The end explained: it's very simple. Ending is very clear, if u remember he said that he will stop carrying the ring incase he forgets Rosie.So in the end Maria replaces Rosie in his love life so instead of throwing it he puts it on her. Also this saves Maria and her worry if who will take care of her child incase she is proven guilty. I donot think there is any loose end left in this movie unlike Andhadhun.
@@amrutdeshpande05 the ending where Ayushmann walked out of the cafe and while walking he hit a can on the road with his stick which had a rabbit head and that's where the ending happen in an open manner of whether ayushmann's story of becoming blind was true or whether he got himself eye transplanted from tabu
Both Andhadhun and Merry Christmas are poles apart and unique in their trait. This uniqueness of both of these thrillers makes Sriram Raghavan a Genius Filmamaker of our times ❤
I loved the film! Katrina definitely stunned the audience. The incompleteness in this movie is the most charming aspect about ‘Merry Christmas’. Plus it’s high-time we should normalise slow burn thrillers instead of categorically calling them out as a demerit. The retro vibe is also a plus. The ending could’ve been better but hey it was a sumptuous ride anyway.
Vijay and Katrina pairing was different and yet so refreshing for me. I was waiting for your feedback. Vijay is as usual promising and Katrina absolutely secretive and beautiful.
I was just mesmerized by the beautiful angel like presence of Katrina and innocent yet charming Vijay. I could have watched them for long. Loved the slow paced yet suspense, mysterious things unfolded at climax. The brilliant use of Teddy bear, Katrina setting fire to it in bakery oven and inspector telling a Bear story for getting confession to the last frame of Vijay setupatti sitting quietly like Teddy bear with legs. Loved it.
Shriram Raghavan is a legend. Although I think there were quite a lot of unanswered questions and loopholes in this movie as compared to Andhadhun. Loved it though 😊
The pacing actually worked wonders for me. It heightened the anticipation I had. It gave time and space for the characters to breathe and connect and the amazing chemistry between the two kept me completely hooked. I love films that are so sure about what they are trying to do. I hate people who call a film slow just for the sake of it and want some action right from the very beginning. I'd rather watch a slow paced film than a film that jumps from one scene to another just to show something without giving a fuck about whether the scenes are cohesive or not.
There's this song sung by Arijit Singh called Raat Akeli Thi that really solidifies your point about this movie being Sriram Raghavan's rendition of Before Sunrise! The song is so eerie that it keeps you thinking that something is going to off in the course of events! 👌🏻❤️
Johnny Gadar is ShriRam Raghavan's most underrated thriller ever in his filmography. Happy to see him reaching heights post Andhadhun huge success n also happy for Vjs's successful Hindi debut. ❤
I have watched Johnny Gaddar and i really think it's not great, story was good, decent but Neil Nitin's performance was okay okay... Rahhavan's great is Andhadhun, period.
Vijay has such a natural charm and warmth in every character he portrays. It looks and feels so natural you don't see Vijay anymore and people commenting on his looks and the odd pairing are just those who haven't been able to appreciate his natural acting
Katrina is so beautiful...and the sadness on her eyes..but her alluring smile...there is innocence too...she is marvelous...and hence Vijay's character getting drawn to her...his fragile naive honesty albiet his dark past...his naunced performance...the bliss of Christmas eve...the melodious background music...the nostalgic past when Mumbai was Bombay...all tied together by Shriram Raghavan, the marstro...Class!!!...This film is like old wine...it just grows on you...slowly...
Your “underwhelming” aspect sounds like a perfect plus for me. Can’t wait for this to receive an American OTT release. Loving seeing V. Sethupathi in such a role. He’s quickly becoming my favorite Indian actor at large
The movie is Amazing, loved it ❤ Katrina stole the show 🔥 Vijay as always was brilliant and the direction by Sriram was fantastic. Will watch again sunday.
It's more suspense like badlapur(minus action) not so masterpiece like andhadhun. Overall a interesting thriller movie. You can definitely watch it. The pairing was unique and i loved it.
