After Khushi, Pawan Kalyan’s career has never seen the kind of craze that OG has generated. The announcement poster itself created massive buzz. Fans are more excited about this film than any other in recent times. The promotional content has only added to the hype. How did Sujeeth, with just two films’ experience, handle such a massive project? Has the film lived up to the expectations of Pawan Kalyan’s fans? Let’s find out!
Story: Gambhira alias OG (Pawan Kalyan), who once stood by Satya Dada (Prakash Raj) and helped him secure a port in Mumbai, now lives happily with Kanmani (Priyanka Arul Mohan) in Madurai, away from the underworld. But in Mumbai, the monsters of the dark kingdom hunt him down and drag him back into their world. Who is the real Gambhira? What is his connection with Japan? What is the item that all the dons of the Mumbai port are after? And how does Gambhira deal with them? The answers unfold in OG.
Performances: Pawan Kalyan shines in his first big-screen appearance after Khushi. His ’80s look is a full feast for fans, and his attitude on screen is electrifying. Fans may wonder why other directors couldn’t present him like this before. Emraan Hashmi’s role is predictable, though his screen presence is solid.
Arjun Das delivers a notable act, while Shreya Reddy steals the show in her portions with commanding dialogue delivery and expressions. Senior actors Prakash Raj and Subhalekha Sudhakar add weight with their performances.
Technical Aspects: Thaman emerges as the second hero of the film, with his powerful background score and sound mixing. His music elevates nearly every sequence. The production design, costumes, and styling deserve special mention, recreating the 80s era with finesse. The CG work, especially the title card sequence, is top-notch. Cinematography enhances Pawan’s energy and charm, while DI work makes visuals striking. The action sequences, particularly the katana fight, the interval block, and the second-half stunts, are designed with style and impact.
Analysis: There’s a thin line between drama and lag, and OG often slips into the latter. While it has a big story, countless characters, stylish presentation, Thaman’s music, and plenty of fan moments, the weak screenplay drags it down.
Still, Pawan Kalyan’s energy, mass appeal, and stylish presence make OG a treat for fans. With a tighter screenplay, the film could have been a blockbuster. Sujeeth has presented his favorite actor in a way that goes beyond what fans usually expect. Especially in terms of the visuals, there was no compromise at all.
The integration of Japan into the story is interesting. Although character establishments took some time, overall, they felt necessary. The police station sequence in the second half stands out as a highlight of the film. Many scenes were designed as fan moments, which deserve appreciation.
However, when it comes to the screenplay, Sujeeth stumbled in the second half and failed to maintain proper connection. While the scenes were good individually, they did not entertain as a complete story. The highly anticipated Pawan Kalyan vs. Emraan Hashmi showdown is disappointing and falls short of expectations.
Verdict: Overall, OG could have been far more impressive if Sujeeth had taken extra care in this regard. But he chose to direct the film as a fanboy and gave fans the much-needed high with fan moments.
Rating: 3/5
