Director: S Shankar
Cast: Ram Charan, Kiara advani, SJ Suryah
Run Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
Release Date: 10 January 2025
Genre: Political, Action, Drama
Finally, the wait is over for Global Star Ram Charan fans who have been eagerly waiting for Game Changer. After a long anticipation, the big day has arrived. Legendary director Shankar, making his debut in Telugu cinema, has set sky-high expectations. Does the film live up to the hype? Let’s find out.
Story
Ram Nandan (Ram Charan), an IAS officer struggling with anger management issues, takes charge in Vizag with a mission to eradicate illegal activities in the city. One of his major challenges is tackling the illegal mining empire run by Bobili Mopi Devi (SJ Suryah), the ambitious son of Chief Minister (Srikanth), who is also eyeing the CM chair.
The tension between Ram Nandan and Bobili Mopi Devi escalates when a confrontation at the Collector’s office puts the latter in a tough spot, leading to a personal vendetta.
On the personal front, Ram Nandan has a painful past. His girlfriend Deepika (Kiara Advani) walked away from their relationship due to his anger issues. With the help of a friend, he tracks her down, only to find her running an old-age home. There, he meets his biological mother (Anjali), leading to shocking revelations about why she resides in an old-age home.
Who is Apanna? What caused the fallout between Ram Nandan and Bobili Mopi Devi? How does Ram Nandan overcome his personal and professional challenges? To uncover these answers, you’ll need to experience Game Changer on the big screen.
Performance
Ram Charan gives an outstanding performance as Ram Nandan and Apanna, showing his talent as an actor. He does especially well as Apanna, proving how deeply he can connect with his roles. His acting is the main strength of Game Changer, and he carries the film with his brilliant performance.
Kiara Advani, though limited in her role, does a decent job, adding emotional depth where needed. Anjali shines in her brief yet impactful role, leaving a lasting impression on the audience. SJ Suryah, as the antagonist Bobili Mopi Devi, delivers a strong and compelling performance, bringing intensity to the confrontations.
While the supporting cast performs well, it is Ram Charan who truly steals the show, making Game Changer a memorable cinematic experience for his fans and elevating the film with his powerful screen presence.
Technical aspects
Director Shankar does a decent job, driving the story in his signature style. The flashback portion of Apanna stands out as a highlight, executed brilliantly with his trademark direction. While Shankar shows glimpses of his classic touch, it doesn’t fully reach his earlier brilliance.
Thaman’s extraordinary background score is the film’s biggest asset, elevating key moments with powerful music. The songs are also good, complementing the narrative well. Other technical departments, including cinematography and editing, have done a decent job in their respective roles, contributing to the film’s overall appeal.
Analysis
Game Changer starts on an average note and takes time to pick up. The love story lacks excitement and feels just okay. The film gains momentum with the intense confrontation at the Collector’s office, leading to an impactful interval bang filled with Shankar’s trademark style.
Post-interval, the flashback portion stands out, showcasing vintage Shankar brilliance. However, the movie becomes flat afterward, with a predictable climax, though the end title scene leaves a good impression.The biggest issue Is the lack of freshness in the story, making it feel repetitive. With several illogical scenes, the climax feels rushed and unconvincing.
Verdict
Game Changer is a predictable film, but it never gets boring, thanks to Ram Charan’s exceptional performance that keeps you engaged until the end. While Shankar’s direction shows glimpses of his brilliance, he’s not fully back to his usual form. Overall, it’s a average movie that offers a decent viewing experience.
Rating: 2.5/5
