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RDX movie review: An explosive mass actioner that fully lives up to its title

Rdx, starring shane nigam, antony varghese and neeraj madhav, is the newest addition to the realm of malayalam cinema's absolute mass entertainers, encompassing all the essential components thoughtfully placed throughout the movie..

RDX movie review: Can anything be more powerful than a well-executed mass movie to ignite large crowds and immerse them in feelings of immense excitement? Nonetheless, it’s vital for the mass components to be seamlessly integrated into the film rather than being inserted arbitrarily. When these elements flow naturally, there’s no halting the success of a mass entertainer in India, as demonstrated by recent blockbusters such as Rajinikanth’s Jailer , Kamal Haasan’s Vikram, Mammootty’s Bheeshma Parvam and Mohanlal’s Lucifer.

Debutant director Nahas Hidayath’s RDX: Robert Dony Xavier is the newest addition to the realm of Malayalam cinema’s absolute crowd-pullers, encompassing all the essential components thoughtfully placed throughout the movie.

RDX revolves around three youths – Robert (Shane Nigam), Dony (Antony Varghese), and Xavier (Neeraj Madhav), with Robert and Dony being siblings. Proficient in the martial art of Karate, the trio exudes fearlessness, possessing the ability to overcome any obstacle. Yet, a sequence of unfortunate events alter their trajectories, leading them to go their separate ways. Subsequently, they embark on individual journeys until fate orchestrates their reunion.

In contrast to other similar films that tend to excessively emphasise one actor and their role, primarily based on their star value, the well-crafted screenplay of RDX, penned by Adarsh Sukumaran and Shabas Rasheed, effectively ensures balanced significance for all three lead characters.

Even the individual intros of Robert, Dony, and Xavier at the outset, set in 2005, seamlessly align with their current life situations, while still catering to the desired mass appeal. Conversely, in the flashback set in the late 90s, they are introduced together, again in a dynamically stylish manner, unmistakably highlighting the unity among the trio.

A key highlight of RDX’s script is its initial sequence, spanning several minutes, which aptly lays the foundation for the forthcoming events. This sequence adeptly introduces a substantial number of main characters, delving into their traits and the bonds they share.

In the present time frame of RDX, the trio is depicted as individuals who have grown more composed and mature. In contrast, the flashback highlights their previous selves and the evolution that has shaped their current identities. The film’s script strategically arranges moments to create a seamless narrative progression leading to a powerful climax. This skilful script elevates the story, penned by director Nahas, beyond its average quality which shares similarities with common action, revenge dramas. A more precise trimming of the script would have helped the team in making a film with even greater impact, considering that certain instances in the present timeline could have easily been omitted.

Simultaneously, director Nahas’ conception of RDX deserves notable commendation. His remarkable control over the film and the impressive manner in which he envisioned the project elevate RDX to meet its namesake, leaving an explosive impression on audiences. Without hurrying through the action sequences and also giving due importance to the emotional dimensions, Nahas succeeded in crafting the finest masala movie of the year so far.

The stunt choreographer duo Anbariv undeniably shine in this actioner. Their exceptional work in movies like KGF, Vikram, and Sarpatta Parambarai resonates in RDX too, where each successive fight scene surpasses the previous one. Additionally, their attention to detail in portraying the trio’s youthful energy in the flashback and the present-day composure further enhances the film’s appeal. Leveraging the full potential of Karate and the remarkable agility and skill of the three lead actors, Anbariv has gifted Malayalam cinema with a truly unforgettable action experience.

Shane, Antony, and Neeraj deliver impressive performances in their respective roles, although the story’s lacklustre nature prevents them from having standout moments to truly showcase their acting prowess. Through RDX, Shane effectively silences his critics who label him as the ‘Depression Star’, showcasing his potential to achieve remarkable heights. Lal, Mahima Nambiar, Aima Rosmy Sebastian, Maala Parvathi, and Baiju also shine, despite the underwhelming narrative not providing them with substantial opportunities.

Although it’s natural to anticipate intense action from Babu Antony in any film he’s a part of, RDX fails to deliver that excitement until the conclusion, leaving the audience worried. Nevertheless, the movie astounds everyone by unleashing him towards the end, creating a truly exhilarating moment that justifies the wait.

