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Maargan Movie Review: A Decent Crime Thriller With Some Flaws

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Maargan Movie Review: A Decent Crime Thriller With Some Flaws

Movie Name: Maargan
Rating: 2.75/5
Cast: Vijay Antony, Ajay Dhishan, Samuthirakani, Brigida, Deepshikha, Mahanathi Shankar, Vinodh Sagar, and others
Director: Leo John Paul
Produced By: Fatima Vijay Antony
Release Date: 27th June 2025

Vijay Antony’s latest flick, the crime thriller Maargan, hit theaters this Friday following his announcement of Bichagadu 3. Let’s check how much the movie keeps the audience engaged.

Story:

A criminal leaves behind deceased individuals with black skin in garbage containers. Dhruva, a suspended cop, realizes this is not just one murder but a serial killer at large. The film reveals Dhruva’s personal tragedy connected to the murders and his quest for the killer with Aravind, a gifted swimmer. 

Performances:

Vijay Antony and Ajay Dhishan deliver their characters with great sincerity. Brigida fits nicely in support, while Deepshikha is adequate. Mahanthi Shankar leaves an impression, but Samuthirakhani and Vinod Sagar have limited parts. 

Analysis:

Maargan starts with an intriguing concept, enhanced by a touch of superhuman elements. The film stays focused until the interval, briefly losing its way with Aravind’s unimportant love story. 

There’s a brief moment in Aravind’s childhood episode, where old beliefs are mixed with a divine event, helping him become a man who can effortlessly thrive in water. Director Leo John Paul cleverly uses this aspect to uncover details about the killer. However, there are some moments where the film drags some investigation scenes. 

Dhruva’s backstory feels disappointing because of the quick portrayal of tragedy and crime, which dampens the emotional impact. But the film’s second half goes on a good note and though the killer’s identity and backstory feel rushed near the climax, the narration holds the suspense until the end. 

Positives:

  • Good Enough Screenplay (Though dull at places)
  • The Special Quality of Aravind’s Character
  • A Few Thrilling Moments

Negatives:

  • Weak Backstory of Dhruva
  • Unnecessary Scenes of Aravind’s Love Life
  • The Killer’s Revelation Could Have Been Better

Maargan Movie Review and Verdict:

Maargan impresses with its intriguing storyline and exciting parts. Sure, there are some dull scenes and rushed sections at the end that drag it down a bit, but it still stands as a decent crime thriller. 

Controversial Rumor on Dhanush

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Controversial Rumor on Dhanush

Tamil director Vetrimaaran and actor Dhanush’s pair is a blockbuster one. The duo worked on four movies, and all are successful films. However, a controversial rumor about Dhanush is being spread regarding Vetrimaaran’s film.

Vetrimaaran was supposed to work with Suriya for VaadiVaasal, but despite the film having superb craze among fans, the film was shelved due to some differences between the actor and director.

Rumors Surround Dhanush – Vetrimaaran – Vada Chennai Universe

Immediately Vetri starts a film with Simbu, and also a promo shoot is done. The film is said to be present in Vada Chennai’s world, and fans were happy that a cinematic universe was being made for their favorite film.

Reportedly, the producers approached Dhanush’s production house for an NOC, as the actor was the major producer for Vada Chennai. But a controversial rumor about Dhanush is being spread that he demanded a big amount for NOC.

It is also being said that director Vetrimaaran is very upset over this issue. However, there is also another side to this rumor, and a few closed circles say that Dhanush did not make any demand for an NOC.

Few Tamil Cinema Fans Criticize Dhanush for the Rumors about NOC for Vada Chennai Universe

With these multiple reports going on in the industry and media circles, a few audiences and netizens have already started criticizing Dhanush. We need to wait and see to know whether the rumor is true or baseless.

As said above, Dhanush’s circle mentioned that the hero did not make any demand for NOC, and in fact he informed the team to give whatever Vetrimaaran asks without any delay.

Vetrimaaran – Dhanush’s relationship is more than an actor-director relationship

Vetrimaaran and Dhanush have already announced Vada Chennai’s sequel next year, and they have also worked on four movies together.

Everyone has known Dhanush for a long time, and he has always shared a very good relationship with Vetrimaaran, and mostly his demanding the money should be a baseless rumor.

The fans hope that this issue will be officially addressed soon.

