‘OG’ Movie Review
Movie: They Call Him OG
Release Date: 25 Sep 2025
Run-time: 2h 35m
CBFC Rating: A
Banner: DVV Entertainments
Cast – Pawan Kalyan, Emraan Hashmi, Priyanka Arul Mohan, Arjun Das, Sriya Reddy, Prakash Raj.
Music by Thaman S
Cinematographers : Ravi K Chandran (ISC), Manoj Paramahamsa (ISC)
Editor: Navin Nooli
Creative Director : Ashwin Mani
Action Masters : A Vijay, Peter Hein, Dhilip Subbarayan, Kevin Kumar, Stunt Silva, Sunil Rodrigues, Kecha Khampakdee, Juji, Supreme Sundar, Jashwa, Parvez
Presented by: Smt D.Parvathi
Produced by DVV Danayya, Kalyan Dasari
Written & Directed by Sujeeth
The highly anticipated film OG, directed by Sujeeth and starring Pawan Kalyan, has finally hit the theaters, amidst sky high expectations. OG is the most hyped and expected film from the Tollywood this year. Right from its announcement, and groundbreaking teaser, every promotional material of OG added to the anticipation about the film. With Pawan Kalyan’s massive fan following and Sujeeth’s expertise in crafting stylish action entertainers, the expectations were sky-high.
Plot
The story revolves around Ojas Gambeera, aka OG (PawanKalyan), a dreaded gangster from Mumbai who is forced to come out of exile after many decades. The plot is driven by Satya Dada’s (Prakash Raj) son’s murder, which sets off a chain of events that puts Satya’s life and his supporters in danger. As OG, Pawan Kalyan is on a mission to uncover the truth behind the murder and take revenge on the perpetrators, headed by Omi (Emraan Hashmi).
Performances
Pawan Kalyan looks extremely stylish and vintage on the screen, showcasing his intense expressions, screen presence, and captivating body language. He delivers powerful dialogues and emotes well, making his character a compelling watch. Emraan Hashmi, in his Tollywood debut, makes a stylish entry and expresses himself well, but could have had more screen presence and dialogues. The supporting cast, including Sriya Reddy, Priyanka Arul Mohan, and Prakash Raj, deliver good performances that add value to the proceedings.
Highlights
Pawan Kalyan Style
Stunt Choreography
Background Music
Cinematography
Stylish Action Sequences
Drawbacks
Predictable Plot
Lag In Some Parts
Analysis
Sujeeth’s direction is noteworthy, as he showcases Pawan Kalyan in a stylish and vintage avatar, unleashing his firestorm on the screen. The story is predictable, but the narration and screenplay keep the interest levels intact, and the curiosity is increased. The film’s technical aspects, including cinematography, stunt choreography, and background music by Thaman are top-notch and elevate the scenes to another level. Thaman’s background score is particularly noteworthy, giving goosebumps to the viewers.
Altogether, OG turns out to be a powerful action feast, showcasing Pawan Kalyan’s style and swag. Director Sujeeth waited patiently for many years to showcase Pawan Kalyan in a vintage avatar, and he emerges successful in doing so. The film’s technical aspects are top-notch, and the performances are good. While the story is predictable, the narration and screenplay keep the interest levels intact. Overall, OG is a must watch for fans of action entertainers and Pawan Kalyan.
Rating: 3.25/5
Bottom-line: Pawan Kalyan Like Never Before
