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3/10
Annapoorani": A Forced Interfaith Romance and advertisment for meat eaters..
draul-851623 December 2023
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Instead of pushing boundaries and fostering understanding, "Annapoorani" reinforces existing biases and simplifies complex issues. This is a mess of a film that could have sparked important conversations but this version is biased and ridiculous.

The film falls back on tired tropes of interfaith relationships. The Brahmin family is portrayed as blindly conservative and resistant to change, while the other faith followers appears overly accepting and welcoming, creating a stark binary that feels simplistic and inaccurate. This reinforces harmful stereotypes rather than challenging them, offering no room for the complexities and individual variations within both communities.

The manipulative aspect of the film lies in its emotional bait-and-switch. Eating meat is considered taboo in Brahmin family, but chef yearns for it, making the faith look bad..Then it builds up the interfaith romance as forbidden yet sacred love. This feels like a cheap trick to evoke tension , leaving viewers frustrated and cheated.

"Annapoorani" had the chance to be a a celebration of love beyond societal constraints. However, its reliance on clichés, manipulation, and missed opportunities makes it a disappointing experience.
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3/10
Movie that could have been much better
jaatdrpf31 December 2023
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In this movie, an Iyenger eats meat, learns to cook beef! Can't they show a successful chef by not hurting a community's beliefs.

They showed it as breaking orthodoxy but where is the inclusiveness, art shouldn't portray anyone's deep-rooted beliefs as something that is regressive.

Overall, Nayanthara's acting is good as always and i'd given 3 stars because of her acting.

A film on a subject like this could have been so much inspiring for everybody but sadly the makers chose to portray a community's beliefs as orthodoxy that stopped me from enjoying this film, and also limiting an audience to enjoy Nayanthara's film!
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3/10
Apologist Script & Researchless work
rohanmankani6 January 2024
Its sad to see lazy script work still trying to make the typical anti brahmin rhetoric work in todays times.....plus the atempts to glorify other religions at the expense and tolerance one simply shows how oblivious the director and nayanthara are from ground realities.....the appeasement scenes dont make feel good but are absolutley cringy....master chefs look like uncles from a bar who had nothing better to do so they decided to act in this film.... Acting wise Nayanthara sleepwalks half the movie and all others are just happy to be working with her to really focus on their characters......finally much research was needed on the food element and not copy Rattetouille so evidently......taste buds are all dependant on your nose too....what u perceive is not dependant on only one sense....a very poor effort...
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1/10
Religion sentiment
sudeshpro28 December 2023
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The movie could avoid religious sentiment on the movie as will divide the people of India and The movie relies on clichés about interfaith relationships, portraying the Brahmin family as overly conservative and resistant to change, while depicting followers of another faith as excessively accepting. This simplistic portrayal perpetuates stereotypes without addressing the complexities and individual differences within both communities. Additionally, the film manipulates emotions through a bait-and-switch tactic, portraying eating meat as taboo in the Brahmin family, creating tension around the forbidden yet sacred nature of the interfaith romance. This approach feels like a cheap trick, leaving viewers feeling frustrated and deceived.
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Exhilaratingly Dull
best-review1 December 2023
Brace yourselves for a cinematic masterpiece! This riveting film unfolds with a plot so exhilaratingly dull, it makes watching paint dry feel like a roller coaster ride. The characters? Oh, they're practically dripping with charisma, said no one ever.

Prepare to be swept away by the gripping screenplay that's as engaging as a blank wall. The plot twists are so mind-bogglingly hilarious; you'll question if you accidentally stumbled into a comedy instead of a cinematic marvel. And those dialogues? Well, let's just say Shakespeare would be green with envy.

As for the direction, it's a true blast from the past, bringing you the cutting-edge techniques of yesteryear. Move over, modern cinema! Nayanthara graces the screen looking like she stepped straight out of an AI-generated dream - because who needs real emotions anyway? Her performance, oh, it's a masterclass in monotony; forget about bringing anything new to the character, she's practically on repeat.

But fear not, dear viewer, because the production values are at least decent - if you consider "decent" a compliment. The cinematography? Oh, it's so fine that even your grandma's old home videos could give it a run for its money.

And the music? Well, it's the kind of dullness that could lull a caffeinated hummingbird into a deep slumber.