Alex J Pulickal’s cinematography effectively captures the movie’s atmosphere, particularly the dynamic action sequences. However, it’s Sam CS’ background music that truly stands out, complementing the moments in an exceptional way. Regrettably, the omission of Jakes Bejoy’s song “Halaballoo” from the final cut somewhat dampens the mood, as it had the potential to enhance the overall experience.

Although Chaman Chakko’s editing impresses at many junctures, it somewhat falters during certain fight scenes due to frequent cuts that negatively impact the viewing experience.

In a recent conversation with The Indian Express , the movie’s producer Sophia Paul said that they came across RDX while searching for a project that encompassed action, scope for being multi-starrer, family-oriented entertainment, and choreographed songs suitable for big screens. Undoubtedly, RDX fulfils all the expectations she and the audience had for this festive period.

In short, RDX serves as the gift that Malayalam audiences have longed for — a theatrical entertainment that matches the electrifying experiences found in other languages.

RDX movie cast: Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese, Neeraj Madhav and Mahima Nambiar RDX movie director: Nahas Hidayath RDX movie rating: 3.5 stars

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RDX movie review: Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese's film rides high on pulsating action scenes

RDX review: Each of these sequences is mounted on a big scale or at least has a novel aspect to it, keeping the audience hooked.

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Last Updated: 01.10 PM, Aug 25, 2023

Story: Brothers Robert and Doney along with their friend Xavier are trained in karate, and their skills come handy every time they get into a fight - which is often. But a confrontation goes too far, forcing the ones who care to split them up to prevent any bloodshed. Years later, when Doney's family is threatened by a group of goons, the three reunite.

Review: Post pandemic, it's become essential for a movie to have enough cinematic elements to attract audiences to theatres. And from the movies that have worked in theatres so far, across the country, it seems that action movies are probably the best bet to offer the big screen experience for the audience. But it's also a genre that is hard to pull off when the underlying storyline is thin, even if the stunts are amazing. Debutant filmmaker Nahas Hidayath's RDX, which stars Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese and Neeraj Madhav in the titular roles of Robert, Doney and Xavier, flits between ordinary and spectacular - the latter especially during its action scenes.

Also read: Nahas Hidayath reveals why Anbariv decided to do RDX amid Prabhas' Salaar and Ram Charan-Shankar film

Its stunt choreographers Anbariv actually play a major role in driving the film, which is essentially built on five pulsating action scenes. Too much action can be a bad thing for movies that are almost 2 hours and 30 minutes, but in RDX, the makers prove that if done right, these can often enable the audience to overlook the flat storyline and performances. 

Each of these sequences is mounted on a big scale or at least has a novel aspect to it, keeping the audience hooked. There is a purpose to every fight; it's not just needless or mindless throwing of daggers and roundhouse kicks. There is a stake in every fight - be it to build up the heroes, tear down their egos, show off their skills or even pull their loved ones out of danger when facing an army of men. The filmmaker and Anbariv duo also make these scenes look convincing, with Sam CS' music and frenzied editing helping matters.

The story, however, is wafer thin. It has just enough emotional thread to keep the audience attached to its characters and their need for revenge. This is also why the flashback scenes of the characters in the first half doesn't add too much to the film, except give it an additional layer of an entertainer. But to be honest, RDX is at its weakest here - both in terms of the scripting and performances. It's only in the second half that the film finds its fuel and when it does, there's no stopping it.

Among the trio, Shane Nigam is pitched as the central character - only because it's his romance and consequent fight that sets the ball rolling. That said he gets to showcase a side that is rarely seen from the talented actor. Antony Varghese gets to display a sensitive side of him. Neeraj gets the short end of the stick in the film as he is relegated to a nunchuck-flinging sidekick of the two brothers. But he along with Babu Antony get their mass moments in the film.

Also read: RDX's Shane Nigam: Tags like 'Depression Star' are hurtful, make me question my hard work  

Verdict: The makers of RDX made no other claims other than it's an action-packed film and they deliver on that promise. Don't go expecting anything else.

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RDX Review: A delight for action enthusiasts

'RDX', starring Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese, and Neeraj Madhav, is fundamentally a family drama brimming with high-voltage fistfights and brawls. It's not quite on par with 'Thallumaala.' The narrative unfolds in a linear fashion, chronicling clashes among a group of rugged men. RDX carves a distinct niche for itself in Malayalam cinema's action genre, thanks to its impeccable close-combat fighting sequences. Our protagonists waste no time, elegantly showcasing their karate prowess whenever the opportunity arises.