I really want to see Katrina Kaif., the performer here. It's high time she gets acknowledged for her acting. I hope Sriram sir has got the best out of her. Hopes pinned!! And Vijay Sethupathi. . What do I say . . . He is the best !! ♥️👏
@@anirudh6386 that's why I said I want to see the actor in her in this film. . And with sriram Raghavan, it might be possible that he has extracted the performer in her. . . Hope so!!!
@@anirudh6386 everything is dependent on scripts and director, alia was pathetic in SOTY/Sadak2 and shandar but give her a good director and scripts she will perform
Loved it! The last half an hour, everyone was so silent in the theatre during the police station scenes and when the ball dropped all of us collectively gasped...what an experience omg!
I just love Sriram Raghavan!!! And again Vijay in it just makes it even more special!!!except for agent Vinod, everything is So unique and at the same time similar!!!😊😊
Can u explain ki kya wo ladki annie poori film me sach me goongi thi ya phir wo natak kr rahi thi? Kyuki aakhiri me usne santa bola. Aur kya katrina ne ye plan banaya tha vijay ko phasane ka?
Dude the two songs of the movie that are out are absolutely beautiful raat akeli hai to and nazar teri toofan They're the kinds of songs everyone screams about saying "Bollywood doesn't make these kinds of songs anymore"
Just watched the film. While the premise was slow but kept me hooked, I was left underwhelmed by the ending, not because of the unanswered questions but just what the genius director could change and make the twist properly twisted - either bringing in some kind of fantasy-like elements or just twisting the kind of predictable move and make a Uno reverse on either of the lead characters! Or maybe we've just come to expect much more from a Sriram Raghavan movie especially post Andhadhun!
If there is one Bollywood director who can be an answer to Hollywood’s Alfred Hitchcock, then it would definitely be Sriram Raghavan. His movies are no less than masterpieces!
The thumbnail is perfect Caz indeed it was a Slow burner but I felt it could have been more disastrous if the acting was not that good! Plus the second half and climax toh just covered me up for it! The last scene again like Andhadhun leaves questions in audience mind Caz they are left confused yet again😂❤
We need more of these original thriller movie, with no high octane set pieces just pure movie magic, I remembered watching ex machina, one of the best if not the best thriller ever and their is no set piece in that movie but slow burn and relationships
I loved the film, it had a kind of 60s 70s European noir kind of feel yet it was so Sriram Raghvan type too. It was a great experience to watch it on the big screens.
This movie should be called a spin-off of Jaane Jaan. The twists and turns were very predictable. Don't expect something like andhadhun. But the performances of Vijay Sethupati and Katrina Kaif were Top-notch. Even the investigation part of Vinay Pathak in 2nd half was interesting. Plus the BGM was terrific. A decent thriller. Yadhoom. 🔥❤️
Bro try watching the Tamil Version as well. He'd said that it's a bit different to fit the audience but didn't comment if it changes the outcome/ending of the film.
@@TriedRefusedProductions oof. I'll leave the Hindi version to OTT then. I'm watching the Tamil one tonight. Waiting for your Captain Miller and Ayalaan analyses as well :)
Loved the movie! ❤ Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi, as an on-screen pair, felt like something we needed. Absolutely great chemistry. 🔥Creators like Sriram Sir are what Indian Cinema needs more and more now. Absolute genius of a filmmaker. 💯 I used to wonder why CID, as a TV serial, was so popular?? One of the writers was Shridhar Raghavan, Sriram Raghavan's brother. This brother duo is simply brilliant. 🙌🏻 My 3 favorites - Karmtrina Kaif, Vijay Sethupathi, and Sriram Raghavan - in one movie were a refreshing watch. 🙌🏻❤🔥💯
The Indian's do urge for movies like this and when such movies do arise they are just like "kaun dekhne jaaye kya pata kesi hogi, OTT pe dekh lenge". Both the actors were just above par and it was such a great experience. With Merry Christmas, Hanuman & Captain Miller the screen's should be crying with Housefull shows but the masses will not choose these and rather will wait for few years and then they will brag about these on random insta post and will regret that they should have watched these movies on screen
Maybe I missed it, but by whom and how Vijay's first girlfriend (Radhika Aapte) was killed? She eats the dosas while they are talking, and the next scene is where she is dead and Vijay blaming himself? Did not understand that entire storyline.
