Watch the trailer of director Madhumita's latest offering, 'KD' a very heartwarming coming of age story of Karuppu Durai, an octogenarian, nicknamed KD by his new bestie, Kutti:
No spoilers here, just a few thoughts I had while and after watching 'KD' at a preview screening. I dedicate this blog to all my little besties, especially a little one who I might not get to meet soon. God bless you all kids who make the world a lovely place filled with smiles and hope. Though I am going to turn 40 next year, all my besties are little boys and girls. At all the parties I attend, I am either blending into the furniture avoiding adult conversation or playing with the host's kids and their little friends. One big reason I connected most with 'KD'.
The two main protagonists of 'KD' are Karuppu Durai (a dying old man being abandoned by his children) and Kutti (a little boy abandoned by his parents). Kids like things simple - once Kutti befriends Karuppu Durai, he instantly gives him his nickname - KD. A few years ago I was playing with my bestie at his home. He went into his room, got a lump of clay and asked me what could I make with it... I thought for a bit, and replied, "Fish, I can make a fish". I struggled with the clay, and made something that remotely resembled a fish. I asked him what he could make... he took my clay fish, crumpled it and threw it back at me and said, "yeh... potty".
There's nothing more saddening and liberating than death. Writer-director Madhumita has made such a heartwarming and entertaining film that revolves around this subject, I am envious of her. Little moments of life that make life worth the effort are celebrated in 'KD'. These pointers coming to KD from Kutti's little life experiences make their journey even more special. Don't we all know at least one person who is being an asshole to his ageing parents, waiting for them to kick the bucket, so they can enjoy their inheritance? 'KD' talks to all those ageing parents to seize whatever is left of their lives, and live it to the fullest with unbridled abundance.
I am proud of my mother-in-law who is living her life the way she wants, with a little help from us - not that she needs it. The beaming smile on her face after her angiography and angioplasty surgery gave me a feeling that she will outlive us, and nothing could make us happier. Despite suffering from numerous ailments, she is always there by our side, rock solid, with her little pink pouch of medicines that she has to have after every meal. Her discipline and love for cinema has kept her afloat and will continue to do so, and I wish to be inspired by her forever. (Cinema fans like my mother-in-law will love 'KD' even more).
Before I go on and on, listen to this foot-tapping song from 'KD' - it's called 'Tuckulingu'
To conclude, I would recommend Madhumita's little gem to the young and old, to all those want to live without dying everyday, and to those who have already embraced death. 'KD' is one of those rare films that could possibly change lives. Also to those who love mutton biriyani and those who are happy with their veg biriyani. One big life lesson is to enjoy every morsel of life so much, that it inspires others to do the same. Seek the small joys, spread happiness with your kind gestures and remember, it's not over, till it is actually over.
Please go watch 'KD' in the cinemas this weekend (preferably not on an empty stomach)