The backdrop and combat sequences might evoke memories of Lijo Jose Pellissery's 'Angamaly Diaries', as the brawls ensue in a festive setting with multiple characters becoming embroiled. However, the similarities end there, as the plot takes a different trajectory. In RDX, director Nahaz Hidayat prioritises delivering the right 'punches', which might explain the straightforward storyline – a devout father, his young adult children, a church festival, an attempted assault on a politician, and one of the sons finding himself in the midst of the turmoil.

The stunts by Anbariv and Irfan Khan elevate the film's quality. Yet, it's the actors who deserve credit, having executed punches and kicks with finesse. Shane Nigam dominates much of the screen time. Antony's role is equally well-developed, though Neeraj's character, Xavier, appears somewhat underwhelming. Only the squeaky wheel gets the grease!

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Amidst all the machismo, the female characters in the film are relegated to mere supporting roles. The film aptly portrays the challenges faced by Dony and Xavier's family during a confrontation with the hooligans. The music and background score effectively enhance the film's overall atmosphere.

In conclusion, the film will likely resonate more with audiences seeking a cinematic experience with high-octane and high-voltage fight sequences this Onam season.

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'RDX,' directed by debutante Nahas Hidhayath, delves into the realm of survival drama as a family grapples with the vendetta of a ruthless gang. Set against a backdrop of conflict, the film harnesses emotional intensity to captivate the audience, even as action-packed sequences take center stage. While the screenplay may not be abundant in resources, Hidhayath skillfully maintains engagement through brisk storytelling and impressive stunt choreography. Writers Adarsh Sukumaran and Shabas Rasheed infuse the tale with intermittent twists, leaning into the classic give-and-take dynamic and well-timed retaliation. The director's finesse rescues the narrative from stagnation, infusing it with a vibrant treatment.

Hidhayath's narrative mastery shines through as the pacing remains consistently dynamic, avoiding melodrama that could veer into excess. Amidst the whirlwind of action and violence, the film skillfully handles sentimental relationships. The synergy between emotional depth and aggressive elements renders 'RDX' all the more appealing. Hidhayath's promising debut is evident as he adeptly navigates the plot's escalation.

The crux of 'RDX' unfolds during a church festival marred by the intrusion of outsiders. Dony (Antony Varghese) steps in to defend his father Philip (Lal), who was attacked by a henchman. As a martial arts expert, Dony retaliates effectively, prompting the assailants to flee. However, a brutal assault on Philip's family by a gang from a Kochi colony shatters their lives. Dony's wife Simi (Aima Sebastian), along with his mother Kunjumol (Mala Parvathy) and infant, are gravely injured.

Robert (Shane Nigam), Dony's brother, resides in Bengaluru following a past altercation. Learning of his family's tragedy, Robert returns to Kochi. Together with Dany and their friend Xavier (Neeraj Madhav), a karate expert, they embark on a mission to avenge their loved ones against their chief nemesis, Paulson (Vishnu Agasthya). However, it's a battle that won't be easily won.

The core of the story revolves around the clash between Robert's family and the colony gang. The trio's expertise in martial arts is on full display as they strive to retaliate. Mahima Nambiar portrays Mini, a resident of the colony who once had feelings for Robert during their college days. Their relationship plays a pivotal role in the narrative's turning point.

Shane Nigam impeccably embodies the central character, showcasing both agility and depth in action sequences. His nuanced portrayal effectively conveys the character's emotional turmoil. Antony Varghese shoulders a significant part of the film's weight, portraying the protagonist's perpetual strain with finesse. Neeraj Madhav is equally impressive, embodying the sincere friend role with conviction.

The antagonists, particularly Vishnu Agasthya, bring substantial energy to the film, fueling a genuine desire for their downfall. Sam C S's music amplifies the tension of pivotal scenes. 'RDX' may appear as an action-packed thriller on the surface, but beneath the veneer lies a story that justifies its fiery action. While elements of the film might venture into the realm of the unreal, it ultimately presents a comprehensive blend of heart-pounding events driven by cinematic adrenaline.

RDX Movie Review: Explosive action lights up this otherwise generic film

Rating: ( 3.5 / 5).

