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Expected more from the genius film maker Krthik Subbaraj. but the movie falls in usual Rajini template. We could see his age and weak body in so many scenes which some how stopping us from enjoying few scenes.its a good one time watch though. Petta has its moments.

I love Rajnikant films. But somehow I feel he is kind of tangled to mass image and his usual image of style king since long time which is kind of hurting for his films. Though movie is perfectly made for Rajni fans, which reflects in first half, but somehow it didn't actually worked in second half. The end twist seems forced and purposefully made to make the film work for less film aware audience. Nawaaz was actually not needed in lot ways to be frank, and Vijay Sethupathi didn't had any role in true sense. Infact he could have been the main villain. Many characters are not used to it's fullest and sort of missed out by the end. First half I felt could have been improvised to bring character introduction to Vijay, and many others to give equal weight for the ending it was drawing. For Rajni fans it's surely awesome film, but if one see this movie as a story, it kind of falls short. And it's Rajnikanth who is upholding the whole movie in a way. Any other new actor would have suffered terrible if played this character. Not boring for sure but one time watch for fun.

This what we want, this is how a movie is when it is directed by his fan to thalaivar fans. Karthik Subbaraj take a bow man. THALAIVAR is outstanding. Petta paraaaaak!!!

The intensity that Rajnikanth brings to some shots is truly inspiring. For a sixty eight year old man to bring in so much energy into the screen with his intense facial expressions and even with action scenes speaks of his dedication and ability to bring in all his energies into what he is doing.

There were scenes that worked very well, while there were also scenes that reflected lack of attention. In hind sight, the scenes that did not get the care were the ones that were not focused on Rajnikanth.

That is the theme of the movie - Rajnikanth. That was the expectation as well. So there was more story line to the movie than what I had expected. Rajnikanth has been presented in various guises and he has not faltered at any point.

Anirudh has done a great job with the music for such a young artist. Some action scenes have Anirudh's music as the background - he has definitely been able to put in a lot of energy into the screen with his music.

Vijay Sethupathi has been wasted in a completely insignificant role. Karthik Subburaj seemed to have been totally lost in Rajni. It was almost painful to see Vijay Sethupathi like that on the screen having seen amazing larger than life performances of his recently in Seethakathi,Vikram Vedha etc. On a related note, Fahad Fazil not taking up the role in Manirathnam's Chikka Chivantha Vaanam as it did not appeal to him is commendable.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui has a slightly more significant role, but he also did not get the respect he deserves from the film.

Lack of heroines in the movie also made it a little difficult to get through the movie. Trisha and Simran have been cast for namesake.The plot is just an eyewash - nothing much.

Action scenes have been impressive with Rajnikanth's style and presence and also with good camera work, color, lighting etc. Rajnikanth's looks have been very impressive. He looks very fit for a man about seventy years old.

It felt good to note the name "Sanjay Nambiar" very early on in the "Thanks" credit list at the beginning of the movie as Sanjay is the one who introduced Karthik to movie making with his filmcamp.tv course.

Completely awesome movie, worth very single penny. Goosebumps unlimited. Fantastic entertainer. Plot and screenplay are extraordinary.

If you haven't watched a Rajni show, now is the time. We can see that old Rajni in full form. Petta is not as good as other Karthik Subbaraj movies but he did a great job by keeping Rajni in full form without compromising the quality of the movie. Vijay Sethupathi and Nawazuddin Siddique has done an equal good job in supporting roles. Even though it is around 170 minutes, Petta keep us thrilled. Overall, Petta is an all in all Rajni show with good thrilling moments and strong cast.

Once again proved who is the god of heroism. Goosebumps guaranteed .full power of Rajini sir on screen He is not a man he is something other than that .

Most important insure your throats before watching this action drama express

Its something which only rajini can do,A superb mass flick which talks about the disproud killings based on religion.Novie trolls Anti Romeo squad and Shiv-Sena.Worth watching

After Sivaji, The wait has been quite long misfired Linga, VFX 1.0, 2.0, Forgettable Kochadaiyaan, Preachy Ranjith Movies and finally wait is over with Petta.

Vintage Rajini from 90s seen in First half but the second half stretches and tests patience.

Could see Stylish Rajini back , the screenplay and cinematography is good !!! Anirudh music the big backbone , not a big role to Vijay Sethupathy but though he acted as usual well !!! story wise it's known story which is revenging the enemy !! .. It's a super star film !!! It's a treat for fans - Fan Movie ..

