Ghajinikanth
Ghajinikanth

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Ghajinikanth

2018
Movie
147 min
Tamil

A forgetful young man falls in love with a girl whose father hates his condition.

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IMDb5.6/10
Google Users70%
Director: Santhosh P. JayakumarGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Ghajinikanth is a romantic comedy film centered around a man suffering from anterograde amnesia, meaning he cannot form new memories. He falls in love with a woman, but his condition poses significant challenges to their relationship as he repeatedly forgets her and their shared moments. The film follows his humorous and often chaotic attempts to maintain a relationship while battling his memory loss.

Critical Reception

Ghajinikanth received largely negative reviews from critics, with many pointing out the weak screenplay, forced humor, and predictability. While some appreciated the lead actors' efforts, the film was generally considered a disappointment in terms of its execution and comedic effectiveness.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's premise of a man with amnesia and his romantic pursuits was seen as having potential but was ultimately undermined by a weak and uninspired script.

  • The humor was frequently described as forced and unfunny, failing to land effectively with the audience.

  • Despite the efforts of the lead actors, the predictable plot and lack of genuine comedic moments led to a disappointing viewing experience.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a light-hearted comedy with some entertaining moments, particularly from the lead actors. However, many also noted that the plot was predictable and the humor could be hit-or-miss, with some finding it genuinely funny and others finding it to be repetitive or uninspired.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Ghajinikanth', is a portmanteau of 'Ghajini' (referencing the 2005 Bollywood film 'Ghajini' which also featured a protagonist with amnesia) and the name of the lead actor, 'Arya', humorously suggesting a character similar to the one from 'Ghajini'.

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