring,artistic,musical,romantic Drama." 9/10...

I never expected any other director than ManiRatnam can make a movie like this..but yeah there is Krish...

Finally,go have look at this movie in theaters..If you miss this movie, sorry to say " You missed one of the best movies in Telugu.!!".

The movie is good for Telugu industry definitely. The casting was good and a big experiment that gave some positive results.

The first half of the movie doesn't have any story and tends to bore you. The script tried very hard to establish all the characters in the first half and doesn't concentrate on the story. But, the second half is power packed and gets the best of writing supported by performances. Nagayya as Ramulu is awesome. Arjun is his usual energetic. Anushka is sexy and innocent at the same time. Manchu Manoj is good for his role. Manoj Bajpai has done justice to his role.

Overall, this movie has a potential to change the industry norms and standards if taken in right sense and elevate the movie making art. Full credit has to be given to Krish, the director.

Vedam fmovies. One of the greatest movies in Telugu industry A MUST Watch! all the characters fitted perfectly. Screenplay is too good. Overall: Awesome It completely reveals today's world.I love this movie.Allu Arjun acting is too too good.Like normal BalaKrishna or Pavan,the villain sends an army hero beats them up heroine falls in love then a lousy song,NO this movie is not like that completely different.You gotta love this movie once you watch it.If you are sensitive You may even cry.Once you watch the may u WILL Be SPEECHLESS.so go now get your tickets.Watch the movie till you get the message and don't just sit there, get the message and try to follow it.

The film initially begs for freshness but as it hits the second hour it touches you, draws you into their purgatory, their ups and downs. Wow!! Its a Very Good Movie and a Lot of new point of view. The Director is here to stay, he proved earlier in Gamyam itself and now he put a signature in the History of Telugu and Indian Film Industry. What a Movie!! Can be matched with any Great movies in India such as Maniratnam's or Sekhar Kummals or Adoor Gopalakrishnan etc..

Allu Arjun dominates the film with his flawless work. In the second part of the film, his expressions are splendid, especially when he tries to steal money at the hospital, while going to pay for the tickets and his scenes with a small child whose smile he chose to overlook in a hurry to fulfill his desire. Manoj Bajpai: Needless to say about him. Needless to talk about him, He always delivers what is expected. Anushka is simply natural and yes pretty too. and Manoj: Well Done, He can be proud enough to be a Part of such a Beautiful and Meaning full movie.

Vedam – the format in which it has been told was never done before in Telugu cinema.

Dialogues are the asset of this movie and Allu Arjun is the face and soul of this movie. The way his character develops is amazing. Career best performance.

It is really a daring step by any producer or director to do such a film especially with a commercial hero like Arjun and glamorous star Anushka, besides Manchu Manoj.

I was really surprised to see the lead actors giving such a great performance. Hats off to them Arjun & Manoj. Both should be appreciated coming forward for such a fantastic film. Krish made a wonderful second flick after Gamyam. He dealt the subject very neatly and precisely. Nothing is more and nothing is less.

After coming out of the theater I felt watching whole of the life in it. Thanks to Krish for presenting such a great film.

If you want to watch a good film, Watch VEDAM. Feel the LIFE.

Believe me you will miss something if you don't watch this movie!!

My rating would be 9/10