🎬 OG Review: Style Over Substance? Power Star’s Return Hits Rough Patch
- MediaFx
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TL;DRPawan Kalyan’s They Call Him OG is loaded with swag, action, and fan service. But critics say it focuses too much on style and not enough on storytelling or emotions. Fans are divided — some love the spectacle, others feel it’s hollow.
The Hype, The Style, The Swagger
When OG released, expectations were massive. Pawan Kalyan returns as Ojas Gambheera, a gangster making a comeback in Mumbai. The film also brings Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi into Telugu cinema as the villain.
The film shines in its technical aspects:
Rich cinematography, stylish production design, and top-class costumes.
Thaman’s music and background score elevate many moments.
Action sequences like the intro fight, police station clash, and interval block are clearly designed for fan celebrations.
In short, the makers know how to create fan moments — and they deliver plenty.
But What About the Heart?
Despite the grand look, many critics say the film struggles with depth:
The story feels familiar, sticking to the old gangster revenge formula.
The second half slows down, with uneven pacing and repetitive scenes.
Character arcs are shallow, with more focus on elevation than emotions.
Many moments feel engineered for whistles rather than true connection.
So while the film dazzles on the surface, it lacks a solid emotional punch.
Fan Fire & Box Office Buzz
The release of OG turned into a festival across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Early morning shows saw packed houses, and advance bookings crossed record levels. Day one collections touched over ₹20 crore in India.
But along with the celebration came chaos. In Bengaluru, an overexcited fan reportedly damaged a theatre screen. In Telangana, the High Court stepped in to suspend a government order allowing hiked ticket rates for OG, citing fairness issues.
The craze is real, but so are the controversies.
Verdict & Who It’s For
Who will love it:
Hardcore Pawan Kalyan fans who want elevation scenes, fights, and mass dialogues.
Viewers who value style, visuals, and big-screen energy.
Who might feel let down:
People expecting a strong story or emotional depth.
Viewers tired of formulaic commercial cinema.
At its core, OG is a mass spectacle — high on swagger, low on soul.
MediaFx Opinion (People’s Lens)
From a people’s perspective, OG shows how star-driven films often trade substance for hype. The film caters to fan frenzy, but the average viewer may leave craving more meaningful content.
Cinema is not just about whistles; it should also make people feel and think. OG delivers the glamour and grandeur, but it misses the chance to tell a powerful story that connects with everyone, not just fans.
The real win for Telugu cinema will be when such star power is paired with storytelling that speaks to ordinary people’s lives and struggles.
What about you — do you think OG nailed it with its style, or did it miss the heart? Share your thoughts below.