Loved the film !! I see the imdb ratings are rising aswell. A true Sriram Raghavan film. Love how different his films are. Katrina Kaif was brilliant too. Vijay Sethupathi too as usual. Loved the entry of Vinay Pathak in the climax
I wish they would've released the movie 🎬 on Christmas 🎄 2023. I feel like they released it late, lol, but I'm glad that such a unique thriller story finally got released as I was waiting for it
The movie is set during the time when Mumbai was called Bombay. So definitely before 1995. But the hundred notes they have shown in the movie are of recent times. Big good up
That's true but don't agree on fan srk best movies are is swades, chak de india , paheli,Darr,asoka,Dil se in my opinion although Asoka and paheli some people might disagree
@@divineflu34567 I meant that Fan is his best film since the release of My Name is Khan until now. The movies you mentioned were released before My Name is Khan.
*Indian makers release every film in 5 languages. Along with this, they should also get every film dubbed in English. Whether the film is a hit or a flop. and that too by American voice over artists, instead of Indian voice over artists. (Like the Bollywood movie "The Archies" which was dubbed by American voice over artists, which was very good English dubbing.)* *Because when English dubbing is done by Indian artists, it looks cringy and unprofessional (like the English dubbing of RRR). Because English is not the mother language of Indians, due to which foreigners are not able to connect while watching the film.* *Filmmakers around the world (like Spanish, Korean, American, Norwegian and many more). get their every movie dubbed in Indian languages (specially Hindi). I have noticed this.* *(Similarly, if Indian makers also get their films dubbed in other foreign languages, then at least in English (because English is an international language) only then will Indian films be seen all over the world)~*
Films like oldboy and sixth sense are slow thrillers...but those are always considered to be the best films made ever...so...i think if the film is good...these things don't matter...
I literally watched a review prior where that person hid the name of the novel from which this film is inspired and immediately here Jammy proceeds to reveal it 😂
@@TriedRefusedProductions Oh. I thought the endings were also different. Whatever Sriram Raghavan said is true. This is indeed a proper slow-burn thriller in Indian Cinema after a long time. I enjoyed it to the core.
Your comments have made me more excited about this film man. Especially because you said twice that it is Sriram Raghavan's rendition of my absolute favorite movie Before SUnrise! Man, I wish I was in India to watch it on the big screen!
The problem with Merry Christmas is this. Way before CGI and VFX became a thing, and "400-500 crore Box Office collection" became the benchmark to assess a movie's quality and success, movies like Merry Christmas were made for the theatres. Because back then, movies were more about stories and emotions, rather than being a spectacle. So technically, Merry Christmas is a delicious romantic neo-noir thriller about coincidence, regret and second chances. Anyone who's a fan of Hitchcockian thrillers would love this. And Sriram Raghavan does pass out with flying colours on this one. So in this generation of fast paced, restless entertainment consumers whose attention span is decreasing day by day, this is definitely not everyone's cup of tea. But I personally loved it and would recommend it to everyone who loves a good story told with conviction. 😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️
Shree Ram Raghavan is one of my only Indian movie director I really like since Ek Hasina Thi. Sadly I didn't see Badlapur because of Varun Dhawan else I like all of his movies.
Review Merry Christmas: MY TAKE Songs Omg three and they are superb , Title song mAy not be as good but the dance omg I mean Sethupathi and dancing . Second one soft and sombere with intermittent dialogues Third one the best picturised song ,totally unconventional,master piece ,the crescendo Bow to Pritam da BGM takes the movie to a different level. Sethupathi: cutest Hindi.After a point one stops noticing his accent and just his eyes a small twitch here and there of his face are enough to convey all emotions. Katrina: Amazing range of emotions . THE DIRECTOR: I went to see the film for and sat through the SLOW BURN just because I trusted his story telling prowess. I stop here ,I mean I could just go on and on and on
In the name of 'not a lot of' you are projecting biases. You are a good reviewer, you shouldn't repeat this as you have already mentioned this in the disadvantege section in the begining.
