
Cast: Vijay, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Prabhu Deva, Prashant Thyagarajan, Kokila Mohan, Jayaram, Sneha, VTV Ganesh, Aravind Akash, Vaibhav Reddy, and others.



Story and Direction: Venkat Prabhu



Music: Yuvan Shankar Raja



Cinematography: Siddharth Nuni



Editing: Venkat Rajan



Producers: Kalpathi S. Aghoram, Kalpathi S. Ganesh, Kalpathi S. Suresh



Tamil star hero Vijay stars in the latest action thriller 'The GOAT' (The Greatest of All Time), directed by Venkat Prabhu. The film also features Meenakshi Chaudhary as the female lead, with important roles played by Sneha, Laila, Prashant, and Prabhu Deva. This film is notable for its use of de-aging technology. With rumors circulating that this might be Vijay's last film before entering politics, expectations for the film were quite high. How did the film turn out? How much did it captivate the audience? Did it provide another unforgettable success for Vijay or not? Let’s find out in this review.







Plot



Gandhi (Vijay), a special anti-terrorism squad officer, conducts various successful missions with his teammates Sunil (Prashant), Ajay (Ajmal), and Kalyan Sundaram (Prabhu Deva). However, he keeps his job a secret from his wife Anu (Sneha). During one mission abroad, his five-year-old son dies. Believing her husband to be responsible, Anu distances herself from Gandhi. Distraught, Gandhi leaves the force. Years later, on a trip to Moscow, he encounters his son Jeevan (Vijay), whom he thought was dead, alive. Overjoyed, he brings him back to India. From then on, Gandhi’s acquaintances start dying one by one. Who is responsible for these deaths? How did his presumed-dead son come back? How does Gandhi stop the killings? These questions form the crux of the story.







Performances



Vijay delivers a dual role, excelling as Gandhi but the young Vijay’s digitally aged look as Jeevan might feel a bit off, not entirely convincing. Vijay shines again in action sequences and emotional scenes, proving his star quality. Meenakshi Chaudhary as the heroine doesn’t have much of a role, feeling more like a guest appearance. Prashant, Ajmal, and Prabhu Deva as squad members are adequate but not outstanding. Jayaram, as the head of the squad, captivates with his performance. Sneha impresses with her acting as Gandhi’s wife. Tamil youth hero Shiva Karthikeyan makes a mark in a cameo, and Trisha excites in a special song appearance. The rest of the cast performs adequately within their roles.







Direction



Director Venkat Prabhu’s storyline lacks novelty. The narrative of a hero working in defense and the villain raising his son to turn against him has been seen many times before. However, the scenes detailing the son’s revenge feel engaging. The first half is mostly spent introducing the characters, and the plot progresses as expected until the pre-interval. The interval scene raises curiosity for the second half, which, although predictable, includes some twists that surprise the audience. The comedy and dialogues are deeply rooted in Tamil culture, which might not entirely appeal to the Telugu audience. However, Vijay’s fans will likely find the film quite entertaining.







Technically



On the technical front, the songs by Yuvan Shankar Raja are forgettable, not leaving a lasting impact. However, the background music enhances the action sequences, elevating them to another level. The graphic department could have done better, especially with Vijay’s de-aging look. Editing is competent. The production values are high, showing no compromise in terms of budget.







Plus Points



- Vijay’s performance



- Action sequences



- Climax



Minus Points



- Predictable plot



- Slow first half



Telugu.yousay.tv Rating : 2.5/5&nbsp;


Vijay's 'The GOAT': A Predictable Action Drama with Strong Performances and High Expectations


Tamil superstar Vijay stars in the latest action thriller 'The Goat' (The Greatest Of All Time), directed by Venkat Prabhu. Meenakshi Chaudhary plays the leading lady, while Sneha, Laila, Prashanth, and Prabhu Deva have significant roles. This film, developed with de-aging technology, has garnered high expectations as it is rumored to be Vijay's final movie before his political entry. It was released worldwide on Thursday (September 5) and received mixed reactions in the Telugu states, but it was a hit among Vijay's fans in Tamil Nadu. Let’s see how the movie performed on its first day.



Day 1 Collections



Matching the high expectations, 'The Goat' (The Greatest Of All Time) raked in impressive collections on its first day. In India alone, the film is estimated to have grossed over ₹55 crores, with a net collection of ₹43 crores. Tamil Nadu alone contributed a gross of ₹38.3 crores. The Telugu states accounted for ₹3 crores and Hindi markets brought in ₹1.7 crores in gross collections. The worldwide gross is expected to surpass ₹80 crores on the first day. However, according to trade estimates, 'The Goat' could not surpass the record set by Vijay’s previous film 'Leo', which collected ₹148.5 crores on its first day.







