A big sorry to Vijay fans, but the GOAT movie does not live up to its title. I enjoyed it for a few moments, but there was nothing in it that made it a GOAT.
GOAT stands for “Greatest of All Time.” While most people understand what these initials mean, it seems the filmmakers behind this movie did not. They missed the significance of the term both in choosing the title and in creating the movie.
For the average viewer, this film might seem like a masterpiece. But for cinephiles, “GOAT” is just an average, time-pass movie. The title sets high expectations—something unique, something extraordinary—but the movie fails to deliver on that promise.
An Average GOAT
After watching the GOAT movie, one word comes to mind: “average.” From the story to the screenplay, acting to dialogues, and lyrics to songs—everything is just average. Even Vijay, who tries to elevate the film with his performance, doesn’t get enough support from the writers.
However, some action scenes truly entertain and are better than some recent superhit movies. Mysteries and surprises can also be engaging for people who watch such movies often. But for true cinema lovers, there are no surprises or mysteries.
The way the director introduces important characters is enjoyable. At times, it even felt like the title was chosen as a tribute, possibly to honor someone like Vijay or connections like MSD.
GOAT Movie Storyline
GOAT explores three stages of Gandhi’s life, portrayed by Vijay, opposite Rajiv Menon (Mohan). The story follows an anti-terrorist squad led by Gandhi, who must recover from the damage inflicted by the villain.
After an initial action-packed scene, the film shifts in tone. Gandhi’s team, including Prabhu Deva’s character, begins to unravel as unknown forces kill them one by one. The plot centers on Vijay’s pursuit of revenge against the villain.
The movie also features a surprising element related to Indian cricket legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni. We won’t spoil the twist—watch the film to find out what it reveals about MSD.
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