In conclusion, I wholeheartedly and with overflowing enthusiasm, don't recommend this film. It's an absolute must-not-see for anyone who values their time and sanity.
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7/10
I want the Vadakkans to stop infecting the south - Is it possible?
Vetrrich_Chelvan16 January 2024
The hate towards Annapoorani is unjustifiable and is motivating for me to give it ten stars, although I will give a seven for this film, it deserves a six. It is not a film that is aimed to spread false propaganda. For people, who watch Tamil films regularly, we know that we love spreading unity among religions and we have always included scenes in our films which portray the unity between the Hindus and the Muslims. Annapoorani has just done that.

Annapoorani narrates the tale of Annapoorani, a girl who is born in a Brahmin family, setting her aspirations to become India's best chef. Unfortunately, the Brahmin community doesn't eat non vegetarian and they see it as a sin, and her family has been traditionally cooking vegetarian food for the people who visit the temple and for the God himself.

Now, if Annapoorani's aspirations have to come true, she has to eat and cook non-vegetarian food which means that her ancestry is going to take a hit. Annapoorani is in a tough position much like the main character in the film 'Elemental'. Both of these films talk about a girl's aspirations getting hindered by parental/societal expectations. She might also be in love with a person who is not of her religion - this track of the story although was not explored much, does not promote love jihad.

The plot line of Annapoorani is solid. It has its heart straight in convincing people that religion/caste is just a belief and doesn't become your identity or define your actions. The film is typically progressive for people from the south and expectantly regressive for people from the north because they are aggressive about religion stuff.

The ideas of Annapoorani are fresh. The rivalry between the greatest chef in India and his son is cliche af. The cooking reality show in the film is much better than the actual reality shows that we see on movies. The films has taken cheesy steps to promote communal unity which was cringe-worthy.

I think negative publicity has a value and this movie is going to get even more popular thanks to our Vadakkan brothers. The greatest mistake ever made is to dub this film in Hindi. Must have avoided that.

160123NETFLIX Vetrrich Chelvan.
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10/10
A very good movie
shrihemukodak15 January 2024
Lucky that I watched it in Netflix the day it was released. Well I don't understand with how this hurts the community sentiments as when lord Rama really hunted dear and there are inscriptions that they ate meat and eating meat is no where wrong as it is clearly prescribed in Ayurveda Charka Samaitha during certain ailments or basis on the requirement and talking about love jihad I didn't feel anything like that and what's wrong in loving a Muslim men when lord Perumal itself has a Muslim wife. Let's just not forget the humanity. This movie has nothing to do with religion it's purely creative.
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1/10
Annapoorani: A Disgraceful and Disappointing Film That Hurts Brahmin Culture and Tradition
hungamamovies2 January 2024
I watched Annapoorani with high expectations, as I am a fan of Nayanthara and a lover of food. However, I was deeply disappointed and offended by the film, which I found to be a mockery of my culture and tradition. The film shows a Brahmin woman secretly reading recipes for non-vegetarian dishes, which are considered taboo by orthodox Brahmins. The film depicts a Muslim boy falling in love with a Brahmin girl, which is seen as a violation of their religious and social norms. The film mocks the Brahmin rituals and practices, such as wearing the sacred thread and chanting mantras. The film also has a predictable and cliched plot, with many convenient and unrealistic twists and turns. The film does not explore the culinary aspects of the story enough, and lacks the mouth-watering visuals of food that one would expect from a film about a chef. The film has some poor sensibility and logic-defying scenes, especially in the second half. I felt that the film was an insult to my beliefs and lifestyle, and I regret wasting my time and money on it. I would not recommend this film to anyone who respects their culture and tradition.
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It wasn't fair on your part to make this movie :-(
snehasheelag5 January 2024
The Annaprna Movie is a nothing but a mockery on everything and misuse of the name what AnnaPurna stands for. It's nothing but an attack on anything remotely Hindu and glorification of preparing food sourced form violence on speechless souls - no medical, no environmental no economical justification at all - it s brutal attack on those who stand for non violence of all kinds - not sure what Ghandhi Foundations do or want now a days

Here is the true story of the contestant who refused to kill n cook but was allowed to use paneer instead of fish as a part of the contest: search google for "Indian chef refused to cook nonveg peta"
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8/10
Proud Prriyar Generation
ramesh_laksh13 January 2024
If world needs peace,unity & tranquility all religions must be decimated.

He began to question the contradictions in Hindu mythological stories. He believed that people used religion as a tool to deceive others, and he felt it was his responsibility to warn people against superstitions and priests.