There's something stimulating about a well-made action film, and likewise, there's something exciting about a multi-starrer. RDX is a well-blended cocktail of both. It has some terrific action bolstered by three leads, each of them skilled in a unique form of martial art. While Robert (Shane Nigam) is a fleet-footed karate master, his elder brother Dony (Antony Varghese) is a powerful boxer, and Xavier is a Nunchaku expert. It's an interesting mix of combat techniques, which stunt choreographers AnbAriv make best use of. More than anyone else, it is this stunt master duo who ensure this film packs a punch. In the world of Lokesh Kanagarajs and Prashanth Neels, enters debutant director Nahas Hidhayath and shows solid potential in handling action-heavy films. Despite being bogged down by a generic revenge-driven plot, the director succeeds in delivering the high moments. No matter how many times you've seen it before, it's always thrilling to see the wounded hero hitting back or the once-menacing hero returning from exile. RDX relies on such familiar moments to create a rousing experience. The film also smartly overcomes the redundancy in the fights by placing the action sequences in different locations—open grounds,a massive carnival field, passenger boat, and a thickly populated colony. Besides Anbariv, Nahas also gets ample support from his editor Chaman Chakko, who employs a range of stylised edit patterns to elevate the mass moments. Cast: Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese, Neeraj Madhav, Vishnu Agasthya

Director: Nahas Hidhayath

A major challenge of a multistarrer is ensuring all the actors get equal prominence. Though RDX mostly revolves around the characters played by Antony and Shane, the makers manage to devise individual moments of glory for all three of them. The narrative begins with a dashing intro of Antony Varghese, who unlike usual is not restricted to doing just action. He puts on a superb act while emoting, especially when he sees his injured daughter in the ICU and the reunion scene with Shane. With his expressive eyes and natural swagger, Shane, once again, shows why he is both a terrific actor and a star material. In this film, he does almost everything that's expected of a typical commercial hero—action, comedy, romance... Romance! Well, the track involving him and Mahima Nambiar is easily the film's weakest link, but Shane is still effective. Although not as prominent as the other two, Neeraj Madhav does his part graciously. It is quite a sight to see him effortlessly swing the Nunchaku with the precision of a veteran. During its production, RDX was in the midst of a controversy when it was alleged that there were internal disputes between the three actors. We never know what transpired behind the scenes, but none of it shows in the film. All we see on screen is a strong rapport between them. During the fights—like mentioned above—they all have distinct styles and never try to overshadow the other. They all have their strengths and play accordingly. The rapport is evident not just in the action scenes, but also during the emotional portions. Opposite them is a formidable antagonist, played to perfection by Vishnu Agasthya. His character Paulson may not be strong on paper, but the actor does a remarkable job in selling himself as an intimidating villain. RDX is set in a world of testosterone-driven men, who get easily provoked. It's the case with both the good guys and the bad guys. Perhaps the only two sane men in the entire film are the veterans, Lal and Babu Antony. But by the end of it all, even they lose all their sanity and embrace violence. But should we really care?... because we get to see Babu Antony in action! And what a comforting sight it is to see him stand and fight along with the heroes!

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If RDX is an explosive novel, the romance between Robert and Mini is a lovely little short story. The characters are played by Shane Nigam and Mahima Nambiar, and in the little time they get together, we see the blossoming of love. We get a nice scene that says the direct approach is the best approach. We get the reasons that could drive Robert and Mini apart: caste, as well as the fact that he'd rather spend time at karate class than work in his father's mill. It is at this mill that the cutest moment unfolds, when Robert indirectly attempts to solve the issue of getting married to Mini. (This “scheme” has to do with his older brother Dony, played by Anthony Varghese.) This little love story – this short story – has both joy and sadness. Mini enters the film, saying that she wants to rough up a man. She leaves the film with this wish fulfilled. The arc is complete. It’s a good bit of writing, and more importantly, it’s just enough writing that such a film needs.

Nahas Hidayath's non-stop action movie opens with words uttered by Eleanor Roosevelt: “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." The quote could instead be something like this: "The present belongs to those who believe in the power of their fists." Like the more elegantly written, elegantly made Thallumaala, RDX is a series of brute action sequences. These are choreographed by Anbariv, and these are the reasons for the film's existence. But there is the backbone of an emotional story. Lal and Maala Parvathi play the parents of Robert and Dony. Early on, as they prepare to leave for a church festival, we see her weeping that their son isn't home. We think that she is talking about Dony, who we have just seen near the church, and we think there is some father-son problem there. But what we don't yet know is that she is referring to Robert, who we have not met yet, and who will eventually come back home thirsting for revenge.