What's 'The Goat' Like?



Director Venkat Prabhu’s story does not present much novelty. Movies featuring a hero working in defense sectors and villains raising the hero’s son only to use him against the hero have been seen before. However, the scenes depicting the son’s revenge feel intriguing. The first half mainly introduces the hero and other characters, progressing predictably until the pre-interval. The interval scene raises interest for the second half, which largely unfolds as expected, but the climax is crafted to captivate. The twists in the second half are sure to surprise the audience. The Tamil essence in comedy and dialogues might not appeal much to the Telugu audience, but Vijay's fans will likely find the film immensely engaging.







The Plot



Gandhi (Vijay), a special anti-terrorism squad officer, conducts various successful missions with his teammates Sunil (Prashant), Ajay (Ajmal), and Kalyan Sundaram (Prabhu Deva). However, he keeps his job a secret from his wife Anu (Sneha). During one mission abroad, his five-year-old son dies. Believing her husband to be responsible, Anu distances herself from Gandhi. Distraught, Gandhi leaves the force. Years later, on a trip to Moscow, he encounters his son Jeevan (Vijay), whom he thought was dead, alive. Overjoyed, he brings him back to India. From then on, Gandhi’s acquaintances start dying one by one. Who is responsible for these deaths? How did his presumed-dead son come back? How does Gandhi stop the killings? These questions form the crux of the story.




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Vijay's 'The Goat' Makes a Strong Impact with First-Day Collections Despite Mixed Reviews


Tamil star hero Vijay stars in the latest action thriller "The Goat" (The Greatest Of All Time), directed by Venkat Prabhu. Meenakshi Chaudhary is the heroine, with Sneha, Laila, Prashanth, and Prabhudeva playing key roles. The film, featuring de-aging technology, marks Vijay's last movie before his rumoured entry into politics, which has spiked expectations. However, it was released worldwide on Thursday, September 5. In Telugu-speaking regions, the film received mixed reviews, whereas in Tamil Nadu, it particularly captivated Vijay's fanbase and garnered a hit talk. On its first day, the movie grossed over Rs. 120 crore. Now, let’s see how the weekend collections shaped up.



How Much Did The Weekend Collections Amount To?



Vijay’s "The Goat" (The Greatest Of All Time) lived up to expectations at the box office, grossing Rs. 282.5 crore worldwide in the first four days, narrowly missing the Rs. 300 crore club. However, it set a record as the highest-grossing Tamil film of the year. Dhanush's recent film 'Raayan' crossed lifetime gross earnings of Rs. 154 crore within the first two days and set this feat. Notably, 'The Goat' grossed Rs. 106.40 crore in Tamil Nadu alone. In the two Telugu-speaking states, it collected Rs. 10.10 crore, Rs. 21.1 crore in Karnataka, Rs. 10.4 crore in Kerala, and Rs. 13.9 crore in the rest of India. Overseas, the film fetched around Rs. 120.15 crore according to trade estimates. Currently, the film is surging towards the Rs. 300 crore club.







What’s The Film Like?



Director Venkat Prabhu’s storyline doesn’t bring anything new to the table. Movies featuring a hero working in defense and the villain raising the hero’s son only to turn him against his father have been quite common. However, the scenes written about the son’s revenge seem interesting. The first half is mostly spent introducing the hero and other characters, with the story unfolding predictably until the pre-interval. The interval scene sets up an intriguing second half. Though the second half also largely unfolds as expected, the director successfully crafted an engaging climax. The twists in the second half will surprise the audience. The film’s comedy and dialogues are deeply infused with Tamil elements, which might not appeal as much to the Telugu audience. However, for Vijay's fans, this film is sure to be a treat.







What's the Story?



Gandhi (Vijay), a special anti-terrorism squad officer, conducts various successful missions with his teammates Sunil (Prashant), Ajay (Ajmal), and Kalyan Sundaram (Prabhu Deva). However, he keeps his job a secret from his wife Anu (Sneha). During one mission abroad, his five-year-old son dies. Believing her husband to be responsible, Anu distances herself from Gandhi. Distraught, Gandhi leaves the force. Years later, on a trip to Moscow, he encounters his son Jeevan (Vijay), whom he thought was dead, alive. Overjoyed, he brings him back to India. From then on, Gandhi’s acquaintances start dying one by one. Who is responsible for these deaths? How did his presumed-dead son come back? How does Gandhi stop the killings? These questions form the crux of the story.






