Introduction
Ace, directed by Arumuga Kumar, brings together the much-loved Vijay Sethupathi and comedian Yogi Babu in a crime comedy.lets see how film is.

Story

The film follows Arivu (Yogi Babu), a rag picker in Malaysia pretending to be a rich man to impress Kalpana (Divya Pillai). A mix-up at the airport brings Bold Kannan (Vijay Sethupathi) into his life, whom Arivu mistakes for someone else. Kannan gets involved in Arivu’s world, falls in love with Rukku (Rukmini Vasanth), and learns about her struggles with her abusive stepfather. To help her, Kannan plans a heist with Arivu, but thug Dharma (BS Avinash) complicates things. What follows is a madcap ride of action, love, and comedy.

 

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Performances
Vijay Sethupathi effortlessly brings charm to the role of Kannan, while Yogi Babu’s comic timing is the film’s biggest strength. Their camaraderie lifts many dull moments. Rukmini Vasanth, though making her Tamil debut, doesn’t get much scope. Divya Pillai surprises with a strong performance. Babloo Prithviraj and BS Avinash play their negative roles well.

Technical Aspects
Sam CS’s background score adds energy, especially during action scenes, while Justin Prabhakaran’s Urugudhu Urugudhu is an emotional highlight. Cinematographer Karan B Rawat captures Malaysia beautifully. However, the film could have benefited from tighter editing by Fenny Oliver, as the 154-minute runtime feels stretched.

Analysis
While the plot feels outdated and lacks depth, the humour and the chemistry between the lead duo keep things entertaining. References to Sethupathi’s older films add nostalgic charm. The film is clearly aimed at family audiences, keeping the content clean and simple.

Verdict
Ace is a mindless entertainer made bearable by its lead actors. Watch it for the fun moments, not for the logic or story depth.

Rating
2/ 5

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Director Puri Jagannadh is a well-known name in Telugu cinema. He made a mark in the industry without any background, purely through hard work and unique storytelling. With hit films starring big names like Pawan Kalyan and Mahesh Babu, he once ruled the box office. But after *iSmart Shankar*, Puri hasn’t had much success. His recent films like *Liger* and *iSmart Shankar 2* failed to impress audiences and critics alike.

Now, Puri is preparing for a strong comeback. He has teamed up with Tamil star Vijay Sethupathi for his next movie. The film also features veteran actress Tabu and Kannada actor Duniya Vijay in important roles. Produced by Charmme Kaur, this project has created quite a buzz.

 

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Interestingly, reports suggest that Puri has given his son Akash Puri a small role in the film. This has sparked debates online. Many fans are questioning why Puri, known for launching many actors successfully, hasn’t been able to give his own son a big break.

Akash, who made his debut with high expectations, is yet to deliver a strong hit. Instead of leading roles, he now seems to be getting only supporting parts, even in his father’s films. This has led to online criticism, with some saying that Puri is damaging his son’s career by not giving him better opportunities.

Despite the criticism, others believe that a well-written side role could still help Akash shine. After all, not every success comes from playing the hero some actors grow through strong character roles.

Fans are now waiting to see what kind of character Akash will play and whether this film can give his career a fresh start. With big names like Vijay Sethupathi involved, expectations are high. We’ll have to wait for the movie’s release to see how things unfold for Akash and if Puri can bounce back to his winning form.

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Popular Tamil actor Vijay Sethupathi is teaming up with Telugu director Puri Jagannadh for a brand-new film. This exciting project is being produced under Puri’s own banner. Reports say the film has a unique storyline, which convinced Sethupathi to take up the lead role. The project is currently in the pre-production stage, and the official launch is expected soon.

While the lead actor is confirmed, the makers have not yet revealed who will play the female lead or the villain. However, an interesting update has caught everyone’s attention—Puri Jagannadh’s son, Akash Puri, will be playing a key role in this film.

Akash, who made his debut as a hero with Mehbooba, has acted in films like
Romantic and Chor Bazaar. Unfortunately, these films did not perform well, and he has been waiting for the right opportunity to prove himself. With this new role, Akash is hoping for a strong comeback.

 

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Sources say that the role has been specially designed for Akash by his father. Although Akash is still a young actor, Puri believed he would be the perfect fit for this character. As a result, he chose to cast his son in this crucial role.

