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Max

Original title: MAX
  • 2024
  • 2h 12m
IMDb RATING
7.1/10
3.6K
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Sudeep in Max (2024)
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Inspector Arjun Mahakshay, law and order inspector reports to duty at a new police station after a 2 months suspension and faces an unexpected situation. Can Arjun save the day?Inspector Arjun Mahakshay, law and order inspector reports to duty at a new police station after a 2 months suspension and faces an unexpected situation. Can Arjun save the day?Inspector Arjun Mahakshay, law and order inspector reports to duty at a new police station after a 2 months suspension and faces an unexpected situation. Can Arjun save the day?

  • Director
    • Vijay Karthikeyan
  • Writer
    • Vijay Karthikeyan
  • Stars
    • Sudeep
    • Sunil
    • Varalaxmi Sarathkumar
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.1/10
    3.6K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Vijay Karthikeyan
    • Writer
      • Vijay Karthikeyan
    • Stars
      • Sudeep
      • Sunil
      • Varalaxmi Sarathkumar
    • 38User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 6 nominations total

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    Sudeep
    Sudeep
    • Arjun Mahakshay
    Sunil
    Sunil
    • Gani
    Varalaxmi Sarathkumar
    Varalaxmi Sarathkumar
    • Roopa
    Sharath Lohitashwa
    Sharath Lohitashwa
    • Minister Parashuram
    Vamsi Krishna
    Vamsi Krishna
    • Narsimha
    Ilavarasu
    Ilavarasu
    • Head Constable Ravanan
    Prabhakar
    Prabhakar
    Kamaraj
    Pramod Shetty
    Pramod Shetty
    • Devraj
    Veena Sundar
    Veena Sundar
    • Ravanan's wife
    Ugrram Manju
    • Constable Das
    Samyuktha Hornadu
    • Inspector B. Aarathi
    Sudha Belawadi
    Sudha Belawadi
    • Arjun Mahakshay's Mother
    Kari Subbu
    Kari Subbu
    • Gani's Father
    Sukrutha Wagle
    • Constable Meena
    Krishna Hebbale
    Krishna Hebbale
    Mithra
    Anirudh Bhat
    • Michael
    • Director
      • Vijay Karthikeyan
    • Writer
      • Vijay Karthikeyan
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    7SoloNecromancer

    Maximum Mass

    Mass and Cool Fast phased Action Thriller

    The plot This film is all about a incident that occurrs after arrival of Police Inspector named Max to a certain station after clearing his suspension period, and which goes beyond his control Like an Accident, Which is you have to find out on your own in theater's

    For Fans it's a Celebration wow I've whistled, screamed and shouted top of my lungs, man it was awesome experience, This is how we want to see mr kiccha sudeep sir, like a cool macho man.

    Absolute treat for our kannada cinema fans, lemm'e say this boldly it's better than vk. Just go and experience it in theaters, they really brought us something very special treat for this Christmas, go and have tht Fan and Joy moment with ur friend's and family.

    When you really look into it critically It's a Generic norm story which based on only one night drama tht excels at Action sequence's and Creating more curiosity and suspense till the end of the film.

    And it's in our indian over exaggerated form (mass) only feels at certain times cuz which is a blast for Kiccha Fans

    The Quality of the cinema was good and The Music mix is the key element which takes the film to next level and give's the cinematic experience. Outclasses other typical mass film's by certain key moments, Visual's quality is Really Good and Man The fight tht comes before interval is the best thing in this whole film and They've really scored something very cool and special which is awesome, they've really experimented like a western cinema.it was like a wow moment in the film Background score is handled well with proper visualization which boosts Cinematic Vibes and Make's it Cool Acting is very good especially ugram manju and other cast's surrounding the Protagonist, and The negative roled character's acting is also well met. Which engage the audience to feel tht negative vibe and hate them.

    It doesn't has overacting stuff as other typical film's.

    This time Sudeep sir character design is very good compared to Previous Film VK.

    Gives audience tht special moment to enjoy his presence and cheers them on every time he comes to screen with his cool aura.

    The film is fast phased action thriller you don't even notice anything other than the screen, that! Good it was!....... Trust me!.

    Keeps you at the edge of your seats throughout the film .

    It is a theatrical experience cinema 🎦
    10harshapr-82158

    Mass entertainment super

    After 2 years of waiting sudeep gives full mass entertainment movie. Fights and climax is the highlight of the movie. Screenplay, narration is ultimately done. For every scene audience will watch like sitting in the edge of seats for sure. The music of the films composed by kantara fame ajneesh Loknath, he done his job tremendous. Acting wise the sudeep swag, style, attitude is feast for the fans. The whole police staff behind sudeep did their character brilliantly and the fights composed by chethan dsouza was fantastic. Lot of suspense and triller to watch in the movie. Finally pakka mass entertainment for all kind of people.
    10theteamphoenix

    Maximum mass

    A brilliantly executed action thriller, this movie is a masterpiece. Despite having a concise storyline, it has been crafted exceptionally well. The cinematography and background score are outstanding, and Sudeep Sir's performance is simply extraordinary. Initially, I watched it because it was Sudeep Sir's film, but the debut director has delivered a phenomenal piece of work. What I assumed would be a typical mass entertainer turned out to be an impeccably executed action-packed thriller. The gripping background score by Ajaneesh Sir complements the flawless storytelling, with every scene and trailer moment perfectly explained, leaving no loose ends. This film is a complete blockbuster, guaranteed to give you goosebumps throughout! Finally I will say Maximum mass,Jai Kiccha Boss!!!!
    8shivrajpb