I love Sri Ram Raghavan. His last movie Andhadhun was amazing Merry Christmas I didnt even knew about this movie till yesterday I am not sure to watch in theatres but concept looks interesting
I watched it today after i saw many thumbnails in youtube were negative notion. It was a good movie with decent perfromances from the cast. I receommend all to watch it in theaters.
Just watched the movie, loved every aspect of it - from lighting, music, cast, direction, cinematography, chemistry, dialogues everything. From me Merry Christmas was class cinema. The audience of movie were pathetic- there were some people in audience who kept on commenting how the movie is bizarre,cringe etc etc. Also how they could make a music video or short film better than this movie. This kind of people should really stay away from cinema.
The film's actually good , but I have to say it's a bit overrated. One of the surprising things was Katrina Kaif. The slow -burn feel was great. Also it would have been good to have some answers.
This time raghavan more focused on romantic angle with garnishing of little bit thriller, & tempering of homage to Samant da with Rd Burman " chor nikalata hai" 😅
I genuinely really liked and enjoyed the film. It had flaws, for sure, that keep it from reaching the heights of Andhadhun, but it still accomplishes something that is unique, intriguing and special. It is really a shame, that it isn't doing well qt the box office. I know Andhadhun had a similiar start, but don't know if Merry Christmas will make as much money. We need some qualoty films to pull people back to the theatres.
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The end explained: it's very simple.
Ending is very clear, if u remember he said that he will stop carrying the ring incase he forgets Rosie.So in the end Maria replaces Rosie in his love life so instead of throwing it he puts it on her. Also this saves Maria and her worry if who will take care of her child incase she is proven guilty.
I donot think there is any loose end left in this movie unlike Andhadhun.
Yeah totally with you in this. Meanwhile, what was left loose in Andhadhun?
@@amrutdeshpande05 the ending where Ayushmann walked out of the cafe and while walking he hit a can on the road with his stick which had a rabbit head and that's where the ending happen in an open manner of whether ayushmann's story of becoming blind was true or whether he got himself eye transplanted from tabu
Their chemistry healed everyone!! No one knew but we all needed to witness this beauty
Both Andhadhun and Merry Christmas are poles apart and unique in their trait. This uniqueness of both of these thrillers makes Sriram Raghavan a Genius Filmamaker of our times ❤
too much boring..
Except :Both are copies
I loved the film! Katrina definitely stunned the audience. The incompleteness in this movie is the most charming aspect about ‘Merry Christmas’. Plus it’s high-time we should normalise slow burn thrillers instead of categorically calling them out as a demerit. The retro vibe is also a plus. The ending could’ve been better but hey it was a sumptuous ride anyway.
the big reveal was definitely lukewarm. The characters however contribute so much to making the journey worthwhile
Katrina was FANTASTIC. absolutely loved the movie. 🔥
Udhar telugu vale bollywood ko kachra bol rhe h 😂
Rabies waale kutte bhonkte hai hazaar, Haathi ko ghanta farak nahi padta.. @@slayer81
Katrina nailed it 🎉 she is the actress of the year 2024
Vijay and Katrina pairing was different and yet so refreshing for me. I was waiting for your feedback. Vijay is as usual promising and Katrina absolutely secretive and beautiful.
The chemistry really worked. It never seemed odd. The convincing performances really steer it forward
I was just mesmerized by the beautiful angel like presence of Katrina and innocent yet charming Vijay. I could have watched them for long. Loved the slow paced yet suspense, mysterious things unfolded at climax. The brilliant use of Teddy bear, Katrina setting fire to it in bakery oven and inspector telling a Bear story for getting confession to the last frame of Vijay setupatti sitting quietly like Teddy bear with legs. Loved it.
Movies where lead pair wears the same costume throughout the movie r generally awesome and have high rewatch value
Shriram Raghavan is a legend. Although I think there were quite a lot of unanswered questions and loopholes in this movie as compared to Andhadhun. Loved it though 😊
definitely generated a lot of questions! Especially in the last 30 mins
Can you list them? I don't think there were any loose ends. You can find those answers.
