Makhi

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Makhi is a dubbed version of Telugu film Eega. Since the movie has already reviewed by Harish, I would like to point you to his review. Thank you!

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Running time: 135 minutes
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Makhi is a dubbed version of Telugu film Eega. Since the movie has already reviewed by Harish, I would like to point you to his review. Thank you!

- meeta, a part of the audience

27 reviewers(?) - 25 yays 0 so-so 2 nays

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Thumbs up, by Subhash K Jha, Apun Ka Choice : ...the fly creates quite a buzz! ... full review

Thumbs up, by Bobby Sing, Bobby Talks Cinema.com : ...The film proudly proves that CINEMA in South India is miles ahead than what is being made in Bollywood. Movies To See Before You Die.... full review

Thumbs up, by Taran Adarsh, Bollywood Hungama : ...Unlike most times when I forewarn my readers to leave their brains at home, I'd like to pronounce that you need to wear your thinking caps while watching MAKKHI.... full review

Thumbs up, by Deboshree Ghosh, Bollywood Life : ...Makkhi buzzes its way into our hearts!... full review

Thumbs up, by Khalid Mohamed, Deccan Chronicle : ...It packs a sting... full review

Thumbs up, by Shabana Ansari, DNA : ...This typical South Indian fare is sprinkled liberally with masala and served hot with dollops of passion, vendetta, reincarnation and the triumph of good over evil. ... full review

Thumbs up, by Vivek Bhatia, Filmfare : ...Kudos to Kotagiri Venkateshwar Rao for coming up with such a novel concept and director Rajamouli for his commendable execution. Despite the umpteen absurdities, Makkhi comes across as utterly ridiculous, yet believable.... full review

Thumbs up, Free Press Journal : ...The symbolism (possibly un-intentioned) of the vulnerable and seemingly meek becoming all-powerful when infused with the strength of purpose and single-minded devotion to cause, makes for a telling moral.... full review

Thumbs up, by Deepa Garimella, fullhyd.com : ...Turning a filthy insect into a protagonist you laugh and cry with, Eega is a rollicking entertainer movie that also accomplishes something else - pushes the boundaries of the Telugu film industry's imagination.... full review

Thumbs up, by Martin D'Souza, Glamsham.com : ... It's another story that I had to literally bulldoze my way into buying a ticket at IMAX since I was the only one for the first show at 3.45pm. ... full review

Thumbs up, by Anupama Chopra, Hindustan Times : ... Makkhi is the most outlandish film I've seen in years. It's also the most fun I've had in a theatre recently. ... full review

Thumbs up, by Rajeev Masand, IBN Live : ...Kannada actor Sudeep plays his part of the cold-hearted villain with true comic book flair and even a cartoonish tinge.... full review

Thumbs up, by Vinayak Chakravorty, india today : ...It's 's absurd. It's amazing.... full review

Thumbs up, by Shubra Gupta, indian express : ...‘Makkhi’ gives us a refreshingly different, innovative take on a little creature one tends to swat away and forget : in SS Rajamouli’s hugely entertaining film... full review

Thumbs up, by Apurv Bhatia, koimoi : ...Not just for the kids, even the adults might want to have a look atleast once at this piece. They just might end up rooting for the ‘housefly’ !... full review

Thumbs up, Movie Talkies : ...An interesting plot, brilliant performances and path breaking CGI (according to Indian standards) make this film a must-watch!... full review

Thumbs up, by Deepti Assnani, MoviezADDA : ...Although generally it is believed that dubbed stories are doomed, yet Makkhi makes an exception.... full review

Thumbs up, by Mansha Rastogi, Now Running.com : ... perfect example of the wonders a human brain can do if you just let it wander out of the box... full review

Thumbs up, by Namrata Joshi, Outlook India : ...Take the age-old reincarnation theme of Indian films, add a dash of fantasy and sci-fi and a moral more implicit than overt and what you get is a winsome film. ... full review

Thumbs up, by Ankur Pathak, Rediff : ...The Hindi dubbing is superficial and substandard but that doesn't matter much. ... full review

Thumbs up, by Sonia Chopra, Sify Movies : ...Technically, the film is a treat. In this carefully crafted 'live-action' film, the makkhi dances, flies, cries and emotes with gusto! ... full review

