Raakadhan Movie Rating: 3/5
Casting : Vamsi Krishna, Riyaz Khan, Dinesh Kalaiselvan, Vignesh Baskar, Gayatri Rema, Chaams, Sanjana Singh Nizhalgal Ravi
Directed By : Dinesh Kalaiselvan
Music By : Praveen Kumar
Produced By : Mag Baskar
Arjun, an ambitious model, takes on odd jobs to fund his sister’s wedding. His life takes a turn when he stumbles upon an agency that offers modeling training. Initially, everything goes smoothly, but envy seeps in as his mentor, Butthi, becomes resentful of Arjun’s rising prospects, leading to a bitter enmity between them.
Tragically, Arjun is found murdered, and the case is assigned to a diligent cop named Ajmal, portrayed by Vamshi Krishna. As Ajmal delves into the investigation, he uncovers surprising secrets about Arjun’s life. It turns out that Arjun was also involved in gigolo work for the exploitative MD, Riyaz Khan, who ran a side business of providing drugs to wealthy clients.
The mystery deepens as Ajmal attempts to unravel the truth behind Arjun’s murder. Among the suspects is Alex, Arjun’s friend and rival, who had feelings for Arjun’s girlfriend.
The film sheds light on the exploitation faced by aspiring male models in the glamor industry. It aims to be an eye-opener, cautioning people to avoid falling into traps that lead to prostitution, drugs, and other illicit activities, which can ruin lives.
Riyaz Khan delivers a compelling performance as the exploitative boss, while Sanjana Singh leaves an impact with her brief yet powerful appearance as a tough businesswoman.
The lead actors impressively portray the innocence, illusions, and eventual disillusionment that come with the world of modeling. The film effectively portrays emotions, friendships, and conflicts.
Vamshi Krishna’s portrayal of the cop adds depth to the movie, leaving a lasting impression.
The director, Dinesh Kalaiselvan, deserves credit for presenting an unusual storyline that seeks to convey a powerful message.
Overall, the film strives to bring to light the darker aspects of the modeling industry and serves as a cautionary tale for aspiring talents.