Viduthalai 2 Review: Fans Hail Vijay Sethupathi, Call It ‘National Award Worthy’
The highly anticipated Viduthalai Part 2, featuring Vijay Sethupathi in the lead role, hit theaters on December 20. Directed by the acclaimed Vetri Maaran, this Tamil period crime thriller serves as a sequel to 2023’s Viduthalai Part 1. Fans have been pouring in their reactions, with many praising it as a masterpiece, while others offered mixed reviews.
This two-part cinematic adaptation of Jeyamohan’s short story Thunaivan dives deeper into the gripping clash between a police constable and a separatist leader. The film boasts a stellar cast, including Soori, Vijay Sethupathi, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Bhavani Sre, and Rajiv Menon reprising their roles, with Manju Warrier, Kishore, and Anurag Kashyap joining the sequel.
Vijay Sethupathi’s return to the big screen has left many fans awestruck. Enthusiasts have lauded the film’s intense screenplay and Sethupathi’s commanding performance. One viewer shared on social media, “Viduthalai Part 2 delivers a banger screenplay with political satire—an absolute win for Vetri Maaran, Vijay Sethupathi, and Soori!” Another fan exclaimed, “This is Vetri Maaran’s cult classic! Vijay Sethupathi showcases a whole new dimension of his acting prowess. National Award incoming!”
However, not all reviews were glowing. A critic pointed out, “Viduthalai Part 2 feels overlong and relies heavily on montage storytelling. It leans more toward a political lecture than a compelling narrative. A disappointing use of such a talented cast.”
Set in 1987, the movie picks up from the tragic events of Viduthalai Part 1 and continues to explore the complex socio-political dynamics with the same intensity. Despite some polarizing opinions, Vijay Sethupathi’s performance and Vetri Maaran’s vision remain the focal points of discussion.
Whether hailed as a classic or critiqued for its pacing, Viduthalai Part 2 is undeniably a film that sparks conversation and reinforces the duo of Vetri Maaran and Vijay Sethupathi as a powerhouse in Tamil cinema.