Vijay's 'The Goat' Nears ₹300 Crore Mark with Impressive Box Office Performance


For movie lovers, weekends are a big celebration. OTT platforms release new movies, providing great entertainment. That's why movie lovers eagerly await the weekend. Like always, this week too, several new films are ready to entertain. You can enjoy them from the comfort of your home with your family. What are these films? What are their plots? Where are they streaming? Let's explore this special feature.



The Greatest Of All Time



The latest film starring Vijay, "The Greatest Of All Time," directed by Venkat Prabhu, has arrived on OTT. Starting from October 3, it's streaming on Netflix. You can watch the movie in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi. The plot: Gandhi (Vijay) works as a special anti-terrorism squad officer. During a mission abroad, he loses his son, leading his wife Anu (Sneha) to distance herself from him. Years later, in Moscow, Gandhi encounters his son Jeevan (Vijay), believed to be dead. He joyfully brings him home, but then, one by one, Gandhi's associates start dying. Who is behind these murders? How did the supposedly dead Jeevan come back?







35 Chinna Katha Kaadu



The latest film starring Nivetha Thomas, "35 Chinna Katha Kaadu," is an emotional comedy drama directed by Nandakishore Imani. Featuring Priyadarshi, Vishwadev Rachakonda, and Gauthami in key roles, the movie, which was released in theaters on September 6, received positive reviews and started streaming on Aha from October 2. The plot: Prasad (Vishwadev) and Saraswati (Nivetha Thomas) are a middle-class couple. Their son Arun studies in the sixth grade but is weak in mathematics, leading his tutor Chanakya (Priyadarshi) to nickname him 'Zero.' Failing his exams, Arun is given the condition that he must score at least 35 marks in math to stay in school. What did Arun do? How did his mother Saraswati help him?







Bhale Unnade



The film "Bhale Unnade," starring Raj Tarun and directed by J. Shivasai Vardhan, has come to entertain OTT viewers. Manisha Kandkuri stars as the heroine. The movie, which appeared before the audience on September 13, is streaming on ETV Win starting October 3. The plot: Radha (Raj Tarun) is a gentle soul working as a saree draper in Visakhapatnam and helping his mother. He grows close to Manisha, who works at a bank, through delivering her lunch boxes. They fall in love and get engaged, but doubts arise about Radha's suitability for marriage. What happened next? What test did Krishna set for Radha?







CTRL (Control)



Ananya Panday stars as a social media influencer in the psychological thriller CTRL, directed by Vikramaditya Motwane. Starting October 4, this movie will be streaming on Netflix OTT. The film uses artificial intelligence (AI) technology and social media as themes.







Kalinga



Dhruva Vayu stars in the recent film "Kalinga," which he also directed. Pragya Nayan plays the heroine, with producers Deepthi Kondaveeti and Prithvi Yadav. The film, which blends horror elements with fantasy, was released in theaters on September 13 and has been streaming on Aha since September 2. The plot: No one who crosses the borders of Kalinga village and enters the forest returns alive. The villagers believe that the forest guards the riches of King Kalinga, protected by an evil force. Linga (Dhruva Vayu), a villager, enters the forest with his friends to win his love. What challenges did he face? What is the mystery of King Kalinga? Did Linga survive?







Crazy Romance



There's a significant craze for Korean films on OTT platforms. In this vein, the romantic comedy drama "Crazy Romance" has now become available in India on OTT. Directed by Kim Han-gyul, the film began streaming on Amazon Prime from October 2 and can be watched in Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil. The plot: Lee Jae-hoon struggles to forget his ex-girlfriend after a breakup. At his office, he meets Sun Young, who has also recently broken up with her boyfriend. They develop a relationship but soon face disagreements and challenges in their love life. How did they resolve these issues?







When Evil Lurks



For those looking for a horror film on OTT, "When Evil Lurks," a Spanish film, is now streaming in Telugu dubbing on Amazon Prime since October 1. The plot: Pedro (Rodriguez) and Jaime (Solomon) live in a remote village where they identify the presence of a demon one day. They decide to destroy the demon's emerging body, leading to many challenges. How did they overcome these trials?







Blink



"Blink," a Kannada science fiction film starring Deekshith Shetty, known from "Dasara," arrived on Amazon Prime in May and is now available in Telugu on Aha since September 30. The movie, which explores a time travel concept, has gained significant popularity. The plot: Apurva (Deekshith Shetty), who has failed his PG, works a part-time job and falls in love with Swapna (Mandatha). A secret about his father turns Apurva's life upside down. By blinking, he travels through time. What's the cause of this phenomenon?