Man treats woman as his own property and not as being capable of feelings, like himself. The way man treats women is much worse than the way landlords treat servants and the high-caste treat the low-caste. These treat them so demeaningly only in situations mutually affecting them; but men treat cruelly and as slaves, from their birth till death.
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1/10
Very boring
vkagag2 January 2024
Total zero. No surprise why this movie failed so badly. No proper message but pretending like a moral story in many scenes which is already seen in many old films, repeated masala wont work out and as many reviewers said it seems like a muslim appeasement movie which could have better avoided. Nayanthara makeup is too much in few scenes. Cooking film but cooking related is shown very little. In this ample of cooking techniqes, ideas and recipes they hardly choosed any. Waste of time. Nothing new. Could have passed the message with different concept. They failed in almost all the scenes. Even a failure movies few scenes would be thrilling and new but in this movie all are as usual. All the scenes are easily predictable. Some scenes seemed like power star comedy especially that namaz scene while cooking. Seriously, director has no knowledge at all. Evdn nayan acting seemed to be same like her previous movies. I skipped most of the scenes and finished watching this scene with in 20 to 30min. Overall very very boring hitech masala movie :))
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2/10
Pakka Appeasement movie don't waste your time
asundaram-519411 January 2024
The movie is utter waste of time of 2 hours 30 mins more, highlight is if your are Brahmin but when you do namaz the biriyani comes out well 😂 Joke of the year so you will find all these kind of appeasement and demeaning particular culture.

The movie would have been really good if they would have Removed religion cultural things( at least by not hurting one religion and promoting other religion) and instead promoted how a girl child can achieve goals in any career she deserves/wishes to be

Utter waste waste of time please spend quality time with some other good movie

I would say movie is purposely made to hurt ones sentiments.
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8/10
Food has no religion
afsal-8733913 January 2024
Don't know why Indians are becoming more conservative in terms of their faiths and beliefs. Annapoorani is a film based on a person's ambition to become a chef, but some lunatic people consider this as something destroying their 'beliefs' and calling out to ban this. In this democratic India, Muhammed Aqlaq was killed by some "lunatic religious" mobs falsely alleging himself of in possession of 'cow meat' which was later found out to be mutton . What an irony ,people are screaming for banning a film in the name of their 'beliefs'....... lunatic buffoons..... Indians are now becoming more conservative whether in cases of food,films, celebrity opinions etc....when are these going to change. God knows.
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1/10
Most Disgusting Movie
prasadraikar31 December 2023
Lot of unnecessary drama is added to the movie, religion angle has nothing to do with story still makers have added it and the climax is most disappointing. Not recommended to watch by anyone. Movie starts very good colourful story however as it progress there are many times in movie where maker have hurt religious sentiments. This as audience is not acceptable. They story is very basic like any other chef movies in the past nothing new or innovative. Unfortunately it fails to impress the audience. We can easily predict the storyline of the movie, please watch it at your risk...................
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1/10
Read this before watching the movie
kartikdas-9997431 December 2023
I think this movie is just a soft conversion movie more than based on cooking. I don't know why they used Hindu Muslim concept in a cooking based movie which is ridiculous.

And quotes from Ramayana and other are just baseless. One of the scene in which nayantara started doing namaz instead of cooking. Thats the worst scene in this movie. I hope this review will be same as many. I have never reviewed any movie before but i can't stop myself after watching this one. And hopefully i wish that girls will watch kerala story and kashmir files instead of watching these kind of soft conversion movie.
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1/10
Movie is having lots of hidden agenda
sampathnshetty1 January 2024
The movie in question presents a narrative that stirs controversy as it navigates through a storyline involving a girl from an orthodox Brahmin family engaging in practices that seemingly defy the norms of her religious background. Specifically, the portrayal includes the character praying in a manner associated with a different religious tradition and, perhaps more notably, participating in the preparation and consumption of non-vegetarian food.

At the heart of the concern lies the delicate nature of religious sentiments and the potential impact on the audience. The deliberate or accidental inclusion of scenes depicting a character deviating from the customs of her orthodox Brahmin upbringing raises questions about the intentions behind such creative choices. Does the movie aim to challenge societal norms and explore the boundaries of religious identity, or does it inadvertently send a message that might be construed as disrespectful?

Religion, being a deeply personal and sensitive aspect of individuals' lives, often becomes a touchstone for filmmakers seeking to explore themes of identity, rebellion, or cultural clashes. In the case of this particular movie, the deviation from orthodox Brahmin practices becomes a symbolic representation of the character's journey, sparking a nuanced discussion about the intersection of personal beliefs and societal expectations.

