The Telugu version of Vettaiyan has garnered mixed reviews, with both praise and criticism. Directed by T.J. Gnanavel, the movie revolves around Rajinikanth's character, Athiyan, an encounter specialist who deals with extrajudicial killings, juxtaposed against Amitabh Bachchan’s Satyadev, who opposes such actions. While the film starts strong, especially with its social commentary on police encounters and a gripping first half, the second half falters by shifting its focus to the unrelated topic of EdTech scams, leading to a loss of narrative cohesion.
Rajinikanth's screen presence is undoubtedly the highlight, and his performance during crucial moments stands out. Amitabh Bachchan's role, though not very extensive, adds moral weight to the story. However, the film suffers from a predictable and flat narrative after the interval, with some characters, including Fahadh Faasil’s comedic role and Rana Daggubati as the antagonist, receiving less development than expected.
Technically, the music by Anirudh Ravichander didn't leave a lasting impact, and the Telugu dubbing was criticized for its cultural disconnect, such as awkward character names and inconsistent dialect choices. Despite these shortcomings, Vettaiyan offers strong social messages on the misuse of power and justice, but falls short of the high expectations that typically accompany a Rajinikanth film.
Overall, *Vettaiyan* is rated around 2.75/5 in Telugu reviews, appreciated for its themes but criticized for its uneven execution.
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