Kavin’s new film Mask, presented by Vetrimaaran and directed by debutant Vikarnan Ashok, released yesterday in theatres. The film is receiving mixed reviews from both audiences and critics.
Kavin has been aiming for a major breakthrough, yet his recent films like Bloody Beggar and Kiss failed at the theatrical box office. These back-to-back setbacks have made this phase even more challenging for him.
Mask created strong buzz before release because of Vetrimaaran’s support and Andrea playing the antagonist. Many expected it to become a big blockbuster and finally give Kavin the success he needed.
However, early viewers are disappointed. Several users on social media are calling Mask a mediocre film that offers nothing new for the audience.
They feel that while Kavin and Andrea delivered strong performances, the predictable screenplay and flat narration affected the film. These elements are being highlighted as the main drawbacks.
Some also noted that although Bloody Beggar and Kiss were not theatrical hits, both were considered good films. In contrast, they believe Mask is very average and the weakest film in Kavin’s career.
These responses are still early reactions. It remains to be seen how Mask performs with the general audience and how it fares at the box office in the coming days.
