Ajith plays AK, once a feared underworld don known as “Red Dragon”, who mysteriously surrenders to the authorities to turn over a new leaf. Eighteen years later, he walks free only to discover that his son, Vihaan, has been arrested overseas on a drug charge. Soon, AK uncovers that this is no random incident – it is the work of twin ganglords Johnny and Jammy (both played by Arjun Das) who are out for revenge for an incident tied to the secrets of AK’s past with his wife Ramya (Trishna Krishan).
It is so refreshing to see Ajith back on screen with this much style. His commanding presence, his brooding silences and even that signature smirk before a fight scene – this is Ajith in full star mode. As AK, he brings a great balance of coolness and controlled rage that is magnetic. The film makes clever nods to his legacy, referencing his past acting roles and moments from his filmography. It is like watching an homage to Ajith while he is still at the top of his game.
But what is truly impressive is how light it all feels. Just when you think a scene is going to dive deep into serious territory, a well-placed joke or a silly throwaway moment shifts the tone. The film never gets too heavy, and that balance is what makes the film imminently watchable. The film does not take itself too seriously and it is all the better for it.
Arjun is easily one of the film’s brightest highlights. His performance is cool and surprisingly playful. That unbothered energy he brings? So refreshing. And that moment when he casually breaks into a little dance to a retro Tamil song? Iconic. He has presence, charisma and exceptional comic timing that elevates every scene he is in. You could say he is well-balanced eye candy in the film.
Trisha, as always, is effortlessly beautiful on screen. She brings grace to the role. Even when she is not speaking, her expressions carry the weight of past heartbreak and inner strength. Her chemistry with Ajith is subtle but impactful, anchoring the film’s emotional beats.
Action, style, cinematography
What makes Good Bad Ugly a standout is that it does not rely on one or two big “hero” scenes to carry it. Instead, every scene has something: a nod to the past, a funny line or a stylish frame. You walk away not remembering just one climatic event but a string of moments that all hit differently. It is a film built on vibes and callbacks, and it works.
Good Bad Ugly is now playing in cinemas.
CAST: Ajith Kumar, Trisha Krishnan, Arjun Das
PLOT: 8
ACTING: 9
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