Vijay Sethupathi’s Thalaivan Thalaivii OTT Reception Turns Sour Despite Box Office Success
Versatile actor Vijay Sethupathi recently delivered a commercial success with the rural family entertainer Thalaivan Thalaivii, directed by Pandiraj and co-starring Nithya Menen. The film grossed over ₹50 crores worldwide, proving to be a solid theatrical hit.
Released in Telugu as Sir Madam, the film is now streaming on Prime Video in multiple languages. However, its OTT reception has not matched its theatrical success. Many netizens have taken to social media to criticize the film, calling it over-the-top, overdramatic, and filled with cringeworthy moments.
Interestingly, some viewers are questioning how the film managed to perform so well at the box office despite what they perceive as weak writing. This isn’t the first time a theatrical hit has drawn negative reviews upon its digital release, showing how audience perception can differ between cinema halls and streaming platforms.
Produced by Arjun Thyagarajan and Senthil Thyagarajan under the Sathya Jyothi Films banner, the film also features Yogi Babu, Roshini Haripriyan, and Deepa Shankar in pivotal roles. The soulful soundtrack was composed by Santosh Narayanan.
While the OTT criticism may sting, what remains undeniable is that Thalaivan Thalaivii succeeded in captivating theatre-going audiences—a crucial factor behind its box office triumph.
