At Keezhkattalai government Hospital, dna opened in 2014. A terrible event sets the scene: a doctor, overburdened by work-related stress, meets with a married couple who die in an accident, leaving their newborn child behind.  In the present (2023), we meet anand (Atharvaa Murali), a broken-hearted alcoholic attempting to start over after a failed love affair.  

In the end, he rediscovers love and weds divya (Nimisha Sajayan).  But when a newborn is brought close to divya, who adamantly maintains that it is not her child, things take an enigmatic turn.  Given that divya is already dealing with a mental illness, anand must face reality and discover the disturbing truth about the child's identity.

DNA gets off to a promising start at 139 minutes.  The first half is cryptic and emotionally packed, almost like a whole separate movie.  A captivating second half is set up by the subtle but intriguing intermission twist.  The story picks up steam after the break, with Anand's quest for the truth developing in a compelling way that skillfully captures the intricacies and emotional stakes involved. 

In one of Atharvaa Murali's most mature performances to date, he skillfully displays his range in situations that are dramatic and emotional.  His character's excessive reliance on a policeman to settle important plot points, however, comes across as forced and lessens the narrative's capacity for investigation.  The movie, which may have succeeded as a witty police procedural, instead relies on commercial cinema clichés to make anand seem almost larger than life, which is a departure that doesn't totally work.
 
Nimisha Sajayan adds nuance to her part and exudes calm strength.  Atharvaa and Nimisha have a sincere on-screen relationship.  Ramesh Thilak is believable, Rithvika is exceptional in her portrayal, and balaji Sakthivel is grounded and natural.  Despite being underutilized, karunakaran performs well.  

In terms of music, Ghibran's background score enhances a number of sequences and demonstrates his ability to heighten emotional beats once more.  Even though the romance song is calming and unforgettable, the item song's presence seems out of place and doesn't advance the plot.  The cinematography is excellent, visually conveying tension and mood with skill.  The editing is clear and keeps a constant tempo.

DNA is flawed, especially when it comes to striking a balance between its fundamental mystery and commercial aspects.  However, it makes for a passably interesting viewing experience because of strong performances, emotional resonance, and a few deft turns.  

Overall, dna is a decent thriller that holds your attention till the very end if you have the correct expectations.  

Ratings: ⭐⭐⭐
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DNA Movie Review

SIBY JEYYA

20/06/2025 12:38 PM