Written by S. Shankar’s Game Changer starring Ram Charan and Kiara Advani in the lead role has finally hit the Big screens today after getting suffering obstacles in its release. Shankar’s Game Changer is his directorial debut in the Telugu language and after Indian 2 suffered severe criticism for the movie. Notably, this movie has hit the big screens after 4 years of its announcement.
Are you looking forward to a weekend to spend the time with family and watch movies in Cinema or are you looking forward to watching Game Changer in the Big Cinemas? Then this article is for you. Do read this article to understand how movie and whether the movie is worth watching or not.
A Brief synopsis of the movie
Since the movie is a political thriller, the story revovles around Ram Charan who is playing the role of IAS officer who has been appointed as a collector in Visakhapatnam. He is an officer of high-principles valuing justice and honesty. Due to his righteousness, he gets into cross roads with the son of the Chief Minister who on the contrary has been involved in illegal activities. And due to Ram’s constant interference, CM’s son plots his downfall and ensures his suspension under false and fabricated charges. Even as things were favouring the son, his father Sathyamoorthy announces Ram as his successor to the CM Chair. Is isn’t an interesting plot twist, so what led to this and will Ram be the successor or CM’s son achieves his ambition? Well, that’s for the audience to watch and tell.
Positive Points
Ram Charan who is playing the role of IAS officer does absolute justice to his role, given the fact he is playing the role of honest and upright officer. He has intensely commanded the screen. The confrontation scenes between him and SJ Suryah who is playing the role of CM’s son are one of the crucial scenes of the movie which has been executed in a precise manner. Ram Charan has performed exceptionally in distinct roles doing justice to the role of IAS officer and as well as Appanna who is a man with vision and his role feels sincere and impactful.
SJ Suryah who is playing the role of an antagonist and is power hungry to become a Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. His role has a commanding screen presence, his effective dialogue delivery and the subtle expressions have helped in enhancing the narrative specially during his interactions with Ram Charan.
Anjali who is Appanna’s wife, despite her limited role during the movie has left a long lasting impression. Her emotional scenes especially the conclusion part has been handled effectively.
Kiara Advani who is playing the role of Ram Charan’s love interest has done a decent job and justice to the role. Jayram who plays the role of antagonist’s brother has performed well while also introducing the side of humour.
One of the most intense and engaging element of the film is the cat and mouse game between the antagonist and the protagonist i.e. SG Suryah v/s Ram Charan, sets the game for the political thriller for the movie. The confrontation between them are some of the crucial moments in the film.
Thaman’s musical score coincides and supports Shankar’s vision which enhances the movie’s emotional and dramatic weight. The supporting cast has also performed well during in their roles effectively.
Negative points
While Ram Charan performs exceptionally well in both roles, the second character could have been explored in great detail especially during the film’s latter half. The emotional depth in the second half feels not developed at all which leaves certain void in scenes making them less emotionally important.
The story even though is engaging is not particularly ground-breaking as expected. There were certain scenes in the movie’s 1st half which could have been executed in a better manner and inclusion of romantic and love scenes at random moments disrupts the serious scenes thus hampers the serious tone of the narrative. There are certain scenes in the movie which rely heavily on the cinematic liberties which everyone won’t agree to
The song ‘Jaragandi’ song may not meet the expectations of Shankar’s fan who are looking for his signature grandeur. ‘Naanaa Hyraanaa song’s omission is another problem specifically for those who are anticipating the visual appeal on big screen.
Movie’s Technical aspect
Shankar’s ability to demonstrate to craft a political thriller drama even-though a few sense in the movies could have been executed in more a better manner.
Thaman’s contribution of music in the movie is a significant asset to the film which adds intensity and as well as emotional depth. Tirru’s cinematography has effectively captured the narrative in a beautiful manner. While Shameer and Ruben’s editing has ensured the film maintains a brisk pace. The production values are rich and meet expectations of the audience.
Mixed Reviews from Netizens
There are several netizens who have hailed the movie and appreciated the technical aspect, the background score. Some of the netizens have felt a predictable commercial pattern and have expressed disappointment.
Conclusion
So to conclude, Ram Charan starrer Game Changer is a decent political thriller drama which has immensely benefitted due to the stellar-performances of protagonist and antagonist. They have delivered with their stellar performance. However due to lack of the emotional depth in the 2nd half of the movie and few unnecessary scenes which hamper the overall impact of the movie. Even though there are shortcomings in the movie, it is still watchable especially for the fans those who love watching political thrillers. Despite some of its drawbacks if you want to spend the timing, you can still watch it!
Ratings
3/5: Telgu.com
