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Shakthi Thirumagan Opens to Praise for Its Grip and Critique of a Formulaic Second Half

Early notices highlight Vijay Antony’s milestone turn in an ambitious political drama built on a Rs 6,000 crore scam.

Overview

  • The film released in theatres on September 19, marking Vijay Antony’s 25th project with Arun Prabhu Purushothaman at the helm.
  • Social media reactions describe an engaging, research-driven first half and a serviceable but less impactful latter stretch.
  • The Indian Express rated the film two stars, commending the detailed buildup while faulting a crowd-pleasing pivot that blunts its edge.
  • News Today’s review finds the blend of political commentary and commercial scale largely effective, noting a turn toward classic hero-versus-villain beats later on.
  • The ensemble features Trupthi Ravindra, Kannan (Sunil Kriplani), Vaagai Chandrasekhar and others, with cinematography by Shelley Calist and editing by Raymond Derrick Crasta.