Avihitham Movie Review: Streaming on Hotstar in Telugu
The term “Avihitham” translates to ‘illicit affair’ or ‘unlawful relationship’. This movie, with a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes, initially released in Malayalam theaters and is now streaming on Hotstar in Telugu. The Telugu dubbing of the film is noted to be good.
Is Avihitham Suitable for Family Viewing?
The film is not entirely suitable for family viewing. Viewers might feel uncomfortable in some parts when discussions about “size-related matters” occur. Additionally, initial scenes depicted in shadows could also be a source of discomfort. However, the rest of the movie can be watched.
Plot Overview
To put it simply, the story revolves around two individuals who, at night, observe a couple and conclude that they are involved in an illicit affair. They then decide to go to the girl’s house to inform her family. The central plot explores what happens after they convey this information and delves into the identities of the two observers.
Overall Impression and Narrative Flow
While the core idea of the movie is good and follows a typical Malayalam film style, the overall execution felt below average. The initial half-hour of the film was engaging. A notable aspect was the suspense maintained throughout the movie regarding what would happen after the characters are caught red-handed. The conclusion, where the main person suffers and they realize their mistake, was well-executed. However, the film also depicts an illicit affair positively for others towards the end, which was a point of concern. Furthermore, the discussions and conversations in the middle portions of the movie felt excessively dragged, contributing to the movie taking too long to finish.
Plus Points
The movie features good performances, with many actors involved. The maintenance of suspense throughout the film is a positive. The pre-climax and starting portions of the movie, along with occasional fun moments, are also considered strong points.
Minus Points
A significant drawback is the typical Malayalam treatment of stretching the entire movie out from a very small point. Some viewers might even question whether such a minor premise warrants a full-length film. Certain logical inconsistencies, such as a tailor concluding “Nirmala” based on “size” without more credible evidence, felt unconvincing, especially since the audience often guesses early on that it’s not her. The music in the film isn’t particularly impactful and largely serves as a cover-up. Additionally, the movie tends to feel disconnected for long stretches in the middle.
Final Verdict and Rating
Apart from the engaging starting portions and the well-maintained suspense, the movie largely drags a simple point for an extended period. The audience often anticipates the outcome, realizing early on that the suspected person isn’t actually involved. The credibility of characters believing accusations without having witnessed anything firsthand is also questionable. Considering all these aspects, despite some interesting elements, the movie felt below average. My rating for Avihitham is 2.5 out of 5.
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