Interestingly, Puri Jagannadh is known for not recommending his son to other filmmakers. He believes that every actor should earn opportunities on their own merit. That is why he decided to create space for Akash in his own film, rather than waiting for outside offers.

Since Puri is currently facing a rough patch in his career with a few flops, he is taking this project seriously. He also seems hesitant to approach outside producers for a film with Akash, given the actor’s weak market performance. Instead, Puri is taking the risk himself, using his own production house to give his son a meaningful chance.

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While many actors in India are known for earning huge salaries as heroes, did you know that there’s a villain who commands an equally hefty paycheck? Yes, actor Yash, known for his roles in negative characters, now charges a massive 200 crore rupees per film.

Just as a hero plays a crucial role in the success of a movie, the villain’s character is equally important. A strong villain character adds power and excitement to the story, making the hero’s fight more engaging. In the past, only specific actors played the villain role, but today, even popular heroes are taking on these roles to add more depth to the plot.

Recently, several actors such as Kamal Haasan, Vijay Sethupathi, Fahadh Faasil, Jagapathi Babu, and Srikanth have portrayed villains in pan-Indian films and gained immense popularity. This trend has encouraged more actors to take on antagonist roles, and Yash has been one of the standout performers in these roles.

The trend of actors earning high salaries for villain roles is growing, and Yash has taken this to the next level. He is reportedly earning 200 crore rupees for his upcoming projects, including a role in the movie Ramayanam, where he plays the iconic character of Ravana. Other stars in the film include Ranbir Kapoor as Rama and Sai Pallavi as Sita.

Yash is also starring in the pan-India movie Toxic, alongside Nayanthara. His incredible remuneration for villain roles has raised expectations for his future projects, making his fans eagerly await his performances.

Popular Tamil actor Vijay Sethupathi, known for his powerful performances, is now introducing his son Surya to the film industry. Surya is all set to make his debut as a lead actor in an upcoming film titled Phoenix. The movie also stars Varalaxmi Sarathkumar in an important role.

Surya is not new to the camera. He played a younger version of his father’s character in Naanum Rowdy Dhaan in 2015 and appeared in Sindhubaadh (2019). Over the years, he has been preparing himself for a full-fledged film career by training in action and stunt skills.

Phoenix, directed by Anl Arasu Arasakumar, is an action-packed sports drama. In the film, Surya plays a boxer who ends up in jail. The teaser of the movie shows intense fight scenes both inside the ring and outside. The story is expected to be emotional and powerful, and fans are eager to see how Surya performs in his first major role.

Interestingly, Vijay Sethupathi shared that Surya’s debut happened naturally. The director of Phoenix narrated the story to Surya, and he felt connected to the character. Although Surya was nervous at first, he embraced the opportunity.

Surya’s name holds a special meaning for Vijay Sethupathi. He once revealed that he named his son after a childhood friend who had passed away, as a way of remembering him.

With his debut, Surya is ready to make his mark in the Tamil film industry, just like his father. Fans and film lovers are eagerly waiting to see this young star in action.

Popular actress Tabu is ready to make her return to Telugu cinema after a long gap. Telugu audiences still remember her for her roles in movies like Coolie No. 1, Ninne Pelladatha, and Aavida Maa Aavide. She shared the screen with big stars like Venkatesh, Nagarjuna, Balakrishna, and Chiranjeevi in the past. However, over the years, she became more focused on Hindi films and was rarely seen in Telugu movies.

In an earlier interview, Tabu mentioned that her busy Bollywood schedule was the reason she couldn’t act in more Telugu films. Still, she made a brief return in 2020 with the hit film Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo starring Allu Arjun. Before that, her last Telugu movie was Pandurangadu in 2008. Since then, fans have been eagerly waiting to see her again on the Telugu big screen.

Now, exciting news has arrived that Tabu is all set to re-enter Tollywood with a powerful role. She has reportedly signed a new film directed by popular filmmaker Puri Jagannadh. This upcoming movie will feature Tamil star Vijay Sethupathi in the lead role. The project is being produced by Puri Jagannadh along with actress Charmy Kaur under their production house.

Sources say that Puri personally approached Tabu with a strong and crucial role in the film. After listening to the script, Tabu liked the character and gave her nod to be part of the project. This film is said to be one of Puri’s important works, and the addition of a talented actress like Tabu is expected to add great value to the story.

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