Bagheera

A very average commercial entertainer! Absolutely nothing new in the storyline, same old story of the main lead trying to be a super hero by saving the masses in complete disguise as Bagheera. He single-handedly does fight hundreds together hooligans backed by weapons, guns etc without getting himself hurt, a totally unrealistic picture to believe into. But as an action entertainer, quite an average one. Originally a Kannada movie dubbed in all South Indian languages. Available in Netflix, my ratings 5/10!

A very average commercial entertainer! Absolutely nothing new in the storyline, same old story of the main lead trying to be a super hero by saving the masses in complete disguise as Bagheera. He single-handedly does fight hundreds together hooligans backed by weapons, guns etc without getting himself hurt, a totally unrealistic picture to believe into. But as an action entertainer, quite an average one. Originally a Kannada movie dubbed in all South Indian languages. Available in Netflix, my ratings 5/10!

Vedanth aspires to be a superhero and jumps from a building, fracturing his leg. His mother assures him that the one who wears a cape is not the only superhero by giving his cop father as an example. Vedanth decides to become a cop like his father. Years later, he has achieved his dream and gets his posting in Mangaluru. Vedanth being a strict and honest police officer, raids the criminals in his jurisdiction and tries to clean up the city. However, he is soon stopped by his superior which shatters his dream to serve his best as a cop. The atrocities don't stop, forcing Vedanth to don a mask and mete out vigilante justice as Bagheera. What happens when he is pitted against a ruthless villain Rana, forms rest of the story.

Narrated in 7 chapters, Bagheera is an ambitious vigilante action film whose story is written by Prashanth Neel. On paper it definitely sounds good but it is the lackluster screenplay by Dr. Suri that undermines the story. The first half is quite below average with back to back outdated scenes involving Vedanth the cop. The film works only when Bagheera enters and that too when he is in action. Dr. Suri failed to take advantage of a origin story and the token supporting cast get too many generic scenes. The action blocks do stand out and it is indeed good to not show Bagheera as invincible. The half baked love story doesn't contribute much.

It is the second half where it focuses more on Bagheera going after the main baddie and parallely, CBI starts the hunt for Bagheera. This intriguing plot is again underwhelmingly executed and though, Vedanth prepping himself as Bagheera with gadgets and stuff is a cool idea, the way the director presents it instantly loses it's impact. I get it, superhero/vigilante films are not to be taken too seriously but the unlikely team Vedanth forms is laughable. The other negative is the two songs that are forgettable. This leaves Bagheera with the action blocks and an ambitious climax fight on a freight train. The vfx is good with few obvious glitches. The vision of Bagheera should have been truly backed with good writing, which sadly doesn't happen. I am going with a lenient rating for the attempt but the film offers nothing memorable.

I noticed this movie trending in the top list on Hotstar for quite some time, which prompted me to give it a shot. I'm glad I did, as it turned out to be a decent timepass.

When justice and the system turn a blind eye, an honest police officer transforms into a superhero to protect the people. He takes it upon himself to clean the city by eliminating a powerful crime syndicate.

The concept of a hero becoming a messiah isn't unique, but the way it unfolds makes it interesting. The narrative moves at a brisk pace with enough drama, action, and a touch of romance to keep the audience engaged. However, the story has its share of loopholes, and the punchy dialogues one would expect from a movie like this are missing.

Sri Murali, in the lead, fits the role both physically and performance-wise. He embodies the character well, and his screen presence lights up the film. Rukmini Vasanth, as his love interest, does justice to her role, but their entire romantic subplot could have been trimmed for better pacing, especially since their chemistry feels off. Garuda Ram, as the antagonist, is menacing and his burnt look adds to the discomfort he creates. Prakash Raj delivers a solid performance, though his character feels inconsistent. Rangayana Raghu is brilliant as the constable, adding depth to narrative.

The action sequences are well-shot and choreographed, keeping you glued to the screen. However, some of the graphics feel a bit patchy. The songs don't add much value and only stretch the runtime unnecessarily. On the bright side, the superhero's look is well-designed, delivering the intended vibe.

With a stronger and more unique storyline, this film had the potential to be much better. Dr. Suri's direction is commendable, but Prashanth Neel's story drags it down. Still, it's worth watching as a visual spectacle and a decent one-time watch.

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This was by far the best 2024 movie for me. This movie >>>> Pathaan, Jawan. Regional movie feel ae alla. I have watched all 8 seasons of CW's Arrow and that was peak vigilante series for me. This nails it to the T. Nothing was rushed in. The setup and payoff is good.

Excellent acting especially by Murali n Rangayana Raghu sir. The way it's shown that he knows, without him saying anything speaks is one small example for the awesome direction n cinematography. BGM syncs well too. I also liked how villain's strength was consistent throughout till the end. Can't think of any Indian films that came close to this in this genre. I want this film to win.

This film brings Western superhero grandeur to real-life scenarios, with KGF/Hombale-style cinematography and massy dialogues. It's packed with intense, disturbing, and violent moments, making for a high-impact, gripping start.

The family bond established early on is heartfelt, creating an emotional anchor for the film. The romantic track between the leads feels fresh at first, with both characters strong in their own ways and sharing morals, but as the story progresses, it falls into the usual tropes and loses its charm.

The screenplay, though action-packed, feels rushed due to fast-paced editing, and at times, the choppy cuts fail to make a significant impact during the action sequences.

The film does a good job of presenting a societal dilemma around the definition of a hero. It explores the tension between an ideal, moral world and the harsh, practical reality where circumstances force people to compromise their values.

While the first half sets up a lot of conflict, the second half becomes more engaging, introducing new characters and stronger action pieces that elevate the story. As the story unfolds, it becomes predictable, with familiar twists. The final showdown feels dragged out, and a tighter edit would've made for a stronger conclusion. Still, the message remains thought-provoking.

While not perfect, the film is a commendable attempt at something new in the mass film genre. It's a one-time watch for fans of high-octane action and dramatic twists. The sequel hint leaves room for more, but personally, it didn't spark much anticipation.