Thumbs up, by K N Gupta, SmasHits.com : ...a movie you miss at your peril.... full review

Thumbs up, Star Blockbuster : ...he film could have been shorter by 10 minutes and excluded superstition stuff about tantriks.... full review

Thumbs up, by Meena Iyer, Times of India : ...The portion involving a tantrik is pure hog-wash and more suited to a B-grade horror film than here. But this is a minor irritant in an otherwise enjoyable film. ... full review

Thumbs up, by Shomini Sen, Zee News : ...the film works mostly because of two reasons - its creativity and to make a mundane run of the mill revenge story so appealing.... full review

Thumbs down, by Mayank Shekhar, Daily Bhaskar : ...This is because the protagonist is a fly! And that’s a problem. Of all southern remakes, this is the one that could do with being re-shot with larger budgets, re-edited with snappier cuts, rather than merely being re-released. ... full review

Thumbs down, by Fatema H Kagalwala, India Entertainment : ...However, it holds onto good old story-telling conventions and serves a tight and engaging dramatic piece but as a lasting experience it falls way short.... full review

98 tweeters(?) - 93 yays 3 so-so 2 nays

viveckray: hev u sin makhhi?it's an outstanding film really.

vibharishi: Saw English Vinglish last weekend and Makkhi this weekend. Liked both. One was thought provoking and charming, the other kitschy n charming

varunvarghese: Unintentionally funny at many places bt how can you not appreciate the innovation and originality. Reminded me of Mr. India #Makkhi

urstrulyjatin: i m really upset with team of #makkhi..why did they taking it in a light way..it is even better than#3idiots

umnazz: Watched Makkhi(Naan Eee)OMG what a movie..completely njoyed every scene ov it..and now what??..mmm.. Lights off..Music on!!! Happy Ninni :)

UditaJ: Next time will think twice b4 complaining about there being a fly in my soup or swatting 1 across the room. #Makkhi rocks @Apurvasrani yes?

Three20kbps: Makkhi is the ideal example of how you should execute your incredible idea!

TheKnowItAll99: My favorite telugu movie is now dubbed in hindi!!! Eega to Makkhi. xD

THEGR8HERO: saw #Makkhi today..never thot that i will be so entertaining... must watch for all:)

tarun59: "Makkhi" ...AMAZING, when it comes to total paisa vasool..rapchik entertainment ......South industry is undoubtedly front runner

SudhirPuthran: Watch 'Makhi' the only original Indian movie in recent times!

Sudhanshu2tweet: I am not political man so i went to watch Aiyya, did not get ticket. Watched MAKKHI and it was 100% paisa vasool. Must watch !!

SpoiltEngineer: Makkhi deserves 4 stars. Must watch. #Makkhi

Spike_ace: Makkhi nice funny movie. More story than ready bodyguard and ra.one combined :-)

SinSerenity: Two hour long session at college in the morning and had to present a topic followed by some nice time watchng #makkhi, a good sunday overall

singhcd: Makkhi -(cont.)And both of them are characterised so strongly,that even such a weird concept seems plausible.Hats off to the director(cont.)

signature7777: Saw #Makkhi movie today in theatre. Superb movie. Great effects. Do watch it. Better than #RaOne. South film industry rocks

ShujathUllakhan: #Makkhi is an ultimate movie Awesome movie for kiddos!

shekharkapur: This weekend take ur family 2 c #Makhi. One of most original films 2 come out of India

Shantykins: #Makkhi is bizarrely brilliant. Take a bow #Rajamouli. You are one crazy but utterly genius filmmaker. And #Sudeep, just wow. Bloody fun!

shaileshkapoor: Makkhi was such fun. And endless imagination on display. Much respect for @ssrajamouli

Saveeta: Makkhi - a true Super 'Hit' - watch it !

salveswapnil: "Makkhi" is a techincal stunner & hugely entertaining. Fly high with this Makkhi.Superb,Excellant & Brilliant Makkhi..A Must watch:) :D

Sadhogopal: First #Makkhi and now Felix's #Livejump. Entertainment of surreal kind back to back!

SachinTongali: makkhi the ultimate film

sabbir_2011: Very nice film MAKKHI

s_vinit: #Makkhi is what happens when we try to push the boundaries...

