Chiyaan Vikram's big-budget film Thangalaan was released on Independence Day and has already grossed Rs 12.6 crore at the box office. Fans have compared the film's theme of gold hunting in the Kolar Gold Fields to that of the successful KGF franchise and many have dubbed Thangalaan as the 'real KGF'. Director Pa Ranjith has incorporated real-life incidents into the story, making the film even more intriguing. Despite facing competition from other films, Thangalaan has recorded an impressive occupancy rate of 71.64 per cent in Tamil shows and has earned rave reviews from critics.
Director Pa Ranjith's latest film 'Thangalaan' is a blend of myth, magic, and themes of oppression and inequality. Set in the Kolar Gold Fields in the 1800s, it follows the story of Thangalaan and his family as they fight against the upper class and the British rulers. Despite its interesting premise and brilliant performances, the film falls short due to its slow pace and convoluted storyline.