Movie Review: Did Ajith Kumar's Film Outshine Sunny Deol’s Jaat

The much-talked-about Tamil film Good Bad Ugly, directed by Adhik Ravichandran, was officially released in theaters on April 10, 2025. While the film has yet to receive a Hindi dubbed version, it is currently available in Tamil with English subtitles. Reactions from audiences and critics have been mixed, but the film has sparked considerable buzz — largely fueled by Ajith Kumar’s massive star power.

A Mass Masala Blockbuster Driven by Fan Power

Good Bad Ugly is a classic mass masala entertainer, relying heavily on Ajith Kumar’s loyal fanbase. This fan support translated into a powerful box office opening, with the film raking in approximately ₹28 crore on its first day in Tamil Nadu alone. In stark contrast, Sunny Deol’s Jaat, released in the Hindi market, reported a significantly lower collection.

To provide some context, Ajith’s previous film, Vidaamuyarchi, had a record-breaking first-day collection of ₹36–₹37 crore in Tamil Nadu. Meanwhile, Ravichandran's earlier film Mark Antony opened with only ₹9 crore, making Good Bad Ugly his most commercially successful opening so far.

Good Bad Ugly vs. Jaat: Who Won the Battle?

The ₹300 crore budget of Good Bad Ugly clearly reflects in its box office performance, easily surpassing the ₹100 crore film Jaat in terms of earnings and audience traction. While Jaat featured Sunny Deol in a strong avatar and was visually well-presented, it failed to connect deeply with the Hindi-speaking audience. On the other hand, Good Bad Ugly struck a chord with Tamil cinema lovers, who were more than ready to support Ajith’s high-voltage return.

From South India to South Korea – The Cross-Cultural Twist

In an interesting cinematic evolution, Good Bad Ugly stands out as the official Tamil remake of the 2019 South Korean crime-action thriller Gangster: The Top of the Devil. This marks a new trend in Indian cinema, where the South Indian film industry, known for its originality and bold storytelling, is now drawing creative inspiration from Korean films. While Bollywood has long borrowed ideas from South Indian cinema, the tables are turning as South filmmakers explore global content to deliver fresh and engaging narratives to Indian audiences.

Adding to the film's flamboyance are unexpected cameos from across the globe. The second half of Good Bad Ugly features a whirlwind of appearances — from Money Heist’s Professor to a John Wick-inspired character, and even Bollywood veterans like Jackie Shroff, along with Tamil favorite Yogi Babu. The film throws logic out the window and goes all in on entertainment and spectacle.

Final Verdict: A Paisa Vasool Entertainer for Ajith Fans

Let’s be honest — Good Bad Ugly is not for those seeking deep storytelling or intellectual cinema. This is an over-the-top, brain-off, fun-on movie experience made for the masses.