Ruchika_MS: #Barfi, #EnglishVinglish, now #Makkhi. Simple stories executed beautifully by people who had the balls to believe in their ideas. Respect!

raviseo: #makkhi awesome movie must watch :)

rakeshrg: #Makkhi is by far the most entertaining and creative muvi of this year! Guys don't miss it for anything... @ssrajamouli sir take a bow!

rajupp: Watched Makkhi last night. Real good entertainer.

rahulsingh18: Saw Makkhi..awsum...in awe with the imagination of the maker...so innovative..

raghuvendras: Enjoyed Makkhi. Unique concept. Superb performance by Makkhi ;)

Pushkarr: Got lucky with two back to back good movies. Oh My God and Makkhi.

punvati: Everyone should watch Makhhi just to discover how 2 straight hours of facepalming can translate into solid entertainment.

pratishthaD: Makkhi . Loved it! Not laughed and whistled this much in a while. #makkhi

PratikBeing: just saw the movie 'MAKKHI'. Fantastic

Pokie_trends: with english vinglish, omg, barfee and now #makkhi so many hits back to back.Good that filmmakers have finally realized what audience like

parekhm: Believe it or not - saw Makkhi today...found it lol funny in a nonsensical way - a lot of clever thought behind all of it - see it !!

nitishjat4: #makkhi is a treat ,never enjoyed so much,hell with the new movies and specially one in the oscar

nimishmoon: Visual Delight, Technical Stunner, kick to senses, Mad roller coaster, Outlandish Idea!! Yes that truly sums up "Makkhi"!!

Nikhil_Rams: #Makkhi Credit to SS Rajamouli though for a refreshingly original and imaginative concept that entertains for most parts.

naveenz2: Dont miss makkhi the movie technically great, kids wud love the animation effects

mridulad: Did I say I saw Makkhi and quite liked it!

moneyeesh: Makhi - the ultimate revenge story... :)

MeenuKumarr: Makkhi what a superb film. Never had so much fun in a theatre before. Respect @ssrajamouli sir

manjarimukul: Makkhi,,wat film,full on entertaining masala movie,,hats off to the team..wat concept..

leo12th: Makhi has all d 3 elements which makes a movie a complete movie, Entertainment Entertainment and Entertainment, a must watch movie:):):):)

kumartaurani: Just seen #Makkhi Well done @ssrajamouli Good work keep up....

kubrasait: Love #Makkhi GO FLY GO!! I love you @KicchaSudeep I do!! Killer film…

KicchaSudeep: Makkhi pks up well on sat,,almost doubld on saturday... Grt news.... Ssr deserves every bit of it...I mean ,,every,,,bit,,of it.

kalpsgr: Makkhi- A must watch movie, Bollywood type story & emotion, Hollywood type animation aur South ka action &acting. Gajab combination hai.

jyotirana2: Anything n everything can happen in a movie MAKHI is a stand out example.A technical thriller. Maddddd roller coaster.

justmessi29: watched makkhi...must say truely a technical brilliant stunner...now wondering hw in d hell he got this idea!!!

jitendrapal1302: Makkhi failed to do a good business, but its a very nyc movie Now eyes on STOY on Friday, followed by all awaited JAB TAK HAI JAAN @iamsrk

JAM_reject: Makkhi...weirdly endearing. Gah.

JackassKhan: Makkhi is among the best movies ever made in India. Rajamouli most underrated Director with real talent.

ItsDextersPage: after long time have laugh out insanely! #makkhi is great fun,and what crap?makkhi have his/her/its own armor!2claps for creepy imagination.

im_adi: Makkhi really made me worry about my growing age. And about the love story age i lost. I haven't done any crazy things for girls in my life

iamVikramSingh: Guys go for Makkhi the hindi dubbed version of superhit telugu movie Eaga.fantastic awesome movie.cheers to SS Rajamouli

iam_ARB: #Makkhi is the most innovative film, I (OR anybody) hav seen in recent times.Outstanding Storytelling with100% entertainment by @ssrajamouli

iAdvertite: #Ayyaa .... Why did I dare to watch it :-( should have watched #makkhi again

hyd_nawab: Dear @kamaalrkhan don't criticize #Makkhi movie.. It is much much better movie than Deshdrohi. #Makkhi is fantastic movie.

