I finally watched Drishyam 2

I'm honestly shocked that I didn't even know it existed until now.

I watched Drishyam years ago, so going into Part 2 felt like revisiting an old memory—and wow, it completely exceeded my expectations.

The whole idea of burying the body beneath the police station's construction site was an insane move. I genuinely didn't see it coming. It reminded me a lot of the K-drama Flower of Evil, where the characters are incredibly intelligent and manipulate evidence so convincingly. I absolutely love stories where the battle is fought through intelligence rather than just action.

What I also loved was how morally complex the story was.

The boy was undeniably wrong. The girl acted in self-defense and never intended to kill him. It made me wonder what would actually happen in real life. Would she still be punished even though there was no intention to kill? Under extreme stress, people don't always think rationally. I have a psychiatric condition myself, so I know how overwhelming fear can become. In such a situation, your mind isn't functioning normally, and your actions can be driven purely by panic rather than intention.

I completely understood Georgekutty's actions too. Legally, what he did was wrong, but emotionally? I can see why he did it. Most parents would go to unimaginable lengths to protect their family. His daughter had already suffered enough, and as a girl, the incident would've affected her reputation and future even more. Whether we like it or not, that's still a reality in many societies.

At the same time, I couldn't hate the boy's mother either. I'm an only child, so I especially empathized with her. Every parent wants to believe their child is a good person. Even if her son was wrong, no mother would ever want to lose her child. Her grief consumed her, and it made sense that she wanted the family to suffer too. From her perspective, her son was her whole world.

That's what makes this film so brilliant. Neither side feels one-dimensional. Georgekutty and Varun's mother were both trying to protect the people they loved. Their methods were different, but the emotions behind them felt painfully human.

The ending hit me the hardest. Georgekutty finally fulfilling his promise by returning Varun's remains to his parents wasn't a victory—it felt like acceptance. He knew he could never truly look them in the eye after everything that had happened. He never wanted things to end this way, but life forced him into making impossible choices.

What impressed me the most was Georgekutty's emotional control. His wife and daughters constantly looked terrified, which felt completely realistic. But he remained calm, patient, and always seemed to be thinking several steps ahead. I kept wondering how someone could carry that much fear and guilt inside without breaking.

Overall, this is an easy 10/10 for me.

It's one of those rare thrillers that isn't just about suspense—it's about morality, family, grief, justice, and the impossible choices people make when the people they love are at stake.

Now I genuinely can't wait for Drishyam 3.

Also, if anyone has recommendations for movies or shows similar to Drishyam, Flower of Evil, or other intelligent psychological thrillers with morally gray characters, I'd love to hear them.

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u/starlight288 — 3 days ago

Mouse

What are your thoughts on kdrama mouse?

For me it was too good!!!! The plot the acting all great

An overall 7.5/10 !!!

Some scenes could have been better off

Like that brain exchange one which doesnt really sound pracatical but overall i loved every bit of it!

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u/starlight288 — 4 days ago

Rantt

I am 20 doing mbbs , i had psychological issues i dont really dont the reason but studies were off cousre not it

I am really sensitive a single child and pampered , i am bad at lying and lie rarely , not like i dont at all ; but less comparitively

I am afraid of fights ......i am feel uneasy i cant

I never hold grudges but others do ......

I am really strong but even someone hits me i wont possibly hit back....all i do is cry...

I hate myself....

Why am i like this......

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u/starlight288 — 4 days ago

Stray kids......

I have been a STAY since 2022. It all started with a random video of Stray Kids. It was fun, and before I knew it, I had become a fan. I already knew quite a bit about K-pop without being a huge fan of the genre. For me, it was never really about looks.

It's not that I completely ignore appearance, but in real life, personality matters much more to me. At first, I liked Felix not because of his deep voice or his looks, but because of his bubbly personality.

As I became a bigger fan, Bang Chan became my bias because I relate to him a lot. I was an outcast at school—not bullied, but never really included in groups, and people often laughed at me. Because of that, I always tried my best to be kind and do good. When I saw Chan caring for his members and helping them, it genuinely warmed my heart. The way he looks at them with care is something I admire. I'm also a very touchy person like him. I love hugs, and that's one of the ways I express affection.

I've seen people say that Felix looks uncomfortable when Chan hugs him or that Chan is too touchy. Honestly, that's their personal matter. My own friend doesn't like hugs, while I do, and I respect her boundaries. If there is ever any problem between Chan and Felix, they are perfectly capable of talking it out themselves.

I'm sure some things in the industry are probably staged because companies know fans enjoy certain interactions. That's just part of being an idol.

However, I don't like how Chan is constantly targeted. I do agree that Stray Kids' recent albums haven't been as catchy as some of their older ones. That's a valid criticism. Music is subjective, and everyone has different tastes. But I think criticism can be expressed without sarcasm, insults, or making someone feel inferior. Of course, criticism is something every artist has to deal with, and every career has rough patches. They might also be focusing more on quantity because of the upcoming military enlistments.

Regarding Hyunjin, I've seen people say that he likes being touched. That doesn't necessarily have to be interpreted in a sexual way. There are many possible explanations, and we simply don't know. It's unfair to jump to conclusions based on our own assumptions. I just think the amount of hate he receives is too much for anyone to bear. Criticism is fine, but I wish people could express it more respectfully.

