“Anali” Movie Review

“A mother’s fight against fate, fear, and darkness.”

“Anali” is a suspense thriller that revolves around a woman’s desperate struggle to save her child under unexpected and dangerous circumstances. The story begins when the heroine, played by Cynthia Lourde, arrives in Chennai from a small town along with her baby. At the same time, a powerful and ruthless man named Vasu is involved in illegal smuggling activities. Fate brings these two tracks together in an unusual way when Cynthia, along with her baby, accidentally enters a smuggling container that secretly holds Shaktivasa. From that moment, the space becomes a trap, pulling the protagonist into a web of crime and danger.

At a crucial point in the narrative, Cynthia manages to escape from the container, but in the chaos, she loses her baby and a bag. This loss becomes the emotional and dramatic core of the film. The rest of the story focuses on a single question: does Cynthia finally manage to rescue her baby and retrieve the bag, or does she lose everything to the cruel circumstances surrounding her? This forms the central tension that drives “Anali” forward.

Cynthia Lourde plays the lead role, and while her performance suits the physical demands of the character, it often feels artificial, especially in emotional moments. However, her dedication in the action sequences deserves special mention, as she carries those scenes with visible effort and intensity.

Shakthi Vasudevan stands out as the biggest strength of the film. His portrayal of the villain is different from the usual template and adds a certain edge to the narrative. The supporting performances by Kabir Singh and Ineya contribute positively and help move the screenplay along, even when the writing weakens.

Directed by Dinesh Dina, “Anali” attempts to explore a familiar kidnapping-based storyline. Unfortunately, the film suffers from weak logic, continuity issues, and a lack of engaging scenes. The script feels underdeveloped, and the narration fails to build consistent tension. However, these flaws could have been corrected with tighter writing and execution.

Music composed by Dipen Chakraborty is a saving grace. While the songs are passable, the background score enhances the mood and supports the film’s thriller elements effectively.

Cast: Cynthia,Kabir Duhan Singh,Ahakthi Vasu,Elango Kumaraveland others.

Director: Dinesh Deena

Producer: Cynthis Lourde

Ratings…3.2/5

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