Kamal Hassan's Thug Life Stirs Mixed Reactions from Fans

One of the most anticipated films of Kollywood ‘Thug Life’ has finally been released in theaters on June 05, 2025. This film had the attention of the film buffs before its release due to the cast involved and the released songs. Now, after the release, fans are taking over social media posting reviews of the film.

• Mani Ratnam and Kamal Hasan's combo film Thug Life has made it into theaters on June 05
• Fans are appreciating the acting of Kamal Hassan and Silambarasan
• Even with a good cast, cinematography and musical composition, the film lacks a compiling storyline

Mani Ratnam wears the director's cap in this film. The film has the casting of Kamal Hasan, Silambarasan TR (STR), Trisha Krishnan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Abhirami and many other talented actors. Song Jinguchaa has been going viral and creating a sensation from the time of its release.

This film has created a mix of reactions among the audience. Fans had major expectations from the film, due to the cast involved, Mani Ratnam’s direction, and the trending songs. But nothing has saved the boring storyline of the film. Many are criticizing the story for being monotonous without a character arc, pointing out that the film is missing Mani Ratnam’s magic.

One fan who watched the film in the theater posted in his X, “#ThugLife had potential but ended up dragging. Kamal Hassan delivers a solid performance, but his never-ending monologues wear you down. Simbu handles his part well, but even that can’t rescue the sluggish, flat second half. The trademark Mani Ratnam spark? Nowhere to be found.” Another one posted, “ThugLife the Second half goes downhill. Surprisingly too much talking in a Maniratnam film. #STR and drama go missing until pre-climax in the second half. The only good moment in the second half is the climax. It’s hard to watch your favorite director making a mediocre movie.”

The film has been appreciated for its musical composition and cinematography. The actors have done a great job in becoming the characters. The total budget of the film is expected to be Rs 300 crore. On its first day run, this film has gathered 2.98 crores.