This is a film that only Rajinikanth can star in. This is a film that can only be made by a Rajini fan. And if you want to completely enjoy this film you should know who Rajini is and watch from a theater packed with Rajini fans. Rajini is the personification of swag. Petta parak

Felt like watching a movie with third rate stars, despite appealing to Rajini fans the movie felt very amatueurish.

The storyline is probably same for several hundred movies based on revenge. Only difference being it is set in a college campus. Thankfully Rajini is not a student.

Rajini's character was overtly arrogant and gloating and was irritating after a point.

Climax twist was a joke. Other good actors like Vijay Sethupathi, Sasiskumar etc have performed in muted performance not to overshadow Rajini.

The answer is PETTA! Please fo see the film,you will love it .I am a fan of thala Ajith and Superstar Rajinikanth but Petta was the movie that made me happy whenI left the theater You wont at all feel that superstar is 70+ years old ,he acts like he is 25 years old .The style ,the dance,the acting ....the only Superstar Rajinikanth sir can do such a rhing.You will thank me for telling you to see the film so just go and watch it 😎😎😁

I never expect this movie from rajnikanth really the movie is boring to watch the second half.

As long thalaivar gives blockbuster with his magic this team is awesome I am happy now 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

This movie has the aura of the Rajini style and it's made very brilliantly to suit his style, though some scenes are lame in couple of occasions it's a decent flick. The movie had quite a twist in the end, something to look forward to. Wish they recreate the magic of Robo or Shivaji.

First half sooper.... second half is ok types Altogether the movie is nice and worth watching . Go for it guys .. seeing rajini styles and dialogues after many years ...love it

The Rajnikanth of the 90s is back. Yes that's right. Featuring your favorite tropes, fundas, punch dialogues & all that jazz. What's missing? A better story line & casting.

To be honest, this is the first accessible (and likeable) Rajnikanth film in a looong time. Pa Ranjith's dalit politics and anti-BjP propaganda films Kabali and Kaala failed to project Rajni into the his Mullum Mallarum or even a Thalapathi like phase. Till date, I would think only Mani Ratnam has the ability to write and treat a Rajnikanth film with panache. Karthik Subbaraj comes close, but like all fanboys, he forgets to be himself. Watching his brilliance in writing/direction in Pizza and Jigarthanda and then watchng Petta with great expectations left me wondering why this indulgence? On the other hand, this is the first recent Rajni film to see Rajni lively again and not jaded like he was in last recent films. Subbaraj plants references of Rajnikanth throughout the film using SRK's Main Hoon Na (college backdrop) as the springboard.

On the other hand, I've really gotten fed up of Vijay Sethupathi. He's now entering Parthiban level of acting. Once a gimmick's been patternized (body language, dialogue delivery or his case, yelling) it enters an irritation phase. I don't understand the hype/hoopla around him. He's going through the same motions and sleep-walks his role and lacks the enthu of a villian. With Super Deluxe showing him in a drag role, god knows how much torture we the audience have to endure. He will fade quite fast at this rate.

SImran had a better role than Trisha and it's a real pity we saw less of her instead of being limited to 10 minutes and a song.

Petta is once watchable, but much like Puri Jagan's revival of the "Angry Young Man", for Amitabh Bachchan, it revitalizes the genre of 90s Rajnikanth.

U r the hero of the film #Petta. U r a hostel warden, leading a peaceful existence. Ur students love n respect u. Life is beautiful. One day, ur old enemy rears his ugly head n all hell breaks loose. U turn into a one man army n take on the bad guys. They abruptly realize that u r not a simple warden, u r actually #rajinikanth. U can do anything n everything. But its too late. U have already wrecked them n their empire. Running time should be reduced by 30 minutes. Rating 2.5/5.

Thalaivar is a king of styles... Guns Coolers walk, talk, cigarette... Full treat to watch.... Extraordinary Screenplay by Karthik Subburaj... Lots of twists and turns....

Director confused a lot in the time period of the movie.. characters in the movie don't have smart phones. But they are taking print out of the Facebook profile.. and they are talking about the you trending..

If you have seen Kabali then this film is just rewritten characters and rewritten story. Nothing special. Nothing 'super star' about it. Everyone wants to make money using Rajnikanth in their film but not one director/ writer has the guts to sit and write a decent character for him. The same old twists in Kabali (except the ending here, which was quite OK).

If these shameless directors calling themselves Rajnikanth fans keep writing same old, lame stories then there is no need to watch a Rajnikanth film.

Someone write a character where Rajnikanth can show he can act. Stop giving him roles that are way below his age. Shame on these writers and directors.