Kannappa Day 2 Box Office- Below Par

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Kannappa Day 2 Box Office- Below Par

Manchu Vishnu’s Kannappa fails to deliver the expected numbers on its second day after a decent start on the first day. The trend is not that great, as Kannappa’s box office performance on Day 2 is below par. 

On its day 1, the devotional film opens with 13 Cr gross worldwide, and for the reported budget of the makers, the movie has to witness a jump over day 1, but the movie drops from opening day. 

Manchu Vishnu’s Kannappa Sees a drop in collections on Day 2

It does not crash drastically, but it also does not maintain the momentum. Manchu Vishnu’s Kannappa’s box office performance on Day 2 is below par. 

The estimates for the second day’s collections are around 9 Cr gross, which takes the total gross to 22 Cr, which is definitely not enough for the film.

Tomorrow the trend needs to get better for the film more than its opening day for a decent weekend at the box office.

Kamal Haasan Joins Oscar Academy

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Kamal Haasan Joins Oscar Academy

The legendary actor Kamal Haasan, who faced a big setback with his recent film, Thug Life, has been rewarded with a rare honor. The good news is that Kamal Haasan joins the Oscar Academy.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences invited 534 new members for Oscar voting, including famous Indian actor Kamal Haasan, who thanked them for the honor. He recognized that the award represents the whole Indian film community and highlighted Indian cinema’s global potential. 

Tamil Nadu’s Deputy Chief Minister, MK Stalin, praised Haasan for this honor, noting his influence beyond languages and borders. Haasan got many congratulatory messages from artists and fans.

I am honoured to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences – Says Kamal Haasan on Joining the Oscar Academy

Accepting the invitation, Haasan tweeted on Saturday, “I am honored to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.” The fans are delighted as Kamal Haasan joins the Oscar Academy.

The updated list included a bunch of Indian talents like Bollywood star Ayushmann Khurrana, casting director Karan Mally, cinematographer Ranabir Das, costume designer Maxima Basu, documentary maker Smriti Mundhra, and filmmaker Payal Kapadia.

Big Change in Suriya-Venky Atluri Film Script

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Big Change in Suriya-Venky Atluri Film Script

Director Venky Atluri, who scored back-to-back successes with other language heroes like Dhanush and Dulquer Salmaan, gears up for a film with Suriya. According to reports, there is a big change in Suriya-Venky Atluri’s film’s script.

Ever since the rumors of Atluri directing the Kanguva actor emerged, there was a rumor that the film will be based around the timeline of the Maruti car’s invention in India.

Suriya – Venky Atluri Film changed from a Biopic to Family Entertainer

So, initially the film was planned as Sanjay Gandhi’s biopic (Maruti 800C). However, Suriya had already done two biopics, Soorarai Pottru and Jai Bhim.

Also, the rights were getting delayed for the biopic, which made Atluri pitch a family story to the actor, and without even a full climax, he liked it.

This means there is a big change in Suriya-Venky Atluri film’s script. The director said that it will be a proper family movie with nice human emotions.

Also, he stated that the character played by Suriya will be similar to the most loved Sanjay Ramaswamy from Ghajini.

Coolie USA Rights: Distributor Condemns the Deal

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Coolie USA Rights: Distributor Condemns the Deal

There has been a continuous buzz regarding Rajinikanth—Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Coolie overseas rights. Now, the USA Distributor Condemns the Deal for Coolie.

For a few days, daily, a new distributor’s name is coming out of Coolie’s overseas business, and all the reported prices are also huge.

Confusion about Rajinikanth’s Coolie USA Rights: Producers to make an official statement soon

The prices are mentioned in between 80–90 Cr. However, there is no official statement out from the producer yet.

Indeed for the USA rights, recently a buzz started for a few days, but USA Distributor Condemns the Deal for Coolie.

The producers are said to be in plans to release an official statement about the overseas business and distributors soon.

Even on distributors side also there is a mistake, as they are informing to their related sources that the deal is locked without agreements.

Because of this, rumors rise and spread among everywhere.

Here’s Why Sree Leela Backed Out of Lenin

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Here’s Why Sree Leela Backed Out of Lenin

Actress Sree Leela faced a failure with Robinhood, and she was expected to be seen Akhil’s Lenin. However, she backed out from the project.

Akkineni Akhil experienced a big setback with Agent (2023) and his next film is Lenin, produced by Suryadevara Naga Vamsi.

The film, Lenin, was officially announced with a glimpse and the shoot is going on now. Sree Leela was present in the glimpse, but she backed out from the project.

