Director: Adhik Ravichandran
Cast: Ajith Kumar, Trisha, Arjun Das, Sunil
Run Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Release Date: 10 April 2025
Genre: Action, Drama
Ajith and his fans have been eagerly waiting for a much-needed hit to bring back the star’s box office dominance. With Good Bad Ugly, expectations were sky-high, promising a mass-loaded entertainer. But does the film deliver on its hype and give Ajith that much-awaited success? Let’s find out.
Story
AK, also known as Red Dragon (Ajith), is a powerful gangster who leaves his criminal life for his family. He spends 18 years in jail and comes out as a changed man.he wishes to reunite with his wife Ramya (Trisha) and meet his son Vihaan (Karthikeya) on his 18th birthday. Just when everything seems to be going fine, Vihaan gets arrested in a drug case. AK soon realizes that Jaami (Arjun Das) is behind this setup.
Why was Vihaan targeted? How does AK save his family? How does he reunite with his son? To find out, you have to watch Good Bad Ugly in theatres!
Performance
Ajith Kumar single-handedly carries the entire film. You will witness his swag in every single frame. It’s truly a festival for his fans, who have been waiting eagerly to see him in full form. And yes, Ajith has finally delivered what they wanted!
His screen presence is simply awesome, whether it’s the stylish walk, action scenes, or attitude, Ajith shines throughout. In Tamil, fans say “Thala… Thala dhaane!” and it fits perfectly here.
Trisha plays the role of AK’s wife, but her part is short and not very impactful. her role doesn’t leave much impression. Among the rest of the cast, Arjun Das stands out with a solid performance as the villain Jaami. Sunil appears for a brief time, and other actors like Prabhu, Simran, and others do their roles, but none of them get enough screen time to leave a mark. In short, this is a complete one-man show by Ajith!
Analysis
The first half of Good Bad Ugly starts well. Ajith’s introduction scene is one of the best in his recent films and sets the tone right away. The story becomes interesting when AK comes out of jail and plans to meet his son for the first time. Just when things seem fine, his son Vihaan gets booked in a drug case, which adds some drama. There’s a small twist right before the interval, but it doesn’t create much impact. Still, Ajith’s swag and strong screen presence keep the audience engaged throughout the first half.
The second half, however, loses pace. The story becomes a bit slow and doesn’t offer anything new. The emotional scenes between father and son feel weak and don’t leave a strong impact. There’s too much focus on elevation scenes for Ajith, and the villain lacks the power to make the conflict intense.
Director Adhik Ravichandran puts all his energy into showcasing Ajith in a stylish way. His focus is not on storytelling but on giving fans a festival-like experience with elevation scenes, action, and slow-motion shots.
Overall, Good Bad Ugly is clearly made for Ajith fans. If you’re one of them, you’ll enjoy his stylish presence. For others, the film might feel predictable and lacking emotional depth.
Verdict
Good Bad Ugly is a complete one-man show by Ajith Kumar. The film is packed with his style, swag, and screen presence. It’s a festival for Thala fans who have been waiting to see him in full form. While the story is simple and the emotional scenes don’t hit hard, the film delivers what it promises, a stylish star vehicle. For Ajith fans, it’s a treat. For others, it might come across as a regular mass entertainer with more style than real content.
Rating: 2.75/5
