Author: Desimartini Editorial Team
Vettaiyan unites two cinematic icons—Rajinikanth as a swift justice-delivering cop, and Amitabh Bachchan as a moralistic judge questioning the hero's actions.
Vettaiyan wrestles with complex themes of justice, morality, and redemption but struggles to deliver a compelling narrative.
Rajinikanth’s Athiyan is a celebrated cop, but soon faces moral dilemmas when his judgments are questioned.
Despite a gripping setup, the film rushes through Athiyan’s transformation, leaving audiences detached from his journey toward redemption.
While the film boasts A-list actors like Manju Warrier and Fahadh Faasil, their roles are underdeveloped and contribute little to the main storyline.
Vettaiyan struggles with identifying a central antagonist, resulting in a muddled narrative that lacks dramatic tension.
Vettaiyan tries to tackle too many issues—extrajudicial killings, the NEET exam controversy, and corruption—without a clear focus, diluting their impact.
While TJ Gnanavel’s ambitions to explore questions of power and justice are commendable, the film falls short in storytelling and emotional engagement.