One of Tamil cinema's most awaited films, Vettaiyan, starring superstar Rajinikanth, finally hit the big screens on Thursday (October 11). The TG Gananvel directorial features a star-studded ensemble including Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Manju Warrier, Dushara Vijayan, Ritika Singh, Abirami and Kishore in pivotal roles. Bankrolled by Lyca Productions, the music for the film is scored by Anirudh Ravichander. With the trailer, the makers gave fans an idea that the film would be a cop drama loaded with action sequences. The hype for the film increased after it was revealed that Amitabh Bachchan's character goes up against Rajni's badass cop, who fears no rules. ‘Vettaiyan’ Review: Rajinikanth and TJ Gnanavel’s Investigative Thriller Earns Praise From Netizens, Anirudh Ravichander’s Score Shines.

Reviews for Rajinikanth's Vettaiyan are out, and critics have shared mixed responses to the Tamil action film. While they praised the makers for showcasing Rajinikanth's trademark charisma and style, they also criticized the second half of the movie for failing to maintain the intensity of the pre-interval portion. Let's check some of the reviews for Vettaiyan below.

123Telugu.com: "On the whole, Vettaiyan is a crime action drama that works to an extent. It showcases Rajinikanth’s magnetic presence and stellar acting, complemented by powerful emotional moments and thrilling action. On the flip side, some scenes feel prolonged, and the second half lacks the same urgency as the first. The film ultimately caters to fans of the Superstar and enthusiasts of gripping action thrillers. Keep your expectations in check if you want to watch it."

Hindustan Times: "Director TJ Gnanavel has tried to combine numerous issues in Vettaiyan. While he tries to tackle the morality of police encounter killings on one hand, he delves into the coaching business in the country. He shows us that the coaching business, especially for exams like NEET, has a dark side where those who can’t afford the high fees get trapped into bank loans and EMIs and eventually see ruin. The fans and audience rush to theatres to watch a Superstar Rajinikanth film with all the foot-tapping songs, the style quotient, the comedy, the action and more. Vettaiyan is a mixed bag and doesn’t do justice to either Superstar Rajinikanth and his legacy or to director TJ Gnanvel who gave us the powerful Jai Bhim."

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NDTV: "Vettaiyan is a Rajnikanth film all the way but it is by no means only for fans of the Thalaivar. It talks about issues that matter and it has Fahadh Faasil in sparkling form. The film turns to the actor - he is way more than just the icing on the cake - when it sputters or gets bogged down by overt moralistic posturing. He delivers without missing a beat."

Gulte: "Vettaiyan is largely a social drama narrated in the form of an investigative thriller. The investigative portions of the film are not the strongest as it becomes predictable after a point. We get to know easily what comes next and what doesn’t. But the social drama parts of the film are strong. There is commentary on rape culture and safety of women, which feels all too similar after what the country has seen happen this year. The issue of coaching institutes harassing parents and not teaching students well is also very similar to what happened recently with online teaching platforms. Joining the representation of these two social issues is the film’s overarching commentary against extrajudicial killings. People expecting high mass moments, which is what people usually expect from a Rajinikanth film, will be disappointed but for the more patient and discerning viewer can give a try." ‘Vettaiyan’ Movie Review: A Rajinikanth Spectacle With Intermittent Sparks That’s Weighed Down by a Feeble Screenplay (LatestLY Exclusive).

So, after reading the above reviews for Vettaiyan, will you go to the theatres to watch the Rajinikanth starrer?

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