As for the Minsung and Hyunlix ships, I'm personally not a big fan of shipping. However, as long as the members themselves are comfortable with it, I don't have a problem. People often ask why certain members are shown together so much. Well, companies know fans enjoy those dynamics. Ultimately, companies want to make money, and idols often have to follow what their contracts require. I don't think the idols themselves should be blamed for that.

Regarding Hyunjin's bullying allegations, I'm neutral. None of us really knows what happened because we're only outsiders looking in. I once had a serious fight with one of my roommates, and we were both at fault. It affected me so deeply that I developed psychological problems, and I'm currently taking an SSRI. Experiences like that taught me how complicated situations can be.

Hyunjin was also very young at the time. I'm not excusing bullying because of age, but children and teenagers are often immature. I never truly understood how serious psychological problems could be until I experienced them myself. Sometimes people say things they don't actually mean. I remember saying something hurtful in fifth grade that I still regret today, even though I never intended to hurt anyone.

I believe people always have room to improve. I'm not defending him, nor am I defending bullies. I'm simply saying that we don't know the complete truth, and I don't want accusations to become someone's entire identity without clear proof. Even when people mention "proof," we should remember that evidence can sometimes be misunderstood or manipulated. As for his apology, there are many reasons someone may choose to apologize. His company may have advised him to do so. We simply don't know.

About Han's racist lyrics, yes, he did write them, but he was also very young. When I was in eighth grade, a ten-year-old once asked me why my skin was so dark. I knew she wasn't trying to insult me—she was just an innocent child asking a question. When I was around seven, I once asked a person with one leg why they didn't have another leg and even said it didn't look nice. My mother told me about it years later because I don't even remember saying it. I never intended to be cruel. Children can be insensitive without understanding the impact of their words.

Talking about Changbin, I hate when people call him ugly or fat. Being an idol seems incredibly difficult. You're constantly under surveillance, judged for everything, and expected to behave perfectly. We can easily say whatever we want because we don't have millions of people sending us hate comments every day.

Even small issues become massive controversies, sometimes even something as simple as raising your own country's flag. Maybe idols do fake certain things, but sometimes they probably have to in order to survive in such a demanding industry.

People criticize you for being too rude, too honest, or too quiet. In my medical college, we have a rule that we must greet our seniors wherever we see them—even in the college shop. It's considered a sign of respect, and if we don't, our seniors call us out. Yet when Chan said something similar about respecting seniors, he had to apologize. That felt unfair to me.

As for cute fan-service, like making cat ears at fan events, I don't have a strong opinion. But many fans clearly enjoy those interactions, and idols are expected to participate. They often don't have much choice.

Regarding the "daddy" incident, I think he simply got carried away in the moment. He's Australian, spends a lot of time online, and probably knew fans jokingly called him that. It may have just slipped out. I'm not saying it was the right thing to say, but I also don't think it makes him a predator. I do think he should maintain clearer boundaries. At the same time, I know from my own experience that setting boundaries isn't always easy. I'm someone who trusts people easily and opens up quickly, so I understand that struggle.

For me, I see Chan as someone I want to become like. I'm studying to become a doctor, and I hope I can be as passionate about my work as he seems to be. I want to care for people and help others sincerely, without expecting anything in return.

Yes, I'm a STAY. That doesn't mean I'm trying to defend every action of the members. I simply don't like unnecessary hate. Sometimes I wonder how someone would feel if they genuinely cared about what they were doing and then read thousands of hateful comments about themselves.

Especially I.N. I've seen people asking why he doesn't have hate accounts, as if that's somehow a bad thing. Some even replied that it's because he's a failure. That honestly made me sad. He's trying his best, and he has improved a lot. Maybe he's still not the best in everyone's eyes, but he's definitely grown. If you can't support someone, at least don't go out of your way to tear them down.

I've experienced what it's like to have hurtful words stay in your mind. During panic attacks, those negative comments replay in my head without me even wanting them to.

I also strongly agree that parts of the fandom can be extremely toxic. Many fans are young and write hurtful or immature things online, and they should absolutely be called out for it. But I don't think idols themselves should be blamed for everything their fans do. For example, whenever people search "ferret," Hyunjin comes up because of fans. That's annoying to me too, but Hyunjin didn't ask anyone to do that.

In general, I feel uneasy whenever I see actors, singers, or other public figures receiving unnecessary hate. I know I'm not perfect either. I make assumptions sometimes and have been wrong before. But I've never written a hate comment because I believe everyone is trying their best.

I've probably hurt people unintentionally too, but I've always tried to learn from my mistakes. I believe karma is real, and eventually everyone reaps what they sow.

I don't think writing hateful comments just because you dislike someone is right. It's completely okay to disagree. Say, "I don't like this," or "I disagree," and move on. Vote down if you want. But personal attacks don't really help anyone.

I'm not telling anyone to change their opinions or stop criticizing people. Everyone has the right to freedom of speech, just as I do. I simply wanted to vent and get these thoughts off my chest. You're free to continue believing whatever you believe. I just wanted to express how I feel.

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u/starlight288 — 4 days ago