Please list them
The pacing actually worked wonders for me. It heightened the anticipation I had. It gave time and space for the characters to breathe and connect and the amazing chemistry between the two kept me completely hooked. I love films that are so sure about what they are trying to do. I hate people who call a film slow just for the sake of it and want some action right from the very beginning. I'd rather watch a slow paced film than a film that jumps from one scene to another just to show something without giving a fuck about whether the scenes are cohesive or not.
There's this song sung by Arijit Singh called Raat Akeli Thi that really solidifies your point about this movie being Sriram Raghavan's rendition of Before Sunrise! The song is so eerie that it keeps you thinking that something is going to off in the course of events! 👌🏻❤️
Katrina Kaif ❤ always rocking it really nice to see her on screen and this time with something serious and thrilled 😄🔥she kills
katrina, a 50 plus actress, is looking good in this movie.
@@karanjitngangbam1485 she’s 40
What kept me going through the first half was the faith in Sriram sir's filmography! The last few minutes were fascinating.
I would imagine many to give up if they did not have that faith!
@@TriedRefusedProductions OMG I finally got a reply 🥹
@@faryus88now you became a mega star 😂
Johnny Gadar is ShriRam Raghavan's most underrated thriller ever in his filmography. Happy to see him reaching heights post Andhadhun huge success n also happy for Vjs's successful Hindi debut. ❤
Johnny Gaddar is probably his most tight, screenplay wise.
Andhadhun for me is his most exciting film
my personal favorite remains Badlapur@@TriedRefusedProductions
I have watched Johnny Gaddar and i really think it's not great, story was good, decent but Neil Nitin's performance was okay okay...
Rahhavan's great is Andhadhun, period.
Ayo no love for Ek Hasina thi? That one was genuinely shocking and exciting
when it came.
Johnny Gaddaar is my all time favourite movie ❤
Vijay has such a natural charm and warmth in every character he portrays. It looks and feels so natural you don't see Vijay anymore and people commenting on his looks and the odd pairing are just those who haven't been able to appreciate his natural acting
Andhadhun and Johnny Gaddar are just hitted Out of the Park!❤
Mr. Sriram Raghavan is Masterrr!😉
Those are definitely the best from his filmography!
Badlapur too
I enjoyed this slow paced thriller equally.😊
Katrina is so beautiful...and the sadness on her eyes..but her alluring smile...there is innocence too...she is marvelous...and hence Vijay's character getting drawn to her...his fragile naive honesty albiet his dark past...his naunced performance...the bliss of Christmas eve...the melodious background music...the nostalgic past when Mumbai was Bombay...all tied together by Shriram Raghavan, the marstro...Class!!!...This film is like old wine...it just grows on you...slowly...
Your “underwhelming” aspect sounds like a perfect plus for me.
Can’t wait for this to receive an American OTT release. Loving seeing V. Sethupathi in such a role. He’s quickly becoming my favorite Indian actor at large
What do u mean American OTT release?
@@keerthichandra376 meaning they wish that this movie is available for all the people in America??
@@keerthichandra376 it never played in New Orleans so I am waiting for its release online
"Will God believe me when I meet him " --this dialogue ❤❤❤
I'm pretty sure, People will be talking more about this film after it comes on OTT
and the chatter will continue, 'why did people not see this in the theatre'
YOU GO!!!
That's non ending cycle of self perpetuation for non commercial cinema
and we Indian audience have mastered it 😂
@@stoicunt sardar udham is also mainstream bollywood movie 😂 I agree sardar udham is different than most Indian mainstream movies
The movie is Amazing, loved it ❤
Katrina stole the show 🔥
Vijay as always was brilliant and the direction by Sriram was fantastic.
Will watch again sunday.
so ur saying its not just a one time watch but can be wateched again ??
@@idrisahmed2659 Depends on person to person. i absolutely loved it and i can watch it multiple times.
