Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi's long-awaited film 'Merry Christmas' finally released in theatres on Friday and with audiences rushing to social media after the first-day-first show, it's evident that the Sriram Raghavan directorial had left a lasting impression.
The social media buzz has been overwhelmingly positive, with netizens finding the movie «engaging» and lauding the chemistry between Kaif and Sethupathi.
Trade analyst Taran Adarsh went as far as describing the film as «terrific and gripping,» highlighting the nail-biting suspense, serpentine twists, and gripping turns that keep the audience on edge. Adarsh specifically praised Sethupathi's standout performance, calling him «simply splendid,» and commended Kaif for her terrific and captivating act.
He posted on X, "#OneWordReview...#MerryChristmas: GRIPPING. Serpentine twists and turns. Nail-biting suspense and tension-filled moments that keep you on edge. A masterstroke finale… Director #SriramRaghavan delivers an out-of-the-box, absorbing tale that teases your mind, besides keeping you engaged and entertained."
Netizens too echoed the sentiment, with social media users expressing their anticipation for the second half and being pleasantly surprised by the film's unpredictability. One viewer shared, «Merry Christmas starts on a slow note in the first half but loving the movie. Can’t wait for what’s in store for us in the second half.»
Another emphasized, «What a start to the year this is with Merry Christmas. Thank you Sriram Raghavan for this fun, engaging, and delightful watch. Vijay Sethupathi has all my heart, and this might be Katrina Kaif's best performance.»
«A nail-biting suspense