One perspective on the film argues that the intentional inclusion of such scenes might be a deliberate attempt to challenge stereotypes and encourage viewers to question rigid religious boundaries. By showcasing a character who breaks away from the expected norms, the movie could be seen as advocating for individual freedom and the right to make personal choices, even when faced with societal or familial pressure.

On the other hand, critics may contend that the movie, by depicting religious practices in a potentially disrespectful light, crosses a line that could offend a significant portion of its audience. The portrayal of the girl engaging in practices associated with another religious tradition could be seen as a lack of sensitivity towards the diverse beliefs of the audience, particularly those who identify with the Brahmin community.

Furthermore, the preparation and consumption of non-vegetarian food may be viewed as a deliberate provocation, as vegetarianism holds a significant place in Brahmin dietary practices. The decision to depict the character diverging from this dietary restriction could be interpreted as a sensationalized move to generate controversy and attention, potentially overshadowing any artistic merit the film may have.

The impact of such a portrayal extends beyond the screen, as it has the potential to influence real-world perceptions and attitudes. In a diverse society, where religious harmony is often delicately balanced, the responsibility of filmmakers to tread carefully in representing various faiths becomes paramount. The controversy surrounding the movie raises questions about the ethical considerations involved in storytelling, especially when it comes to matters as sensitive as religious beliefs.

In analyzing the audience's reaction to the film, it is essential to consider the diversity of perspectives within the Brahmin community and the broader society. While some viewers may appreciate the film's bold approach in challenging traditional norms, others may find it offensive and disrespectful. Striking a balance between creative expression and cultural sensitivity becomes a formidable task for filmmakers, as they navigate the fine line between pushing boundaries and avoiding unnecessary provocation.

It is worth examining whether the movie, in its attempt to create a thought-provoking narrative, could have achieved its goals without potentially offending religious sentiments. Filmmakers often grapple with the challenge of addressing societal issues while maintaining a degree of sensitivity to diverse beliefs. The portrayal of religious practices on screen requires a nuanced approach that acknowledges the significance of these practices to individuals and communities.

In conclusion, the movie's depiction of a girl from an orthodox Brahmin family engaging in practices that deviate from her religious background is a contentious choice that sparks debate about the boundaries of creative expression. Whether intentional or accidental, the portrayal raises questions about the responsibility of filmmakers in handling sensitive subjects, especially when it comes to matters of religious beliefs. The impact of such depictions on the audience's perceptions and the potential for real-world consequences underscore the need for a thoughtful and nuanced approach to storytelling that respects the diverse beliefs of the audience.
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1/10
Worst plot and interntion
durgaprasadc-241311 January 2024
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This movie is made with pucca propoganda. As if a chef should be non vegetarian and vegetarian shouldn't exists. And showed the Brahmin family is full conservative and Muslim family is well understanding family and they know about ramayan slokas and they know how many times we have to pray for lord Ganesha but a temple priest who is serving God for 20 years doesn't know all these.

Finally heroine does namaz to mythical character and cook biryani as if no one can cook biryani except that community.

Worst movie I have seen in the recent times. Nayanathara shouldn't have accepted this kind of movies as her milestone movie.
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1/10
Completely baseless..Not worth of watching
venkatarakla2 January 2024
This is foolish movie with baseless story line. I am puzzled how lead actresses agreed to do this kind of movie. Simply appeasement to one community and showing disrespect to other communities.#Netflix movie selection team lost the mind in getting this kind off movie. Shame on #Netflix.

This is foolish movie with baseless story line. I am puzzled how lead actresses agreed to do this kind of movie. Simply appeasement to one community and showing disrespect to other communities.#Netflix movie selection team lost the mind in getting this kind off movie. Shame on #Netflix.

#Netflix team select right movies.
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10/10
Very Good and inspiring movie
tromania-3122523 January 2024
This is a very good and inspiring movie. It's represented women empowerment. In this prejudiced society of ours, women have to face many hurdles to move forward. She has to overcome various ups and downs in life and succeed. Frustrated people in society are drawn to them like a magnet. It is possible for a girl to increase the dignity of her family. This movie is a reflection of that.

