Kiss, written and directed by Sathish Krishnan and produced by Raahul under Romeo Pictures, is a fantasy romance drama with an interesting twist. The film stars Kavin and Preethi Asrani in the lead roles, with music composed by Jen Martin. The narration begins with the familiar voice of Vijay Sethupathi, who sets the tone of the story. The film seamlessly blends myth, reincarnation, and modern-day romance, aiming to connect with both young and family audiences.
The story opens in a mythical past, where an arrogant king strongly opposes love and punishes those who dare to fall in love. When he discovers one of his soldiers is in love, he cruelly punishes the couple, leading the soldier to curse the king. The curse ensures that in every birth, if the king falls in love, tragedy will follow. With regret, the king abandons his throne and disappears into the ocean with a mysterious book that records this prophecy. This sets the foundation for the modern storyline.
In the present day, Nelson (played by Kavin) is a man who despises love and never accepts people who fall for it. His life changes when Sarah (Preethi Asrani) accidentally hands him the very book from the past, mistaking it as his own. Slowly, Nelson and Sarah begin to fall for each other, but Nelson starts experiencing a strange ability to predict the future of lovers. This supernatural touch creates both tension and curiosity about whether Nelson’s love story will survive the curse or meet the same fate as the king’s past.
Performances add life to this fantasy-driven plot. Kavin delivers a strong performance as Nelson, balancing romance, humor, and emotional moments. Preethi Asrani as Sarah fits well into her role, portraying innocence and charm. VTV Ganesh, RJ Vijay, and other supporting actors contribute significantly to the humor in the second half, keeping the audience engaged. Devayani and Kowsalya lend maturity to the family portions, while Prabhu and Rao Ramesh bring depth as Nelson’s parents. Vijay Sethupathi’s voice-over narration adds credibility and richness to the film’s opening.
On the technical front, Harish Kannan’s cinematography captures the mythical flashbacks and modern sequences with clarity, while RC Pranav’s editing keeps the narrative smooth at a runtime of 143 minutes. Jen Martin’s music blends well with the mood of the story, though it shines most in the emotional sequences. Director Sathish Krishnan deserves credit for attempting a fresh storyline that mixes fantasy, curse, and romance with comedy. While the screenplay has its predictable moments, the humor and performances make Kiss a watchable entertainer that appeals to those who enjoy light-hearted love stories with a mythical twist.