Deadpool &amp; Wolverine



Recently released and achieving blockbuster success, "Deadpool &amp; Wolverine" has arrived on OTT. Streaming on Amazon Prime from October 1, the film stars Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman as Deadpool and Wolverine, respectively. The plot: Deadpool, aka Wade Wilson, works as a car salesman leading an ordinary life until one day, he is taken by the Time Variance Authority's Paradox agents to Earth 616. There, Deadpool needs Wolverine's help. What is Earth 616? Why was Deadpool brought there? What adventures do Deadpool and Wolverine undertake?







Saripodhaa Sanivaaram



Nani stars in "Saripodhaa Sanivaaram," directed by Vivek Athreya, which has achieved blockbuster success and recently arrived on OTT. Streaming on Netflix from September 26, the film features SJ Suryah as the villain with Priyanka Mohan alongside Nani. Sai Kumar, Abhirami, and Aditi Balan play key roles. The plot: Surya (Nani), an LIC agent, cannot stand injustice. He chooses Saturdays to express his anger. Meanwhile, the people of Sokulapalem face hardships. How did Surya confront a corrupt police officer causing chaos there? How did he support the local people?







Demonte Colony 2



"Demonte Colony 2," a horror thriller starring Arulnithi and Priya Bhavani Shankar, directed by R. Ajay Gnanamuthu, recently released to positive reviews. The film, which thrilled audiences in August, is coming to OTT this week. Streaming on Zee5 in Telugu and Tamil from September 27, it is a sequel to the 2015 film "Demonte Colony." The plot: Debbie (Priya Bhavani Shankar) learns that her husband, Shyam, suspiciously committed suicide after reading a book. Realizing that others who read the book also committed suicide, she learns that Srinivas (Arulnithi), his twin brother, has read the book. How did Debbie save them? What is the evil force behind the book?







Prathinidhi 2



Nara Rohit stars in "Prathinidhi 2," a political backdrop film and a sequel to his earlier film "Prathinidhi." Directed by journalist Murthy Devapthapu, the movie was released in theaters in May and arrived on OTT last week. Streaming on Aha from September 27, the plot: Chetan (Nara Rohit), an honest journalist and CEO of NCC channel, exposes political leaders' misdeeds. An assassination attempt is made on the CM. Who is behind it? What did the CBI investigation reveal? What was Nara Rohit's fight against the political system?






Telugu OTT Movies This Week: Must-Watch Films This Dussera Weekend!


In the current era of OTT, new movies are greeting the audience every week. This weekend is no exception, with several Telugu films set to stream. Some are already available. So, what are this week's releases, where are they streaming, and what are their plots? Let's find out in this special report.



Mathu Vadalara 2



The blockbuster comedy movie ‘Mathu Vadalara 2’ is coming to OTT this weekend. Starting October 11, it will stream on Netflix. Released in theaters on September 13, the film has been a success. Sri Simha and Satya are the lead actors. The plot revolves around delivery boy agents Babu (Sri Simha) and Yesubabu (Satya) who turn into special agents. A small mistake in a case leads them into trouble. What is the case? What mistake did they make? How did they get out of it? How does undercover agent Nidhi (Faria Abdullah) help them?







Gorre Puranam



The recent film ‘Gorre Puranam,’ starring Suhas, seemed average at the box office. Released in theaters on September 20, this film with a different concept is now streaming on Aha from October 10 (Thursday). Those who missed it in theaters can now watch it at home. The plot involves a sheep, bought by a Muslim man for biryani, escaping into a village temple. After some villagers decide to sacrifice it while inebriated, Hindus take it into custody. This leads to tensions between two communities, resulting in the police arresting the sheep. Ravi (Suhas) is jailed in the same cell. Who is Ravi? What is his connection to the sheep's alleged murder?







Pailam Pilaga



The film ‘Pailam Pilaga,’ starring Sai Teja and Pavani Karanam, came to audiences on September 20 and seemed decent. As a Dussehra release, it started streaming on ETV Win from October 10. The plot is about Shiva, who decides to settle well in Dubai. He needs Rs. 2 lakhs for a passport and job, which leads him to try selling a piece of land on a hill, but no one initially comes forward. However, the next day, people compete to buy it. Why did they compete for a worthless hill? Did Shiva's wish come true?