Sree Leela backs out of Akhil’s Lenin

Reportedly, Sree Leela opted out of this film due to Pawan Kalyan’s Ustaad Bhagat Singh shoot, which resumed lately.

The shoot of UBS is now happening and because of the dates clashing, the Dhamaka actress walked out of Lenin.

There are no issues, as Leela left the movie on good terms only, and the team is now seeking other options.

Bhagyashri Borse will replace Sree Leela in Lenin according to the buzz

War 2 Locks All IMAX Screens, Coolie Left Out

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War 2 Locks All IMAX Screens, Coolie Left Out

YRF’s War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and NTR, and Rajinikanth—Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Coolie—have been announced for an August 14th release. The latest news is that War 2 locks all IMAX Screens, and Coolie has been left out.

The buzz is that Out of the total 30+ IMAX screens in India, Yash Raj Films banner has reportedly signed an exclusive agreement for their movie to occupy all screens for two weeks.

Yash Raj Films locks all IMAX Screens for WAR 2

This means they have left no IMAX screens available for Coolie, which is also releasing on the same date. This may not be a huge effect for Rajini—Lokesh’s film.

However, if the YRF team continues to lock multiplex screens in the same way, then definitely it will be an issue, as Coolie also aims for big numbers in all areas.

Fans await the Box Office Clash of War 2 and Coolie

As of now, the fans are having discussions and arguments on social media, as Hrithik Roshan and NTR’s War 2 locks all IMAX screens, and Rajinikanth’s Coolie has been left out.

War 2 stars Hrithik Roshan and NTR in the lead roles, and it is slated for a worldwide release on August 14. The teaser is already out, with music and full-scale promotions set to begin in mid-July.

Coolie has also established a significant craze among South Indian cinema viewers. The film locked a massive overseas deal, and it has to become the highest grosser of Kollywood overseas to achieve breakeven.

Hari Hara Veera Mallu Trailer Update Lands

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Hari Hara Veera Mallu Trailer Update Lands

The team of Pawan Kalyan’s Hari Hara Veera Mallu—Part 1: Sword vs. Spirit kept the fans of the actor waiting for a long time with multiple delays. While the fans have been worried about the film, the Hari Hara Veera Mallu trailer update has landed.

Hari Hara Veera Mallu Trailer on July 3rd?

The buzz is that the much-awaited trailer of the film is releasing on 3rd July, and it is also being said that it will be released in theaters. As said above, the film HHVM has faced numerous delays.

PSPK fans, for now, are happy as Pawan Kalyan’s Hari Hara Veera Mallu trailer update lands, but they hope that the makers do not disappoint them again.

The official update from the producers is expected to be out very soon. Hopefully, this will not be delayed again, and this trailer will play a key role in raising the movie’s buzz.

Besides Pawan Kalyan, HHVM includes a huge star cast such as Bobby Deol, Nassar, Nora Fatehi, Nargis Fakhri, Vennela Kishore, Pujita Ponnada, and Redin Kingsley.

Backed by Mega Surya Production on a grand scale, the film’s music has been composed by Oscar winner MM Keeravaani, and it will have a grand worldwide release on July 24, 2025.

Not Prabhas or Climax – This Is the True Highlight of Kannappa

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Not Prabhas or Climax – This Is the True Highlight of Kannappa

Ever since the arrival of Manchu Vishnu’s Kannappa in theaters, there have been various discussions about the cameo of Prabhas. But to be honest, not Prabhas or Climax, but the Shiva Shiva Shankara song is the true highlight of Kannappa.

From audiences to critics, the unanimous opinion about the devotional film, which is also the dream project of Vishnu, is that the film’s first half does not have much content, and it picks up only in the second half.

The film finds its momentum with Prabhas’s entry, and from there on, it goes bigger and bigger. The screen presence and dialogues of Prabhas worked well, and the climax, the most crucial episode, comes on strong.

Manchu Vishnu surprises everyone with his performance near the end of the movie, while the veteran actor Mohan Babu, too, shows how big an actor he is. But as said above, Shiva Shiva Shankara Song is the true highlight of Kannappa.

Shiva Shiva Shankara Song turns the tables for Kannappa

The song comes at a crucial situation and emerges as the major plus point of the film. The music and lyrics sync perfectly.

Also, Vishnu shows his innocence, transformation, and love towards Shivayya so brilliantly. This song is very well choreographed and turns the film in a positive direction.

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