hemapichholiya: #makkhi is a must watch movie :D

HeenaShinySingh: Makkhi!! Whataaaaaa fab movie.. Total entertainment..! Thank u @rahulnanda86 for making me watch it.. @KicchaSudeep was just toooooo HOT.. ♥

GuttuG: #Makkhi is outrageously awesome. Full time pass and total fun. And maaan.. Samantha looks B.E.A.utifool. 8/10

GRVee: Saw #makkhi Amazing VFX. Quite enjoyable. Though a little loud. Could have been a wee bit shorter. Fun, nevertheless.

girishjohar: With Makkhi getting so so much accolades...hoping that it reflects in BO too...a good entertaining film should always rewarded too !

Giri57Vijay: Makhi super commeddyy movie

GauJ: #Makkhi is an interesting watch...

ganeshasalunkhe: Makkhi is the awesome movie of the year friends most watch this heart touching love story

GAGANUPPAL9: Supperb movie.. Must watch.. #Makhi can kill you..

enigma_twit: Hats off to S S Rajamouli..another class movie....Eega aka Naan ee aka Makhhi

DURGASHANKAR100: #makkhi "movie" -makkhi is good and nise movie,it is megahit in 2012

Desi4mJC: Jus sw Makkhi!!!!! 2222 guddd! Eetin shwrma! N I got emoshun blckmalld!

chandan13april: Watched Makkhi.What a film.Grt Imagination.VFX is out of this world.Acting was also very good.Music Avg.Its a movie for all.My Rating--****

BolywoodLOLAndU: If you don't have anythimg to do go n watch #Makkhi , If you are busy get some time to watch #Makkhi #paisawasool

BhavnaGupta125: #Makkhi : impressed by technical work:)

belindax3: yeahhh, great job Makhi.

Bachelor_Blue_: Today I watched "Makkhi" , a good movie, new concept. Bollywood need to improve.

b_neelasri: Amazing action-packed film. #Makkhi

atulyaojha: Take out an evening from your life, leave your brains behind and go enjoy the craziness and sweetness of Makkhi :)

ashish30sharma: New supastar: Makkhi..don't miss it..a must watch..:)

arora_kushal: #makkhi is the amazingly entertaining and most innovative film. Loved it!

ankyno1: #Makkhi is amazingly entertaining... Awesome job...

an_wan: Makkhi.. wat a brilliant original idea .. amazing special effects and background score.. #mustwatch.. super fun

amolzee: Makhi. What an IDEA sirji. Must watch.

amishyam: Watched Makkhi today ...hindi version of Ega ..awesome

Amanempedia: "@Ganesh_205: #Makhi is a masterpiece.... It should have been the official entry to Oscars from India,dont knw who sent #Barfi"suicide karlu

akshat: #EEGA #MAKKHI is a must watch film, tremendous fun, awesome animation, lovely story, and above all superb acting by all...

ajaydevgnfan: watched makkhi today...there are only 1.5-2min voice of @ajaydevgn & Kajol....over all a great film.and yes a makkhi also can take revange.

abbasal43112497: This weekend take ur family 2 c #Makkhi. One of most original films 2 come out of India" #RajaMoulli

Aadii_: Makhi has a concept, most of bollywood writers Missed in between three glorious decades ! #Movies

Yashviee: Liked Makkhi for its nice, fresh imagination.. although the film is a little dragged!

TadviManish: Makkhi is a more of a comedy than romantic, good script nice VFX but we have seen it in Robot its a 2.5/5 for me Must watch one time.

SritikaDhar: So the ones who saw Aiyya are really regretting their decision.. while people like me who went for Makkhi are a lil better off..

vik_singhh: Fucking irritating movie !! #makhi i assure u that celebs aopreciate this coz of director.

AkhilaShankar: The day your folks ask you to watch makhi is the day you should come to term with the fact that they don't really like you

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Yay! Thumbs Up, by nikhil : great, original, unprecedented, deserve oscar, better than avatar

Yay! Thumbs Up, by Sanjeev Jha : Makhi is for everyone who loves sci-fimovies.

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