Pokkiri Raja
Pokkiri Raja

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Pokkiri Raja

2016
Movie
139 min
Tamil

A young man whose constant yawning leaves him out of work gets a gangster arrested by accident. Now, the latter is out to get his revenge, but what he doesn't know is how powerful a yawn can be.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Google Users65%
Director: MadheshGenres: Action, Comedy

Plot Summary

In a small village, a shy and unassuming young man named Kumaran lives a quiet life. However, his life takes a drastic turn when he is mistaken for a notorious gangster named 'Pokkiri Raja' by a powerful crime lord. To protect himself and his loved ones, Kumaran must embrace the persona of the feared gangster, leading him into a series of dangerous and comedic situations.

Critical Reception

Pokkiri Raja received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some appreciated the comedic elements and Jiiva's performance, many found the plot predictable, the humor forced, and the action sequences uninspired. The film struggled to find a significant audience and was considered a commercial disappointment.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to blend comedy and action, but the execution is largely unsuccessful.

  • Jiiva's performance is a bright spot, but it's not enough to salvage the weak script.

  • The humor often falls flat, and the action sequences lack originality.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception, with many finding the film entertaining in parts due to its comedic moments and lead actor's performance. However, a significant portion of viewers were disappointed by the predictable storyline and the lack of engaging action.

Fun Fact

The film was originally planned with a different title and cast, but underwent significant changes before production.

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timesofindia

timesofindia

If he gave a race-against-time thriller with his debut film, Tamizhukku En 1-Ai Azhuthavum, with Pokkiri Raja, Ramprakash Rayappa gives us a masala movie that blends together comedy, history, and Stephen Chow-ish fantasy. The plot revolv...