Unstoppable action and unmatched aura
They Call Him OG
– Review
The plot is a familiar tale of a retired gangster returning to reclaim his legacy, protect his family, and settle old scores with a new, dangerous adversary.
Ojas Gambheera, who had mysteriously vanished for ten years, is forced to return to Mumbai.
His re-entry is triggered by the need to confront Omi Bhau (Emraan Hashmi), the ruthless and menacing son of a rival crime boss, who is threatening the business interests and stability of OG’s old ally, Satya Dada (Prakash Raj).
What happens next forms the core plot of the movie.
Directed by Sujeeth, the film’s greatest strength is its style.
Sujeeth meticulously crafts every elevation shot, slow-motion walk, and action sequence to maximize Pawan Kalyan’s charisma.
The first half is a constant build-up of the hero’s legend, featuring powerful mass moments that drew thunderous response in theaters.
The movie embraces a very dark, intense, and bloody tone, with martial arts, swordplay (featuring a Katana sword), and explosive gunfights.
Pawan Kalyan is in his most stylish, swagger-filled avatar in years.
He commands the screen with unmatched aura and presence, particularly in the action sequences and dialogue delivery.
The film is essentially a one-man show built around his image, and he delivers exactly what his fans want.
Making his Telugu debut, Hashmi is a strong casting choice for the antagonist. He looks menacing and brings his trademark intensity to the role.
Prakash Raj as Satya Dada and Sriya Reddy deliver solid, authoritative performances.