‘Mandaadi’ OTT review: Soori’s performance and intense boat scenes win praise, fans point out screenplay flaws in Mathimaran’s directorial | Tamil Movie News
Soori‘s ‘Mandaadi’ has gained a new wave of fans following its OTT release, as people react online with both positive and negative reviews for the Tamil movie. What has been praised about the movie is its unique making, setting, and high-octane sequences, especially those involving boats. While Soori’s performance stands out as a strong point, the supporting actors and music, have also gained positive attention from the viewers. However, a few viewers found the story a little flat and inconsistent at certain points.
Fans praise Soori’s acting and boat sequences
A section of viewers praised Soori for his emotional scenes, action sequences and overall performance. A viewer described the impact of the movie by saying, “Boat sequences are exciting even after the second show.” One fan appreciated the lead actor’s performance by saying, “Soori’s acting is one of the best acts in the movie.” Some viewers also praised the action sequences and visual effects; one viewer described the movie as “a new try in a new setting.”
Scriptwriting and Soori’s slang are criticized
However, a few viewers were not impressed with the movie. For example, a viewer who gave a rating of 3.75 out of 5 liked the film’s performance and technicality but admitted that a few mistakes did not affect its quality. On the other hand, a viewer who gave a rating of 2.75 out of 5 to the movie liked the fresh atmosphere of the setting and suggested Soori should use more slang in future films. Regarding the screenplay, one critical viewer said, “Good parts about the boat scenes, but the rest of the movie is boring.”
Is Soori’s ‘Mandaadi’ worth watching this weekend on OTT?
The overall reaction to ‘Mandaadi’ seems to reflect the dualism of its action scenes on one side and its plotlines on the other. Even though the film is highly acclaimed for its boat scenes, acting, and production quality, the script was heavily criticized, and the lead character’s dialogues were not well received either. Nevertheless, it would definitely be interesting for those who are interested in Soori’s films and films from unusual settings to watch it.About ‘Mandaadi’Soori and Suhas’ ‘Mandaadi,’ a sports-action drama about traditional sailboat racing and a fierce rivalry between two village teams, features Mahima Nambiar, Sathyaraj, Mithun Jai Shankar and Ravindra Vijay, with Mathimaran Pugazhendi directing. As officially announced by the makers, the film has crossed Rs 150 crore worldwide at the box office.