Sabari



‘Sabari,’ a Pan-India film featuring the unique actress Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, was produced under the banner of Maha Movies by Mahendranath Kondla. Introduced as a director by Anil Katz, the film, which received average reviews in theaters, is coming to OTT this weekend. From October 11, it will be released in five languages on Sannext. The plot follows Sanjana (Varalaxmi), who leaves her husband and moves from Mumbai to Visakhapatnam with her daughter, joining a corporate company as a Zumba dancer. However, Surya (Mime Gopi) attempts to kill her. Who is Surya? Why did Sanjana leave her husband, Aravind? How did she save her kidnapped daughter?







Level Cross



‘Level Cross,’ a Malayalam movie starring Amala Paul, is a psychological thriller directed by Arfaz Ayub. After being released in theaters two months ago, it is coming to OTT. Starting October 11, it will stream on Aha. The plot involves Chaithali (Amala Paul) getting injured in a train accident. She is saved by a railway gatekeeper, Raghu (Asif Ali). After meeting Raghu, unexpected events start happening in Chaithali’s life. Why does she imagine she is married? What is the relationship between them?







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Krishnam Pranaya Sakhi



In the romantic movie ‘Krishnam Pranaya Sakhi,’ Kannada Golden Star Ganesh stars as the hero, directed by Srinivasaraju, famous for 'Dandupalyam.' Alongside Malavikanair and Sharanya Shetty, the film was a super success in Kannada and is streaming from October 11 in Telugu on Amazon Prime. The plot involves Krishna (Ganesh), who manages his family business and desires a wife who can adjust to his joint family. He meets Pranaya, an orphan, and hides the fact that he’s wealthy to get closer to her. Meanwhile, Janhvi tries to win Krishna’s heart. How does this love triangle unfold?







The Greatest Of All Time



If you haven’t yet caught up with the intriguing films from last week, make plans for this weekend. ‘The Greatest Of All Time,’ starring Vijay and directed by Venkat Prabhu, is an action movie streaming since October 3 on Netflix. Available in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi, the plot follows Gandhi (Vijay), a special anti-terrorism squad officer. On a mission abroad, he loses his son, causing his wife Anu (Sneha) to distance herself from him. Years later, in Moscow, Gandhi sees his presumed-dead son Jeevan (Vijay) alive and brings him home, but soon, people connected to Gandhi start dying. Who is responsible for these murders? How did the supposedly dead Jeevan come back?







35 Chinna Katha Kaadu



The latest film starring prominent actress Nivetha Thomas, '35 Chinna Katha Kaadu,' is an emotional comedy drama directed by Nandakishore Imani. Featuring Priyadarshi, Vishwadev Rachakonda, and Gauthami in key roles, the movie gained positive reviews after its September 6 theater release. Streaming on Aha since October 2, the plot centers around a middle-class couple, Prasad (Vishwadev) and Saraswati (Nivetha Thomas). Their son Arun, in sixth grade, struggles with math. Labelled as a zero by math teacher Chanakya (Priyadarshi), Arun fails his exams. The school stipulates that he must score at least 35 marks in math to continue. How did Arun handle this situation? How did his mother Saraswati help him?







Bhale Unnade



'Bhale Unnade,' featuring Raj Tarun and directed by J. Shivasai Vardhan, with Manisha Kandkur as the heroine, appeared before the audience on September 13 and has now come to entertain OTT viewers. Streaming on ETV Win from October 3, the plot follows Radha (Raj Tarun), a very gentle man working as a saree draper in Visakhapatnam, helping his mother. He gets close to Manisha, who works in a bank, through a lunch box exchange. They grow fond of each other and eventually get engaged. But will Radha be suitable for marriage? What happens next? What test does Krishna put Radha through?






Weekend OTT Suggestions October 12: Make your Dussehra weekend more entertaining with these films!

Squid Game (Season-2)

స్క్విడ్ గేమ్(సీజన్-2)

వరల్డ్ మోస్ట్‌ వాంటెడ్ వెబ్‌సిరీస్‌ ‘స్క్విడ్‌ గేమ్‌ 2’ (Squid Game 2) ఓటీటీలో స్ట్రీమింగ్‌కు వచ్చింది. 2021లో విడుదలై విశేష ప్రేక్షకాదరణ సొంతం చేసుకున్న కొరియన్‌ వెబ్‌ సిరీస్‌ ‘స్క్విడ్‌ గేమ్‌’కు సీక్వెల్‌గా ఇది రూపొందింది. తెలుగు, హిందీ సహా పలు దక్షిణాది భాషల్లో ఈ సిరీస్‌ స్ట్రీమింగ్‌కు వచ్చింది. మెుత్తం ఏడు ఎపిసోడ్స్‌తో అందుబాటులోకి వచ్చింది. 

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