It's more suspense like badlapur(minus action) not so masterpiece like andhadhun. Overall a interesting thriller movie. You can definitely watch it. The pairing was unique and i loved it.
yes, not a home run but there is still so much to admire in this film. Especially the dynamic of the leads
@@TriedRefusedProductions thanks for replying brother or sir. I am so happy. Been your subscriber since sooryvanshi review.😀🤩
I liked badlapur more than andhadhun
@@Lazymath007_ same bro
I really want to see Katrina Kaif., the performer here. It's high time she gets acknowledged for her acting. I hope Sriram sir has got the best out of her. Hopes pinned!! And Vijay Sethupathi. . What do I say . . . He is the best !! ♥️👏
Bro she is not great actress
@@anirudh6386 that's why I said I want to see the actor in her in this film. . And with sriram Raghavan, it might be possible that he has extracted the performer in her. . . Hope so!!!
@@anirudh6386she is non actress like Soha Ali Khan
@@anirudh6386 PR of one actress stalking katrina everywere spreading negativity who notice this ?
@@anirudh6386 everything is dependent on scripts and director, alia was pathetic in SOTY/Sadak2 and shandar but give her a good director and scripts she will perform
Loved it! The last half an hour, everyone was so silent in the theatre during the police station scenes and when the ball dropped all of us collectively gasped...what an experience omg!
I just love Sriram Raghavan!!! And again Vijay in it just makes it even more special!!!except for agent Vinod, everything is So unique and at the same time similar!!!😊😊
Can u explain ki kya wo ladki annie poori film me sach me goongi thi ya phir wo natak kr rahi thi? Kyuki aakhiri me usne santa bola. Aur kya katrina ne ye plan banaya tha vijay ko phasane ka?
This feels like a film to be watched at night in theatres
Very true, just go ahead.
We watched a 10-45PM show last night with very few people in the theatre and it added a few more colours to the movie watching experience
I am so happy to see Katrina getting her dues. She has done some amazing work in the past too .❤
I think this pattern has been consistent over years... if Anmol highlights the underwhelming aspects first, he liked the movie, and otherwise...
Dude the two songs of the movie that are out are absolutely beautiful raat akeli hai to and nazar teri toofan
They're the kinds of songs everyone screams about saying "Bollywood doesn't make these kinds of songs anymore"
Just watched the film. While the premise was slow but kept me hooked, I was left underwhelmed by the ending, not because of the unanswered questions but just what the genius director could change and make the twist properly twisted - either bringing in some kind of fantasy-like elements or just twisting the kind of predictable move and make a Uno reverse on either of the lead characters! Or maybe we've just come to expect much more from a Sriram Raghavan movie especially post Andhadhun!
If there is one Bollywood director who can be an answer to Hollywood’s Alfred Hitchcock, then it would definitely be Sriram Raghavan. His movies are no less than masterpieces!
The thumbnail is perfect Caz indeed it was a Slow burner but I felt it could have been more disastrous if the acting was not that good! Plus the second half and climax toh just covered me up for it! The last scene again like Andhadhun leaves questions in audience mind Caz they are left confused yet again😂❤
A really good movie with unique casting, story and musicality. Loved the use of 300 years old composition "Winter" by Vivaldi at the climax ❤
I loved Katrina's acting in the film
We need more of these original thriller movie, with no high octane set pieces just pure movie magic, I remembered watching ex machina, one of the best if not the best thriller ever and their is no set piece in that movie but slow burn and relationships
I think one of the best parts of the movie was its background score.. it was extremely engaging and on point!!
I loved the film, it had a kind of 60s 70s European noir kind of feel yet it was so Sriram Raghvan type too. It was a great experience to watch it on the big screens.
Violence is better than sacrifice sometimes.
For those who didn't get the ending, the answer is in the above sentence.
Who gets caught by police Albert or Maria ??
@@shrutigokhale454 Albert
@@shrutigokhale454 spoiler alert
Albert gets willingly arrested at the end
Katrina also do amazing when she works with good director
You forgot to mention about the most exciting part.... Background music.
