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| Sabhash | |
|---|---|
 DVD cover | |
| Directed by | K. Subash |
| Written by | K. Subash |
| Starring | R. Parthiban Divyaa Unni Ranjith |
| Cinematography | Ilavarasu |
| Edited by | Krishnamurthy Siva |
| Music by | Deva |
Production company | Suda Lexmi Pictures |
Release date |
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Running time | 134 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
Sabhash (/səbɑːʃ/ transl. Bravo) is a 2000 Indian Tamil-language mystery thriller film directed by K. Subash, starring R. Parthiban, Divyaa Unni and Ranjith. It was released on 1 September 2000.[1] The film was remade into Hindi as Vaada (2005).[2]
Plot
[edit]Srinivasan aka Seenu is the loving husband of Shanti. Seenu is blind, having lost his eyesight in an accident in the past. The film begins with Seenu and his friend Dharan Viswanath discovering that Shanti has hanged herself in the house.
With no strong suspects, the police closes the case as a suicide. But soon, several evidences surface which point to the possibility that Dharan is behind Shanti's death, including Dharan's shoe at the site of Shanti's cremation. He resolutely maintains that he is innocent, while Seenu too believes him initially. However, as the story progresses, Seenu seems convinced that his wife has been murdered and starts to suspect Dharan. Meanwhile, Dharan starts to suspect that Seenu is not really blind. Dharan wants to frame Seenu for Shanti's death, and, along with his friend Advocate Mohan, sets up traps to prove that Seenu is not blind.
A series of flashbacks show that Seenu and Shanti were happily married, but Dharan was also in love with Shanti. Seenu did have proper eyesight, but a car accident rendered him blind. Dharan took advantage of the fact and started troubling Shanti more, while she tried to stay loyal to her husband.
Seenu underwent a surgery without informing Shanti or Dharan to restore his eyesight, and came back home to surprise his wife, but he noticed Dharan being physically intimate with Shanti. So Seenu decided to pretend to be blind.
Eventually, Seenu admits to Dharan that he was pretending to be blind only to trap him and hold Dharan responsible for Shanti's suicide. Seenu convinces the police inspector Daniel Thomas and the court that Dharan is guilty, and Dharan is arrested. But Dharan insists the court to test Seenu's eyesight to prove his point that Seenu is not blind.
With no choice left, Seenu deliberately blinds himself again by staring at a bright light from a welding torch, and is hence proved innocent. Seenu meets Dharan in jail, where Dharan secretly has a voice recorder. Seenu seemingly admits that he got Dharan arrested, and Dharan claims to have recorded the full conversation. But Seenu reveals that the recorder has no battery in it, so Dharan cannot prove anything. The movie ends with Seenu leaving the jail to start a new life, while Dharan angrily yells at Seenu, but to no avail.
Cast
[edit]- R. Parthiban as Srinivasan (Seenu)
- Divyaa Unni as Shanti
- Ranjith as Dharan Viswanath
- Delhi Ganesh as Shanti's father
- Thalaivasal Vijay as Inspector Daniel Thomas
- Pandu as Marriage broker
- LIC Narasimhan as Judge
- Poovilangu Mohan as Lawyer
- Mohan Raman as Advocate Mohan
- Ilavarasu
- Y. S. D. Sekhar as Sub-inspector Veera Pandiyan
- Sharmili as Police inspector
- Radhabhai as Shanti's grandmother
- Amirthalingam
- Kovai Kumar
- John Babu in a special appearance
- Kalyan in a special appearance
Production
[edit]The film was originally titled as Paakkanum Pola Irukku (transl. Feel like seeing).[3] It was shot in Ooty while three song sequences were shot at Kenya.[4][5]
Soundtrack
[edit]The soundtrack was composed by Deva.[6][7]
| Song | Singers | Lyrics |
|---|---|---|
| "Kanave Kanave" (Duet) | Krishnaraj, K. S. Chithra | Palani Bharathi |
| "Kanave Kanave" | K. S. Chithra | |
| "Kalakura Kalakura" | Sabesh | K. Subash |
| "Paalai Keeley" | Unni Menon, Anuradha Sriram | |
| "Thank You" | Mano | Na. Muthukumar |
| "Ulagai Suttri" | Krishnaraj, Malgudi Subha |
Critical reception
[edit]Savitha Padmanabhan of The Hindu wrote, "The story [..] has several plot twists, some of which are predictable. But in a film that is supposed to be a murder mystery, the badly choreographed song sequences seem to be rude interruptions. Ideally, the film would have worked better if the songs had been cut out and the editing had been tighter."[8] Visual Dasan of Kalki praised Ranjith's acting who overtook other actors and added Deva impresses in background score but messes up in songs and concluded saying it can be watched for one to one manship of Ranjith and Parthiban otherwise, one have to think about how to congratulate (sabash) Subhash after yawning.[9] K. N. Vijiyan of New Straits Times wrote, "At the end of the movie, you may be moved to say "Syabas" (well done) to director Subash. He has provided a taut movie without losing its entertainment value".[10]
References
[edit]- ^ Kosalairaman, Muthu Vinayagam (1 September 2023). "23 Years of Sabhash: மனைவிக்காக பார்வை இழக்கும் கணவன்! முக்கோண காதலில் நடக்கும் திடுக் திருப்பங்கள் நிறைந்த படம்". Hindustan Times (in Tamil). Archived from the original on 21 May 2025. Retrieved 21 May 2025.
