Adithya Varma

Adithya Varma poster

Adithya Varma is a 2019 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Gireesaaya in his directorial debut and produced by Mukesh Mehta under E4 Entertainment. The film stars newcomer Dhruv Vikram, son of prominent Tamil actor Vikram, in the titular role alongside Banita Sandhu in her Tamil debut. It is a remake of the Telugu film Arjun Reddy, which was released in 2017 and starred Vijay Deverakonda and Shalini Pandey in the lead roles.

The narrative of Adithya Varma revolves around a brilliant but impulsive young surgeon, Adithya Varma (played by Dhruv Vikram), who spirals into self-destruction after the marriage of his girlfriend, Meera (played by Banita Sandhu), to someone else. The film explores themes of love, loss, and redemption, set against the backdrop of medical college and the healthcare profession.

Plot

Adithya Varma, a meritorious yet volatile medical student, excels in his academic pursuits but struggles with anger management issues. His life takes a tumultuous turn when he falls in love with Meera, a fellow medical student. Despite their deep affection, societal pressures and circumstances lead to Meera marrying another man, triggering a destructive path for Adithya. The film delves into Adithya's journey of self-destruction, substance abuse, and his eventual struggle towards healing and redemption with the help of his close friends and family.

Cast

• Dhruv Vikram as Adithya Varma
• Banita Sandhu as Meera Shetty
• Priya Anand as Priya Menon
• Anbu Thasan as Mani
• Leela Samson as Adithya's grandmother

Production

The film's production began after the original Tamil remake of Arjun Reddy, titled Varmaa, directed by Bala, was scrapped due to creative differences between the director and the production house. The producers then decided to re-shoot the entire film with a new cast and crew, retaining only Dhruv Vikram from the original project. Gireesaaya, who was an assistant director on Arjun Reddy, was roped in to helm the project, marking his directorial debut.

Music

The soundtrack and score of Adithya Varma were composed by Radhan, who also worked on the original Arjun Reddy film. The music received positive reviews, with tracks like "Edharkadi" and "Yaen Ennai Pirindhaai" becoming popular among the audience.

Release and Reception

Adithya Varma was released on 21 November 2019 and received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. Dhruv Vikram's performance was particularly praised, with many noting his ability to convey deep emotions and his dedication to the role. The film was also appreciated for its faithful adaptation of the original while making necessary changes to suit the Tamil audience.

See Also

• Arjun Reddy
• Kabir Singh - Hindi remake of Arjun Reddy
• Tamil cinema
• Remake