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Vettaiyan Movie Review Roundup: Rajinikanth Shines, but the Film Stumbles šŸ§šŸŽ¬ #Vettaiyan #Rajinikanth

TL;DR: Vettaiyan, starring Rajinikanth and directed by TJ Gnanavel, has hit theatres, and critics are giving it a mixed response. While Rajinikanth's performance is being praised as the film's highlight, the screenplay and storytelling have faced criticism for being predictable. The movieā€™s social commentary on extrajudicial killings has sparked conversations, but it hasnā€™t fully managed to balance its mass appeal with the serious theme. Hereā€™s a look at what different reviewers and social media voices have to say about it. šŸŒŸ


What Critics Are Saying šŸ“ŠšŸ—£ļø

  • India Today rated Vettaiyan 2.5/5, noting that while Rajinikanth delivered a strong performance, the screenplay felt disjointed, especially in the first half. The review appreciated the filmā€™s intention to discuss extrajudicial killings, but felt that the predictability and inconsistent tone of the movie weakened its overall impactā€‹(India Today).


  • The Hindu described the film as a "gutsy attempt" but mentioned that it fell short in terms of execution. Rajinikanthā€™s role as a morally complex police officer was praised, but the narrative didnā€™t quite match the depth it aimed for. Anirudh Ravichanderā€™s background score got a nod for adding tension to the scenes, but the filmā€™s pacing was highlighted as a major drawbackā€‹(MovieCrow).


  • MovieCrow appreciated Rajinikanth's mass appeal and Fahadh Faasil's comic relief but pointed out that the film leans heavily on Rajinikanth's charisma, sometimes to the detriment of a well-rounded story. While the film addresses serious themes, critics felt it struggled to keep the audience engaged throughoutā€‹(MovieCrow).


Social Media Reactions šŸ“²šŸ”„

Social media users have been quick to share their thoughts on Vettaiyan:

  • @KPRJGhostEelam called the film a mix of strong content and Rajiniā€™s signature style, praising Fahadh Faasilā€™s performance as a standout. šŸŒŸ

  • @ThalaivarMyLife on X (formerly Twitter) said, ā€œThank you, Director TJ Gnanavel, for giving us a content-oriented classic sprinkled with Rajinism in all the right places.ā€ šŸŽ¬šŸ”„

  • However, not all responses were positive. Some fans mentioned that the second half felt slow and that the filmā€™s serious themes could have been handled with more nuance. ā€œGood watch, but the story was too predictable by the end. Itā€™s more about Rajini than the actual plot,ā€ one fan shared on social media.

A Closer Look at the Ratings ā­šŸ“‰

Hereā€™s a quick breakdown of the ratings from various sources:

  • India Today: 2.5/5 - Highlighted the uneven storytelling and a strong but isolated performance from Rajinikanth.

  • The Hindu: Praised Rajinikanth's gutsy role but criticized the filmā€™s flow and lack of depth in addressing its themes.

  • MovieCrow: Mentioned Rajinikanthā€™s star power but felt the story didn't quite match up to the potential of the theme.

MediaFx Opinion: Strong Performances, But a Missed Opportunity šŸ§ šŸŽ„

At MediaFx, we believe that Vettaiyan has all the elements for a great film, but struggles to weave them into a cohesive narrative. The movieā€™s attempt to tackle social issues is commendable, but the predictable story and lack of pacing hold it back. Nevertheless, Rajinikanthā€™s presence and Anirudhā€™s music provide some of the high points. Itā€™s worth a watch for Thalaivar fans, but don't expect a groundbreaking narrative. šŸŽ¬

What do you think, fans? Does Vettaiyan live up to the hype, or is it just another Rajini film? Share your thoughts below! šŸ‘‡šŸ’¬


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