- ^ "Here's where you've seen these Satish Kaushik movies before". Rediff.com. 24 March 2014. Archived from the original on 2 October 2024. Retrieved 2 October 2024.
- ^ "An Interview: Parthiban". Dinakaran. 30 September 1999. Archived from the original on 24 June 2004. Retrieved 12 January 2022.
- ^ Mannath, Malini. "Shabash". Chennai Online. Archived from the original on 12 February 2001. Retrieved 2 October 2024.
- ^ "Sabash". Cinesouth. Archived from the original on 24 June 2001. Retrieved 2 October 2024.
- ^ "Sabhash". JioSaavn. 20 August 2000. Archived from the original on 24 January 2024. Retrieved 24 January 2024.
- ^ "SABHASH / ORU POI SOLE KANNAL / SIRAKUKAL ILLAI - Deva & Dhina & Anand Audio CD Ramiy Records". Audio CDs World. Archived from the original on 2 October 2024. Retrieved 2 October 2024.
- ^ Padmanabhan, Savitha (8 September 2000). "Film Review: Sabash". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 3 December 2012. Retrieved 7 December 2023.
- ^ தாசன், விஷுவல் (22 October 2000). "சபாஷ்". Kalki (in Tamil). p. 96. Archived from the original on 17 July 2023. Retrieved 17 July 2023 – via Internet Archive.
- ^ Vijiyan, K. N. (30 September 2000). "A taut thriller". New Straits Times. pp. Life Is... Reel Stuff 2. Archived from the original on 2 July 2024. Retrieved 25 January 2024 – via Google News Archive.
External links
[edit]- Sabhash at IMDb
- Sabhash at Rotten Tomatoes
Sabhash
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Overview
Background and Development
K. Subash (1959–2016), the son of veteran Tamil director R. Krishnan, established himself in the Indian film industry as a screenwriter and director, primarily working in Tamil cinema during the 1980s and 1990s.[5] His early works included thrillers like Uthama Purushan (1989), a suspenseful drama exploring marital intrigue, and Chatriyan (1990), an action-oriented thriller centered on police investigation and revenge.[6][7] These films highlighted Subash's affinity for tense narratives involving crime and moral dilemmas, a style he honed through collaborations with prominent figures like Mani Ratnam, who wrote the story for Chatriyan.[7] Sabhash, released in 2000, fit seamlessly into Subash's filmography as a return to the mystery thriller genre after a period focused on dramas and comedies in the mid-1990s, such as Nesam (1997).[2] Subash wrote the screenplay himself, crafting a plot revolving around deception and investigation, which aligned with his established approach to genre storytelling.[2] The project was produced by Sri Sudhalakshmi Pictures, a banner that supported the film's emphasis on intricate plotting over high-budget spectacle. R. Parthiban starred in the lead role, bringing his versatile acting to the central character's complexities.[2]Plot Summary
Sabhash follows Seenu, a blind man who lost his eyesight in an accident and shares a deeply affectionate marriage with his wife Shanti. Their life together is portrayed as harmonious until a tragic event disrupts it.[8] The story opens with Seenu and his loyal friend Dharan discovering Shanti's body, hanged from the ceiling in their home, which appears to be a suicide.[9] The police quickly rule the death as self-inflicted with no evident foul play, closing the case promptly.[10] Unconvinced by the official verdict, Seenu suspects murder and initiates a personal investigation, relying on his acute hearing, touch, and intuition sharpened by blindness.[2] As he probes deeper, clues emerge implicating various suspects among Shanti's family members and close associates, unraveling hidden tensions and secrets from her past.[9] The narrative unfolds through non-linear flashbacks that provide insight into Seenu's perspective and the relationships at play, building suspense in this mystery thriller.[8] The investigation leads to intense confrontations and unexpected twists, culminating in revelations that test bonds of friendship and trust while delivering a gripping resolution to the enigma of Shanti's death.[2]Production