I think everyone should watch this movie... Also, I would like to say that those who want to keep women at home for the sake of religion, are actually afraid of falling behind women, so they use religion as a signpost. Those who are like that stay away from this movie.
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1/10
Time waste and absolute Rubbish
prafulgraphics2 January 2024
Waste of time. While watching this Movie on Netflix, it felt like Switching Off multiple times. But, I kept on watching till the time the final Competition came where Chef Nayantara had to unnecessarily show off by wearing Hijab to get feeling for preparing Biryani in the Competition. That point, I couldn't control the Movie propaganda anymore.

Strangely in the entire Movie, "a Muslim" was showcased as "Pandit" who knows much more about Hindu Culture, Traditions and Purana's than Purohit. Muslim guy is continuously brainwashing by quoting irrelevant Sanskrit quotes and misguiding for wrong deeds.

Is that really an Inspirational Story of a Girl wanting to be Chef?

No, it was reality of How conversions and brain washing is done nowadays!
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1/10
Pathetic Movie
aurelianrodrigues3 January 2024
I have lost the faith in Indian movies be it Bollywood or South Movies. We are definitely number one in producing number of movies but I think quality is far from our reach.

Coming to Annapoorni, another pathetic movie in the club. When I compare this movie with one of the finest like "HUNGER" we are no where. Disastrous movie!.

I don't know when we will stop selling superstars and actually start selling good scripts with good writers. The theme of focusing on Superstars is common in Bollywood as well where people fillup theaters in the name of BIGGIES irrespective of focusing on contents.

I am sorry to say this but I have started losing faith in Indian cinema utter nonsense.
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1/10
A piece of crap
anormalguy-490003 January 2024
"Anapoorni" fails to live up to its name, offering a disappointing portrayal of a food lover. The film falls short in showcasing the art of cooking, leaving audiences feeling ashamed by its lack of substance. With an expectation for culinary delight, viewers are instead served a tasteless narrative that misses the opportunity to depict the joy of appeasement through food. Unfortunately, "Anapoorni" proves to be a letdown, lacking the essence and depth one would anticipate from a film centered around the love of food. The disappointment resonates as the movie struggles to capture the true essence of culinary passion, ultimately leaving audiences with a bitter aftertaste.
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2/10
Pathetic movie shame on creators of this movie
jishantjangdej12 January 2024
The portrayal of Shree Ram and Sita consuming meat during vanvas may not align with ancient Hindu texts. Such deviations from established narratives can be viewed as misleading and potentially contribute to misinformation. It is crucial for creators to prioritize accuracy and sensitivity when depicting revered figures, rather than sensationalizing for commercial gains. This kind of misrepresentation can be considered disrespectful to the cultural and religious sentiments of the audience, and it is disappointing when creators prioritize sensationalism over authenticity Shame on creators for doing this.
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1/10
Worse
ajithsenapathi5 January 2024
Worst movie in my entire life dont watch this non respected religion thoughts the dialogue writer had learnt the dialoges from the septic tank by ate the stuff at there he had wrote all dialogues are u ever seen at any one place that priest has lifted swords on their hands if they can do that are they cant save the kashmir m i right or wrong they were made to create the piece in our homes not to kill some one like chr-mus they killed somany in our country even though we are giving respect after that also they see our religion as fake theirs are truth is their any kind of a proof exists my answer is no....even they also dont have any kind of allah and jesus as a god proofs.
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1/10
Culture choas
mahating4 January 2024
"Cultural Chaos"

"Cultural Chaos" disappoints on multiple fronts, earning a resounding thumbs down. Firstly, its offensive portrayal of various cultures leaves a sour taste, perpetuating harmful stereotypes that do more harm than entertain.

The film's content is a sorry excuse for storytelling, lacking depth and coherence. It meanders aimlessly, leaving audiences perplexed and unengaged throughout. The missed opportunity to convey the true essence of ethical choices, such as not eating meat and avoiding harm to animals, is evident. Instead, the narrative inexplicably veers into irrelevant territories like caste issues, muddying the waters of its intended message.

One of the film's major flaws is its blatant disregard for the values and traditions of different communities. It fails to appreciate the nuances of diverse belief systems, choosing instead to trample on cultural sensitivities. This oversight not only alienates viewers but also showcases a lack of respect for the rich tapestry of human experiences.

In summary, "Cultural Chaos" is a cinematic misstep, with offensive content, poor storytelling, and a misguided attempt to address ethical concerns. It fails to honor the essence of its subject matter, leaving audiences questioning its purpose and execution.
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