This is not exactly the world's newest story. But these small tweaks in the plot and the characters give the clichéd storyline enough intrigue to make RDX more than just a bunch of Insta-reels of fights. For instance, the writers Adarsh Sukumaran and Shabas Rasheed split the screenplay into two timelines. This gives us an indirect sense of how long certain feelings have festered. The indirect way the primary villain (Paulson, played by Vishnu Agasthya) is brought in – as someone’s brother – is interesting. All the performances are solid, and it helps that – apart from the central scene of home invasion that’s intended to make us side with one set of characters over another – nothing else is treated with melodrama. Even a big twist in a romantic angle is presented in the most matter-of-fact manner. This is a very sensible decision by the writers, because the emotions bind us to this story, but this is not an emotional story.

It’s an action story – and look at the indirect way the first fight begins. It has nothing to do with the principal characters. It is about a small-time political party worker named Peter. There are many names like this in the film, and at one point, when the name “Seban” is mentioned, the editor has to insert a cut of this character so that we recall who this Seban is. But if “Seban” and “Ratheesh” and “Davis” are unmemorable as individual characters, their presence adds texture and density to this story of war between a “colony” of troublemakers and the relatively upper-class trio of R and D and X. R and D, of course, stand for Robert and Dony. Neeraj Madhav plays X: as in, Xavier. His character is the most underdeveloped of the three, and you get the feeling he’s there simply so that the acronym of these three names can form a big blast of a title. (“RD” doesn’t quite have the same ring, or the same impact.)

The Anbariv duo stage the fights in a variety of locations and scenarios, from a church festival to a carnival to a boat to the streets of the colony. The latter is the highlight, not just because it is staged so well but because for a large part, it avoids the use of the most overused trope of Indian stunts: the slo-mo shot. When a man on a bike approaches another man and takes a swing at him, the real-time of the action leaves us a visceral thrill. The rest of the fights aren’t as powerful because they follow the pattern of “mass” movies: apart from the slo-mo that reduces tension, there’s the constant “swagger music” to inflate the importance of the central characters. Had the fights been given the same kind of consideration as the emotional beats, RDX would have been a much better movie. But at least, it’s not boring, and I think that counts for something these days.

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RDX: Robert Dony Xavier (2023), as is evident from the name, aims to be explosive and succeeds at being one, only partially. The newest addition to Malayalam mass entertainers, this film is director Nahas Hidayath’s debut project. With the background score by Sam C.S. and the action sequences choreographed by Anbariv, the film presents a predictable revenge saga that appears to be a little too generic and simplified.

So, the story follows the gang of three brothers, Robert and Donny, and their friend Xavier, played by Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese, and Neeraj Madhav, respectively. They are freshly out of college, full of that angry young man rage, and their simple solution to life’s various troubles is – no brownie points for guessing – beating people up. These guys are well-trained in martial arts, which works in their favor and justifies their tremendous action prowess, as shown in the film. The narrative moves back and forth, and we get introduction shots of the three main characters, both individually and together. These intros land pretty well, especially the repeated introduction of the group, both back in the 90s and during the present, and the shots pack a punch every time.

However, despite the high-voltage action sequences backed by a powerful BGM, the story seems to lack that extra spice it needed to live up to its title. The revenge plot and progression seem to follow the textbook rule of revenge dramas. Despite some sensitive scenes and gory violence, connecting with the characters emotionally or rooting for them becomes a little challenging.

Though the film takes a considerable amount of time to establish the backstory of the three protagonists, it fails to make an impact. Given the current situation of the three characters, who are now shown to leave their past lives behind and live like mature and responsible men, it is natural to expect that their backstory would have something hugely impactful to result in this present. However, the backstory offers no such insight, and the reason behind the group going their separate ways appears somewhat fragile. There are almost no highly intimate, personal stakes involved in their past, and the reason depicted is rather generic and also resolved too soon. With the presence of two female leads, it feels like the backstory will get them involved to create a tense and compelling past, but no such thing happens.

However, one particular aspect that stands out in the film is that despite being an out-and-out action film, it portrays masculine rage quite finely and without appearing glaringly problematic. The three men here think of beating people up as the solution to most problems, but they don’t necessarily have anger issues or unresolved trauma that they channel through their fights. They fight for legitimate causes and also out of respect for their lessons in martial arts. Robert, Davy, and Xavier are not women-hating misogynists who find comfort in fights. They are rather lover boys and doting sons who dream of leading a simple life with their family and friends. This balanced portrayal of the angry young men adds to the film’s appeal.

