Kanguva is a period drama in the Tamil language directed by Siva and stars Suriya in a dual role with co-stars Disha Patani and Bobby Deol. The movie is based on two time periods and incorporates elements of conflict, revenge, and fate.

Plot Summary:

Kanguva centers on the battle of a tribal fighter almost thousand years ago who is curiously related to a shadow cop’s dangerous mission in contemporary times. Spanning two timelines, the movie incorporates the endless cycle of violence and the insatiable search for justice.

Critical Reception:

Released on 14th November 2024, Kanguva was received poorly by the audience and critics alike. Critics commended Suriya’s performance and the overall visual appeal of the film but bashed its screenplay and execution.

Indian Express remarked that despite the film “enjoys its own coziness” and “is stunning in its imagery”, “rather a lot is expected in the overall delivery of it all, which is rather lacking.”

As per NDTV, Kanguva is “a treat for the eyes with Suriya making a strong mark on the screen” but its efforts to follow the footsteps of Baahubali and KGF are ‘unrealized.’

Hindustan Times praised Suriya’s commitment to the film and insisted that he “bled and sweated for it,” however, he labelled the film as “very boring” suggesting that the performance either did not live up to the expectations, or simply was not good enough for the audience.

Box Office Performance:

Kanguva had a good start but the collection fell steeply on the second day with the film raking in around ₹9 crore all over the country.

Conclusion:

Suriya’s commitment is commendable and viewers can enjoy excellent visuals from Kanguva. It still falls flat in its execution and lacks certain qualities in its writing that would have propelled it into the epic category that it intends to reach. It does have its share of breathtaking spectacles that people who are fond of sweeping period dramas will be pleased with. Those who are looking for a stronger structural narrative may not be completely satisfied.

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