18 Pages review: Familiar terrain but these pages are worth a read

Entertainment By Prabhatha Rigobertha December 26, 2022 Read the article

Stories of lead pair falling for each other without even meeting isn’t new. Ajith-starrer Prema Lekha is an example.

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In 18 Pages, as a writer, Sukumar integrates certain important social topics like how social media is affecting human bonding.

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18 Pages wastes no time in setting up the personality of its leading man. Director Palnati Surya Pratap makes you feel Siddhu’s heartbreak.

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The romantic chemistry between the lead pair is pretty much visible, even though it is only at the end of the movie that they meet.

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After Karthikeya 2, Nikhil is once again in good form. He portrays the transition of Siddhu convincingly.

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The scenes between Nikhil and Saruyu are another major asset of 18 Pages. Sarayu shines the brightest in the supporting cast.

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The simplicity of Nandini is a little overdone but Anupama Parameswaran manages to make it work with her acting.

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Music by Gopi Sundar is another big driving point. Most of the songs have a melodious feel which takes the story forward.

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The first half has the perfect mixture of light and dramatic portions. However, it is in the second half that the flick starts slipping.

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The flashback portions are fine but need to be stronger. Bramhaji and Ajay come across as regular villains with zero personality.

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To sum it up, 18 Pages isn’t a seamless combination of romance and thrills. But then, it makes for a good watch.

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