Merry Christmas, a thrilling movie directed by the talented Sriram Raghavan, is set to hit the screens on January 12th! 🎥🍿
The early reviews for the thrilling film Merry Christmas, starring Vijay Sethupathi and Katrina Kaif, are in, and it looks like Sriram Raghavan has another masterpiece on his hands! Filmmaker Vignesh Shivan and others who had the chance to watch the film before its release on January 12th have showered it with praise. The Merry Christmas trailer sets the tone for this Sriram Raghavan thriller, accompanied by a captivating Christmas carol. 🎬
Vignesh Shivan took to his Instagram Stories to express his absolute awe at the incredible performances by Vijay Sethupathi and Katrina Kaif in this brilliantly written and thrilling screenplay by the genius Sriram Raghavan. The film takes us back to the times of Alfred Hitchcock, and the music by Pritam adds another layer of brilliance. The last 30 minutes of the film are simply outstanding! Make sure to catch it in theaters starting January 12th. Vignesh Shivan is immensely proud of Vijay Sethupathi for effortlessly holding it all together. 🎥
Film trade analyst Sathish Kumar M described Merry Christmas as a vintage thriller film, highlighting the intriguing scenes set in the police station during the second half and the climactic moments that showcase Sriram Raghavan’s signature style.
According to an X user named Delusional Amphibian, Merry Christmas is a slow-burning mystery drama that takes its time to set up, gradually building towards a powerful climax. The last 15 minutes of the film are said to be the most impactful, but to truly appreciate it, you need to invest in the first 1.5 hours. Sriram Raghavan cleverly holds all the cards until the end, leaving the audience in suspense. In the climax, Vijay Sethupathi’s performance steals the show, even without any dialogue. It’s best to watch the film without comparing it to Andhadhun to fully enjoy the experience.
According to Cine Observer, Merry Christmas is a slow-burn thriller that moves at a gentle pace. Vijay Sethupathi looks effortlessly cool, and Katrina Kaif looks stunning as always. The story is based on a French novel, and Sriram Raghavan takes his time to build up to the gripping part. As for Films and Stuffs, they praised Vijay Sethupathi and Katrina Kaif for carrying the first half of the film and creating a captivating chemistry that leads to an exciting second half. Merry Christmas has been shot in two languages, Hindi and Tamil, with different supporting actors in each version. In the Hindi version, we can expect to see Sanjay Kapoor, Vinay Pathak, Pratima Kannan, and Tinnu Anand. Meanwhile, the Tamil version features Radhika Sarathkumar, Shanmugaraja, Kevin Jay Babu, and Rajesh Williams in the same roles. It’s fascinating to see how the film is tailored for different audiences. And the new song, “Raat Akeli Hai,” must add an exciting element to the film. Can’t wait to check it out.
