Mani Ratnam’s Kaatru Veliyidai (English title: The Wind Carried Away ) is a poetic yet polarizing love story set against the rugged backdrop of the Siachen war zone and the serene valleys of Kashmir. The film follows Dr. Leela Abraham (Aditi Rao Hydari), a pilot in the Indian Air Force, who is held captive by a Pakistani officer. She recounts her tumultuous relationship with Squadron Leader Varun Chakrapani (Karthi) — a charming but emotionally abusive lover.
: 3.5/5 stars, praising it as extraordinary cinema even if the movie itself felt less satisfying. Moviesda Kaatru Veliyidai