Casting
The principal role of Cheenu, a blind detective investigating his wife's mysterious death, was portrayed by R. Parthiban, who brought intensity to the character's determination and vulnerability.[11] Divyaa Unni played the female lead Shanti, Cheenu's wife, in her debut Tamil film after establishing herself in Malayalam cinema through roles in films like Kalyana Sowgandhikam (1996).[11][12] Ranjith essayed the supporting role of Dharan Viswanath, Shanti's former lover and Cheenu's friend, adding layers of suspicion to the narrative.[11] Delhi Ganesh appeared as Shanti's father, providing emotional grounding to the family dynamics in the story.[11] Other key supporting actors included Thalaivasal Vijay as the investigating inspector, Mohan Raman, Ilavarasu, and Pandu in various pivotal roles that supported the thriller's intrigue.[11]Filming and Technical Aspects
The cinematography of Sabhash was overseen by Ilavarasu, a seasoned Tamil film technician known for his work on thrillers and dramas during the late 1990s and early 2000s.[13][14] The production utilized a widescreen aspect ratio of 2.35:1, standard for theatrical releases at the time, which allowed for expansive shots that contrasted the protagonist's limited perception with broader environmental details.[13] Filming was conducted in color at 24 frames per second, aligning with conventional technical standards for Tamil cinema in 2000 to ensure smooth motion and vibrant visuals for suspense sequences.[13] In post-production, editor Krishnamurthy Siva focused on the narrative pacing.[10]Music and Soundtrack
Composition
The music for Sabhash was composed by Deva, a renowned Tamil film composer celebrated for pioneering the gaana genre, which fuses energetic folk rhythms with contemporary beats to evoke vibrant, celebratory moods in cinema.[15] In this thriller, Deva adapted his signature style to incorporate suspenseful motifs alongside Tamil folk influences, creating a score that heightens the narrative's tension while maintaining melodic accessibility.[16] The background score features tense orchestral cues tailored for the film's investigation sequences, building urgency through layered percussion and string arrangements, contrasted with poignant emotional themes underscoring scenes of personal loss and introspection.[17] These elements integrate seamlessly with the thriller's pacing, using recurring motifs to emphasize the protagonist's intuitive perception amid mystery.[2] The song recording process involved collaboration with director K. Subash, who penned all lyrics, infusing them with poetic depth suited to the story's emotional layers.[18] Notable vocalists included Mano on the upbeat "Thankyou Kadavule," K. S. Chithra and Krishnaraj in the melodic duet "Kanavae Kanavae (Duet)," and Unni Menon paired with Anuradha Sriram for the folk-tinged "Paalai Keelay Kudiikkamay," with sessions emphasizing Deva's blend of traditional instrumentation and modern production techniques.[18]Track Listing and Themes
The soundtrack album for Sabhash, composed by Deva with lyrics by K. Subash, was released on August 20, 2000, ahead of the film's theatrical debut.[19] It features six tracks that blend melodic structures with rhythmic elements, contributing to the thriller's narrative through songs evoking romance, introspection, and resolve.| No. | Title | Singers | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kalakura Kalakura | Sabesh | 3:57 |
| 2 | Kanavae Kanavae | K. S. Chithra | 6:34 |
| 3 | Kanavae Kanavae (Duet) | Krishna Raj, K. S. Chithra | 6:34 |
| 4 | Paalai Keelay Kudiikkamay | Unni Menon, Anuradha Sriram | 5:33 |
| 5 | Thankyou Kadavule | Mano | 5:18 |
| 6 | Ulagai Suttri Paarpoma | Krishna Raj | 5:04 |