Right Tamil Movie Review: A Thriller That Questions Power and Justice

Right Tamil Movie Review: A Thriller That Questions Power and Justice

Right is written and directed by Subramanian Ramesh Kumar and produced by Thirumal Lakshmanan and T. Siyamala under the banner of RTS Film Factory. The film features Natty Subramaniam, Arun Pandian, Akshara Reddy, and Vinodhini Vaidynathan in key roles, with Yuvina Parthavi, Aditya Shivakumar, and Munnar Ramesh lending solid support to the story. Music is composed by Guna Balasubramanian, who brings the right intensity to a thriller-driven script.

The film begins with Raghuram (Natty Subramaniam), a sincere police officer, stepping out for duty during a political leader’s meeting. Meanwhile, Menaka (Akshara Reddy), another cop from a different station, visits to invite him for her wedding. At the same time, a robber named Thangadurai is brought in with stolen goods, including a strange MacBook that nobody wants to claim. When attempts are made to open the laptop, a masked voice threatens the entire station, setting off the suspense.

The tension escalates when Chellamuthu (Munnar Ramesh) sits on a chair that has been rigged with a bomb, if he gets up, the whole station will explode. The masked man orders the police to reopen a closed case where a minister’s son had raped a ninth-standard girl but escaped punishment by framing an innocent North Indian youth. Even a Sub-Inspector and a Judge (Vinodhini Vaidynathan) are brought into the police station, turning it into a courtroom for delivering delayed justice.

The story takes another turn with the arrival of Sakthivel Pandian (Arun Pandian), who comes searching for his missing son, Jai. Soon, cybercrime experts reveal that Jai (Aditya Shivakumar) is the masked man behind the threats. Jai’s backstory is revealed, along with the tragic experiences of Varnika (Yuvina Parthavi), whose struggles add emotional depth to the narrative. The film uses this angle to highlight the consequences of exploitation and social negligence.

Performance-wise, Natty Subramaniam carries the role of Raghuram with maturity, portraying the conflict of a sincere officer trapped by political influence. Arun Pandian gives a dignified performance as the minister, while Aditya Shivakumar makes a strong impact as Jai with his emotional intensity. Akshara Reddy fits well as Menaka, adding lighter moments before the serious turn of events. Yuvina Parthavi as Varnika delivers a sensitive performance that leaves a lasting impression. Vinodhini Vaidynathan, as the Judge, is convincing in her short but crucial role.

On the technical side, director Subramanian Ramesh Kumar ensures the tension never dips, though a few sequences could have been tighter. Guna Balasubramanian’s music and background score heighten the suspense and emotions effectively. The film’s message is clear, the misuse of power and the victimization of young girls is a harsh reality that society cannot ignore. While the screenplay occasionally stretches, Right succeeds as a socially conscious thriller with strong performances and a thought-provoking core.

 

Verdict: 3.5/5 – A gripping social thriller that dares to question power, politics, and justice.