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"Arasaktshi," is yet another tale of retribution and gore. But the lead player here is not interested in reprisal just for the calamity in his home. He takes it upon himself to cleanse society of selfish, callous, cantankerous lawyers, who go to any length to protect their clients. The similarities between Shankar's "Gentleman" and Maharajan's "Arasaatshi" are indeed many.
Story
Siddharth (Arjun), himself a lawyer, systematically kills erring advocates whose insidious approach to save sinners — underworld dons and philanderers — brings irrevocable suffering on the affected parties. He thus creates panic in the lawyer community. Not one is willing to take the risk of defending criminal acts anymore. But sentiment comes in Siddharth's way when his sister's husband (Raghuvaran) is to be his next victim.
The film is fast paced and you can enjoy it though you've seen so much of this stuff before. That is if the hero, who is so keen to redress ills, had shown some intelligence. He doesn't bother too much about hiding his identity even when he's still at the scene of crime! The way he turns around to show his face to Nasser just after a murder is an example. Neither does he bother to refute the charge when Raghuvaran confronts him on an assumption.
Music
Harris Jayaraj's music is the major asset to the movie.
Performance
The role is a cakewalk for Arjun. In fact the similarities it shares with ``Gentleman" cannot be missed. Lara Dutta provides the female interest. she gave an average performance and needs to improve her dance skills.
Verdict
Hit
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