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Ajith Kumar’s Good Bad Ugly, directed by Adhik Ravichandran, offers a mix of action, comedy, and drama, which more references, but the Story is a hit or..? Read the review without any spoilers.
Introduction
A high-energy action-comedy film, “Good Bad Ugly”, was released today (April 10, 2025).
GBU is directed by Adhik Ravichandran. Ajith Kumar returns to the big screen with his 63rd film after his film “Vidaamuyarchi” released in February 2025.
The film is power-packed with Ajith Kumar’s performance and presence, backed by other cast members and energetic soundtracks. But does the story live up to the hype?
Here’s a detailed review of what works and what doesn’t in “Good Bad Ugly” style (without spoilers):
The Good
1. Ajith Kumar’s Magnetic Presence
Ajith Kumar looks seems to be fresh and colourful in this film, unlike others.
Ajith Kumar’s presence is felt throughout the film.
Ajith Kumar dominates the screen with his versatile acting skills, effortlessly switching between intense action and lighthearted comedy.
Ajith Kumar’s performance is the backbone of the film, proving once again that AK is one of the most beloved stars in Tamil Cinema.
2. Entertaining Supporting Cast
Good Bad Ugly follows up with a great and massive crew.
The impressive lineup includes Trrisha Krishnan, Prabhu, Simran, Prasanna, Arjun Das, Sunil, Rahul Dev, and Yogi Babu.
All these crew members are supporting the film in their characters, and also adding their unique flavor to the story.
All of them contributed to the film’s engagement and overall entertainment value.
3. Strong Music and Background Score
Good Bad Ugly is spiced up with G.V. Prakash- the music director of the film.
The hype before the release was absolutely set by the songs.
Songs like OG Sambavam and God Bless U! have broken the internet with their energetic tracks.
The trailer of “Good Bad Ugly” became epic with its background and rhythmic score with the remix of the old song “Otha Ruba Tharen”, creating a perfect goosebumps moment.
G.V. Prakash also scored in the background score, which elevates key moments in the film.
The background score enhances both emotional scenes and action sequences, adding rhythm and excitement throughout.
4. Trisha & Ajith’s On-Screen Chemistry
Their on-screen reunion adds a nostalgic touch, with their chemistry adding depth to the film’s emotional core.
The Bad
1. Uneven Pacing
The first half of the film is fast-paced and engaging, but the second half slows down with a few unnecessary scenes. A tighter edit could have improved the flow.
2. Story Lacks
The film was perfectly made for AK fans, but not the movie lovers who seek for interesting and unique story.
The film sticks to a tried-and-tested formula, which might feel familiar for regular moviegoers.
Some plot twists are easy to guess, reducing the overall impact.
The director focused more on references, mass scenes for Ajith’s presence, but the Story could be focused much more.
The Ugly
1. Cliché Moments and Overused Tropes
While the film is fun, it sometimes leans too heavily on mass-movie clichés and commercial tropes, which may not appeal to viewers looking for something fresh.
2. Jarring Editing in Action Scenes
Though the action is well-choreographed, certain scenes suffer from quick cuts and overuse of slow motion, making them feel overdone or disorienting.
3. Reference overdose
The film has more references from Ajith’s previous blockbuster films, which include references from Billa, Dheena, Vaali, and Thunivu.
The references don’t stop with Ajith Kumar’s film, the film has many more references in dialogue and songs.
A fight sequence backed up with Kamal Haasan’s super hit song “Ilamai Itho” from the film Sakalakala Vallavan.
Also, with some dialogue references to heroes like Vijay, Rajini, and Yash.
Conclusion
Good Bad Ugly is a treat for Ajith Kumar fans, who waited for “Thala Dharisanam”. It delivers on its promise of entertainment with a mix of action, emotion, and humor. Despite some flaws in storytelling and pacing, it’s a fun watch for fans of mass entertainers.
Rating: 3.5/5
Recommended For: Ajith fans, action-comedy lovers, and those looking for a masala entertainer.
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