    Best action movie ever from sudeep

    Wow..sudeep sir u r great. What a action packed movie. What a acting by sudeep. Manju also did well. Best direction and screenplay. Not a single min u get bored in a movie and seat edging story. I usually dont give opinion to sudeep movies but this one made me to give the rating and comments. Sudeep sir great acting and given yourself max to the max movie. Manju as usual proved he can play any role. Congrats to whole team and its efforts. No one act as sudrep sir does in this movie. His aggression and Anger for the police role covered best. Few silly mistakes are there but over all its a best movie.
    8sanketsarwade

    A Goosebump-Inducing, Rooted Action Thriller That Knows Exactly What It's Doing

    Let me just say this upfront - Max (2024) is the kind of Kannada film I've been craving for. A high-octane, tightly packed action thriller that doesn't waste your time with fluff, melodrama, or unnecessary romantic angles. It grabs you by the collar in the first 10 minutes and doesn't let go until the final frame. And for someone like me who enjoys fast-paced, one-night or few-hours-type narratives, this movie was an absolute blast.

    Direction - Razor-Sharp and Confident

    Vijay Karthikeyaa, take a bow. For a debut film, the direction here is not just good - it's mature, focused, and unapologetically Indian. He clearly knew what story he wanted to tell and how. No detours. No forced love stories. No unnecessary side plots. Just pure, raw intensity wrapped in a gripping thriller format. The pacing is tight, the mood is consistent, and most importantly, the film feels like it respects the viewer's intelligence. That's rare nowadays.

    BGM and Songs - GOOSEBUMPS. EVERY. TIME.

    Now let's talk about the music - holy sht*, the BGM is absolutely haunting in the best way possible. B. Ajaneesh Loknath delivers a background score that doesn't just support the scenes - it elevates them. There were multiple moments where the music gave me literal goosebumps, especially during the chase sequences and the confrontation scenes. It's the kind of score that stays with you long after the movie is over.

    And the songs? Minimal, yes. But when they come in, they feel earned. Not inserted for the sake of a musical break. They actually complement the story's vibe. That's how it should be.

    Editing - Crisp and Clean

    I cannot thank the editors enough for not bloating this movie with garbage scenes that slow everything down. No out-of-place romance. No flashbacks that add nothing. No long drawn-out monologues. Every scene in Max feels necessary. It's like the filmmakers had a clear respect for time - both theirs and the audience's.

    There's a sweet spot between making a film feel full and making it feel long - Max hits that sweet spot perfectly.

    Action - Brutal, Raw, and Satisfying

    This is where Max really punches through. The action choreography here doesn't feel like dance routines - it feels real. Gritty. Ground-level. There's blood, there's desperation, and most importantly, there's weight behind every hit. You feel the pain. You feel the stakes.

    The hero isn't doing superhero jumps or flying across rooftops. He's fighting with whatever he's got - fists, tools, surroundings - and it works so damn well. It reminded me of old-school Indian action films but with modern polish. Kichcha Sudeep looks and moves like a man possessed. Easily one of his best performances.

    Story - A Tight One-Night Thriller That Delivers

    I love stories that happen over one night or just a few hours. There's a built-in urgency that you can't replicate in stories spanning days or weeks. Max takes full advantage of that format.

    Without spoiling too much, the plot revolves around one man caught in a deadly situation with limited time and resources. What follows is a tense game of cat and mouse with twists that feel organic and earned. It's not trying to be clever for the sake of it - it's trying to stay real, grounded, and high-stakes.

    Characters and Performances - Real People, Not Caricatures

    One thing I truly appreciated was how Indian this movie felt - in the best way possible. The characters talk like real people. Their motivations are clear, their emotions are raw, and their reactions feel human. Even the villains aren't cartoony - they're threatening because they're believable.

    Sudeep owns the screen, of course. His portrayal of Max is intense but never over-the-top. You can see the rage, the confusion, the desperation - it's all in his eyes. No need for dramatic dialogues. His body language does the talking.

    The supporting cast is solid too. No one feels out of place. Everyone knows their role and plays it right.

    A Word on 'Marco' - And Why Max Feels So Much Better

    I've got to say this - after sitting through something like Marco (which didn't even feel like an Indian movie to me), Max felt like a breath of fresh air. Or maybe like a punch of authenticity. Marco tried so hard to look like a Western action flick that it lost its soul somewhere in the process. Everything felt fake - the accents, the lighting, the behavior. Like a bad knock-off of John Wick but without any of the heart.

    Max, on the other hand, embraces its Indian roots - from the setting, to the way the characters behave, to the music. And because of that, it actually stands out. It's not pretending to be something it's not. It's fully aware of what it is - and that self-awareness makes it ten times more impactful.

    I like my action grounded. I like it emotional. I like it fast. Max gave me all of that and more.

    Final Verdict

    Max is the kind of film that doesn't waste your time. It's intense, fast, emotional, and most importantly, rooted in Indian storytelling. Every technical aspect - direction, BGM, editing, action - comes together beautifully to create a film that's both entertaining and satisfying.

    This isn't just a good Kannada film. This is a great film, period.

    My IMDb Rating: 8/10

    I highly recommend this to anyone who loves thrillers, action films, and tightly written scripts. Skip the flashy, soulless stuff like Marco. Watch Max instead - you'll be glad you did.

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    • Release date
      • December 25, 2024 (India)
    • Country of origin
      • India
    • Official site
      • ZEE5
    • Languages
      • Kannada
      • Telugu
      • Tamil
      • Malayalam
    • Also known as
      • मैक्स
    • Production companies
      • Kichcha Creatiions
      • V Creations
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      • $31,183
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      2 hours 12 minutes
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