OG Movie Review
OG Movie Review
Telugu360 Rating: 3/5
Story
“They Call Him OG” unfolds as a stylish mafia-action drama set against the gritty backdrops of Japan and Mumbai. Satya Dada (Prakash Raj) owns a port in Mumbai, and a Middle Eastern mafia attempts to smuggle RDX through the port in a container. Ojas Gambheera, a mysterious Japanese warrior and long-time protector of Satya and his family, has been in exile for 15 years. When the RDX container puts Satya’s family in danger, Gambheera makes a powerful return to Mumbai. The rest of the story follows how he rescues Satya’s family while confronting international mafia kingpins.
Analysis
From the start, the film runs in top gear, with the first 20 minutes showcasing technical strength and smart direction. Sujeeth treats OG as a tribute to Powerstar Pawan Kalyan, ensuring plenty of heroic elevations and stylish set pieces. The post-interval twenty minutes, especially Ojhaa’s re-entry to Mumbai, are pure fan delight. However, the momentum dips during the pre-climax, where prolonged emotional scenes and repetitive background cues slow the pace. The film balances mass appeal with classy visuals, but the heavy-handed second half may test non-fan audiences. The plot blends fan-boy moments with a layered underworld tale, moving from an adrenaline-charged introduction to a gripping interval block. While the central conflict and mafia politics keep the tension alive, the family drama subplots fail to pack the same punch, making the final stretch feel slightly heavy. Despite featuring nearly a dozen villains, the director manages to bring them together to create a layered mafia world.
Performances
Pawan Kalyan: Charismatic and commanding, delivering one of his most stylish performances to date. His screen presence elevates even routine moments.
Emraan Hashmi: A worthy antagonist who adds menace and depth to the mafia backdrop.
Priyanka Mohan: Limited scope; her track feels underwritten and largely functions as filler.
Prakash Raj, Arjun Das, and Supporting Cast: Competent, but their family-drama arcs lack emotional impact.
Positives
- Electrifying introduction sequence and interval block.
- Sujeeth’s slick direction and stylish presentation.
- Thaman’s rousing background score (especially in action set pieces).
- High production values.
- Polished cinematography by Ravi K. Chandran.
- Fan-pleasing elevation moments and powerful action choreography.
Negatives
- Pre-climax and final 30 minutes feel dragged and heavy.
- Underwhelming family drama and heroine segments disrupt the pace.
- Overdose of heroic elevations in the second half.
Verdict
“They Call Him OG” is a stylish, action-packed tribute to Pawan Kalyan that will thrill his fans with massive elevations, sleek visuals, and high-voltage action. For general audiences, it’s an average commercial film—neither groundbreaking nor disappointing. Given the Dasara festival season in the Telugu states, this film might end up as a good money-spinner at the box office.
Telugu360 Rating: 3/5
