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Vijay Sethupathi’s 'Ace' Opens to Positive Fan Reactions Despite Mixed Critical Reviews

The Tamil heist comedy blends humor, action, and romance against a Malaysian backdrop, with standout performances by Sethupathi and Yogi Babu.

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Ace movie review: Vijay Sethupathi and Yogi Babu's combine lifts this film.
Ace review: Vijay Sethupathi's charm elevates convenient storytelling
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Overview

  • Ace, directed by Arumuga Kumar, marks Vijay Sethupathi's 51st lead role and Rukmini Vasanth's Tamil debut, with Yogi Babu adding comic flair.
  • The film, set in Malaysia, combines dark humor, heist elements, and romance, offering a lighthearted, family-friendly viewing experience.
  • Fans have praised the chemistry between Sethupathi and Yogi Babu, as well as Rukmini Vasanth's performance, though critics note issues with pacing and predictable storytelling.
  • The movie's technical aspects, such as Justin Prabhakaran's music and Karan B Rawat's cinematography, have received mixed feedback, with some sequences deemed overly stretched.
  • Following its theatrical release on May 23, Ace is slated for an OTT debut on Prime Video in June, extending its reach to a broader audience.