The villains, however, could have been presented in a more menacing way. Though Vishnu Agasthya does a great job as Paulson, somewhere, the narrative seems to fail to justify his rage. 90s villain Babu Antony could have also been used better here. The villain gang appears to be engaged in violence for the sake of it, and though that trope might work for certain films, it doesn’t work that well here. As a result, we get an unhinged band of goons who belong to a specific colony (and here comes the problematic portrayal of the colony) and are always ready to get into vicious fights without any apparent and glaring reasons.

Despite being a little too long and yet not entirely sufficient, RDX works reasonably well because of its music and fiery action sequences. The lead actors here have done a great job, and none of their punches miss a beat. As for the BGM, the song Neela Nilave deserves a special mention. Its fusion of classical and contemporary music, coupled with the brilliant choreography, elevates the mood of the film in many folds. Overall, with pulsating action and acting, RDX is a good one-time watch to get that adrenaline kicking!

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RDX Malayalam Movie Review: Gripping Action Drama

RDX Malayalam Movie Review: RDX is a captivating Malayalam film that delves into the lives of three enigmatic characters, each of whom experiences a significant transformation when their true identities are revealed.

RDX Malayalam Movie Review: Shane Nigam’s portrayal of Robert, Antony Varghese’s embodiment of Dony, and Neeraj Madhav’s depiction of Xavier contribute to the film’s powerful performances. As their faces are exposed, their characters undergo a riveting journey that showcases their complexities and inner conflicts.

RDX Malayalam Movie Review Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | 4/5

RDX Malayalam Movie Cast: Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese, Neeraj Madhav

RDX Malayalam Movie Director: Nahas Hidayath

RDX Malayalam Movie Review

RDX is a captivating Malayalam film that delves into the lives of three enigmatic characters, each of whom experiences a significant transformation when their true identities are revealed. Under the skillful direction of Nahas Hidayath and the creative pens of writers Nahas Hidayath, Shabas Rasheed, and Adarsh Sukumaran, the narrative unfolds with intrigue and depth.

Shane Nigam’s portrayal of Robert, Antony Varghese’s embodiment of Dony, and Neeraj Madhav’s depiction of Xavier contribute to the film’s powerful performances. As their faces are exposed, their characters undergo a riveting journey that showcases their complexities and inner conflicts.

Director Nahas Hidayath guides the story’s progression with finesse, keeping the audience engaged in the suspenseful unveiling of secrets. The pacing of the film allows for gradual character development and revelation, maintaining a sense of anticipation throughout.

The collaboration between the writers brings depth to the storyline, crafting an intricate narrative web that ties the characters’ fates together. As the layers of their lives are peeled back, the film offers a blend of emotion, action, and introspection that resonates with the viewers.

RDX tands out not only for its gripping plot but also for its technical execution. The direction captures the essence of the characters’ journeys, while the cinematography and sound design enhance the overall cinematic experience.

The choice of cast is commendable, with Shane Nigam, Antony Varghese, and Neeraj Madhav delivering performances that breathe life into their respective characters. Their chemistry and authenticity contribute to the film’s realism and emotional impact.

To sum up, RDX is a thought-provoking Malayalam movie that navigates the realms of mystery, identity, and transformation. Under the direction of Nahas Hidayath and the creative talents of the writing team, the film offers an engaging and compelling cinematic journey. With its strong performances and intriguing narrative, RDX leaves a lasting impression on the audience.

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RDX: Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast

• Release Date 25 August 2023
• Language Malayalam
• Genre Action
• Duration 2h 31min
• Cast Antony Varghese, Shane Nigam, Neeraj Madhav, Lal, Mahima Nambiar, Maala Parvathi, Baiju, Aima Sebastian, Babu Antony, Shammi Thilakan, Nishanth Sagar
• Director Nahas Hidayath
• Writer Nahas Hidayath, Shabas Rasheed, Adarsh Sukumaran
• Cinematography Alex J. Pulickal
• Music Sam C.S.
• Producer Nahas Hidayath, Sophia Paul
• Production Weekend Blockbusters
• Certificate U/A

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Three best friends Robert (Shane Nigam), Donnie (Antony Varghese) and Xavier (Neeraj Madhav) have to change their ways when their faces are exposed.

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RDX review: A high-octane action entertainer with stylish fights

'RDX' has a plot that's laced with revenge, romance, and songs besides beautifully choreographed fight scenes that form its soul.

