Sujeeth’s 'They Call Him OG' comes to the theatre with great expectations. The movie provides a mass catch for Pawan Kalyan’s colossal fan base and the idea of a proper gangster epic.
The story is set in Mumbai, in which the narrative revolves around Ojas Gambheera (Pawan Kalyan). Pawan is playing the role of a samurai who turned rogue. He is forced out of retirement when his family and legacy are in danger. Omi Bhau (Emraan Hashmi) enters the silver screen as the character who sets in motion all the confrontations, fused with kinetic action sequences.
The brilliant display of action and star power
OG is greatly crafted to display Pawan Kalyan’s larger-than-life personality. The director uses slow-motion shots, punchy dialogues, and clingy action in the film. The chemistry between Pawan Kalyan and Priyanka Mohan stands beautifully. Emraan Hashmi plays the role of a villain. His character could be more worked on and stands underutilised. Thaman designed the intense background music, which uplifts the intense scenes and adds to the overall craft. The movie comes with many “whistle moments” but depends greatly on nostalgia and flashbacks to Pawan’s prior hits.
Where it falls short
OG delivers numerous spectacles for the viewers. Loyal fans of Sujeeth may find the narrative repetitive and emotionally hollow. The film finds it hard to connect with the masses, and the underlying plots lack warmth; the twists are very predictable. The motivation of characters, especially for side players and villains, is not that intriguing. The movie’s pacing slows down in the second half. With less engaging sequences, the initial momentum gets affected.
OG is a love letter from Sujeeth to Pawan Kalyan’s huge fan base. The film is packed with signature moments and mass appeal. For fans, it’s a treat; for general audiences. It might be just another average gangster drama with great surface but not enough soul.
