Movie Name : Gangers
Streaming Date : May 15, 2025
Streaming Platform : Amazon Prime Video
123telugu.com Rating : 2.75/5
Starring : Sundar C, Vadivelu, Catherine Tresa, Vani Bhojan, Bagavathi Perumal and Others
Director : Sundar C
Producers : A.C. Shanmugam, A.C.S. Arunkumar, Kushboo Sundar
Music Director : C. Sathya
Cinematographer : E. Krishnasamy
Editor : Praveen Antony
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Gangers is a Tamil action drama starring Sundar C, Vadivelu, and Catherine Tresa in lead roles. Written and directed by Sundar C himself, the film has made its OTT debut on Amazon Prime Video and is also available in Telugu. Here’s our review to know how the movie is.
Story:
Sujitha (Catherine Tresa), a school teacher, raises a complaint about a missing student. When the police ignore her plea, she escalates the matter to the DGP, who assigns the case to an undercover officer. Saravanan (Sundar C) joins the school as a PT teacher, working alongside Singaram (Vadivelu), another PT instructor. The school, owned by Malaiyarasan (Mime Gopi), is involved in illegal activities, and Saravanan soon becomes a roadblock in their path. But Saravanan has a deeper mission. Who is he really? What is he after? And does he share a history with these criminals? The film unpacks these layers.
Plus Points:
After the success of Madha Gaja Raja, Sundar C returns with a film that blends comedy and heist elements, and it works to a fair extent.
He delivers a restrained performance without going over the top. Catherine Tresa plays her part well and makes her presence felt within her limited scope.
The standout, however, is Vadivelu. His trademark timing and quirky expressions bring in consistent laughs. He elevates several scenes and adds much-needed energy to the film.
Supporting actors like Munishkanth, Bagavathi Perumal, and Mime Gopi do justice to their roles and contribute to the film’s narrative strength.
Minus Points:
The story follows a formulaic path. For those familiar with comedy-heist dramas, there’s not much novelty here. Sundar C relies on a tried-and-tested format, which might feel repetitive.
Catherine’s character, initially respectable, is oddly placed in a bar song sequence. While clearly intended for fan service, it feels disconnected and doesn’t align with her character’s profession as a teacher.
While Vadivelu’s comedy mostly works, a few scenes feel forced and don’t land as intended. With better writing, these moments could’ve had more impact.
The second half sees a noticeable dip in pace. The initial engagement fades as the film begins to drag. Tighter editing and a stronger narrative push could have helped maintain momentum.
Technical Aspects:
Sundar C is decent in all his roles – as writer, director, and actor. However, the script lacks freshness and could have used more impactful twists to keep the audience guessing.
The cinematography by Krishnasamy, music by Sathya, and editing by Praveen Antony are functional, but none stand out in particular. The production values are decent, making the film visually neat.
Verdict:
On the whole, Gangers is a heist-comedy that works in parts. While Sundar C keeps the narration moving and Vadivelu brings in the laughs, the routine storyline, few unnecessary scenes, and a lack of surprises hold the film back. Watch it if you’re in the mood for something light, but keep your expectations modest.
123telugu.com Rating: 2.75/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team