Published:Aug 25, 2023

A poster of the film 'RDX'. (Twitter)

Paisa-vasool entertainer!

RDX (Malayalam)

• Cast: Antony Varghese, Shane Nigam, and Neeraj Madhav
• Director: Nahas Hidhayath
• Producer: Weekend Blockbusters
• Music: Sam CS
• Runtime: 2 hours 31 minutes
• Cast: Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif, Emraan Hashmi, and Revathy
• Director: Maneesh Sharma
• Producer: Aditya Chopra
• Music: Pritam Chakraborty
• Runtime: 2 hours 35 minutes

The title of a movie plays an important role as the audience has expectations of the film. RDX is such a movie which created hype with its title before its release.

Robert, Dony, and Xavier (RDX) are the three major characters in the movie. And it’s a pretty smart move to finalise this title.

RDX is a movie that is aimed as an action entertainer. Action choreography and the way it’s executed are some of the elements that keep the audience watching the movie.

RDX has a plot that has revenge, romance, and songs — some of the common ingredients for a mass entertainer. It also has the background of Perunnal (Church festival) where fights happen.

Movies such as Angamaly Diaries (2017) and Porinju Mariyam Jose (2019) also have these festivals in their plot, and the core story revolves around this.

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‘RDX’ has Antony Varghese, Shane Nigam and Neeraj Madhav. (Supplied)

In RDX , the story starts with a Perunnal where a fight happens when Dony encounters a gang that picks up a quarrel with his father Philip (Lal).

In retaliation to this issue, the same gang attacks Dony and his family in the middle of the night. Damage is done in this scene as Robert and Xavier are alerted.

The RDX team unites again to take revenge for this brutal attack.

The camera now pans to the past of the trio who get well-trained in martial arts, especially Karate. The three-man gang have a lavish lifestyle as they belong to wealthy families.

Dony and Robert are brothers and Xavier is the son of their martial arts teacher Antony (Babu Antony). They are good friends, too, and the director creates enough and more fight sequences for the actors.

However, the issues created by the trio become a headache for the families.

To make matters worse, the RDX gang gets involved in a brawl with a group of people in a colony during the Carnival in Kochi. After this incident, the three men aren’t much involved in street fights. But they have an enemy who wants to take revenge.

This story is all about his revenge and how the RDX team tackle the situation.

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Actions scenes are highlight.

Nahas Hidhayath’s directorial ‘RDX’. (Supplied)

Debutant director Nahas Hidhayath pens a usual revenge story. But the screenplay by Adarsh Sukumaran and Shabhas gave it the comical elements.

RDX has beautifully choreographed fight scenes that form its soul.

Even though the family story, the flick moves forward with the swag of three main actors — Antony Varghese, Neeraj Madhav and Shane Nigam.

It also has a song sung by Neeraj Madhav, which gives momentum to the action scenes directed by Anbarivu.

The composition by Sam CS gives a rhythm to the movie and the background music gives goosebumps to the youngsters.

Since the plot is based on fights, the film has 6-8 action sequences.

The Carnival fight and the climax fight scenes are exceptional ones. The actors did their part well in here.

Antony Varghese already has a fanbase with his action films like Angamaly Diaries and Ajagajantharam (2021).

But Babu Antony, who himself is a martial arts specialist, should have been given extra action sequences.

Interestingly, a fight sequence has been given to Mahima Nambiar who plays the role of Mini. She has a good role as the pair of Robert.

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Performances.

The music of ‘RDX’ is composed by Sam CS. (Supplied)

Performance-wise, Neeraj Madhav has an interesting role — with both serious and comical moments. A dancer himself, the actor shines as a fighter too, in RDX .

Antony Varghese can be the next bankable actor. His admirers can be seen cheering inside the theatre for his action scenes. He did a decent job.

Shane Nigam, who is also a dancer, did well in the action scenes.

Each actor has been given equal importance in this action entertainer.

Vishnu Agasthya is at his best as the main antagonist Paulson. Earlier, he proved his mettle in offbeat films and even the recent movie O Baby .

Being an action film, female actors don’t have much to do. However, Mahima Nambiar as Mini delivers a good performance.

Lal as Philip gets nothing much to perform, but his character is relevant to the plot.

Babu Antony too is good in action scenes.

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RDX is a paisa-vasool action entertainer targeting youth and family audiences this festival season.

(Views expressed here are personal.)

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