It's jabardast
This movie should be called a spin-off of Jaane Jaan. The twists and turns were very predictable. Don't expect something like andhadhun. But the performances of Vijay Sethupati and Katrina Kaif were Top-notch. Even the investigation part of Vinay Pathak in 2nd half was interesting. Plus the BGM was terrific. A decent thriller. Yadhoom. 🔥❤️
Yeah..true .I dint find it very interesting either..I enjoyed jaane jaan
@@amnakhalid5871 Would've been better if they revealed the location of the body in Jaane Jaan.
Bro try watching the Tamil Version as well. He'd said that it's a bit different to fit the audience but didn't comment if it changes the outcome/ending of the film.
heard from a friend, outcome is the same!
@@TriedRefusedProductions oof. I'll leave the Hindi version to OTT then. I'm watching the Tamil one tonight. Waiting for your Captain Miller and Ayalaan analyses as well :)
loved the minute details you focused on. I also loved the music of the film
I'm just very happy and glad Sriram Raghavan is making movies. We need these.
I told this to my friends that don't expect Andhadhun while watching this. The slow burn is the major crux of this movie, and it is so well done
Loved the movie! ❤ Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi, as an on-screen pair, felt like something we needed. Absolutely great chemistry. 🔥Creators like Sriram Sir are what Indian Cinema needs more and more now. Absolute genius of a filmmaker. 💯 I used to wonder why CID, as a TV serial, was so popular?? One of the writers was Shridhar Raghavan, Sriram Raghavan's brother. This brother duo is simply brilliant. 🙌🏻 My 3 favorites - Karmtrina Kaif, Vijay Sethupathi, and Sriram Raghavan - in one movie were a refreshing watch. 🙌🏻❤🔥💯
The Indian's do urge for movies like this and when such movies do arise they are just like "kaun dekhne jaaye kya pata kesi hogi, OTT pe dekh lenge".
Both the actors were just above par and it was such a great experience.
With Merry Christmas, Hanuman & Captain Miller the screen's should be crying with Housefull shows but the masses will not choose these and rather will wait for few years and then they will brag about these on random insta post and will regret that they should have watched these movies on screen
I need to watcg it again. I need to see what i missed in my first watch.
need to rewatch the last 30 minutes again because it only gets into full gear then!
This film is revered to be classic in coming times no doubt about it
Maybe I missed it, but by whom and how Vijay's first girlfriend (Radhika Aapte) was killed? She eats the dosas while they are talking, and the next scene is where she is dead and Vijay blaming himself? Did not understand that entire storyline.
Wish you review sapne vs everyone!!
It's a masterpiece
Loved the film !! I see the imdb ratings are rising aswell. A true Sriram Raghavan film. Love how different his films are. Katrina Kaif was brilliant too. Vijay Sethupathi too as usual. Loved the entry of Vinay Pathak in the climax
Give captain miller reveiw must watch theatre experience
EVENING SHOW!!
I wish they would've released the movie 🎬 on Christmas 🎄 2023. I feel like they released it late, lol, but I'm glad that such a unique thriller story finally got released as I was waiting for it
Couldn't stop thinking about Before Sunrise and you called it out in the end. Interesting.
Just came back from watching it. Can’t wait for it to come to Netflix. So I can watch it over and over again ❤❤❤
I loved the film! There was always a feeling of mystery throughout the film, really loved the character exploration the director showcased
Sriram Raghavan got one of the best filmography of recent times and he seems to upgrade himself with each of his movies. Just amazing.
The movie is set during the time when Mumbai was called Bombay. So definitely before 1995. But the hundred notes they have shown in the movie are of recent times. Big good up
I was totally annoyed by that film. Nothing happened in that film
You have poor taste about movies
I have an unpopular opinion. Raees is far better than KGF and Pushpa.
Also, Fan is Shahrukh Khan's best film since My Name is Khan (till now).
Yes that's why it's unpopular 😂😂
That's true but don't agree on fan srk best movies are is swades, chak de india , paheli,Darr,asoka,Dil se in my opinion although Asoka and paheli some people might disagree
Agreed
@@divineflu34567 I meant that Fan is his best film since the release of My Name is Khan until now.
The movies you mentioned were released before My Name is Khan.
@@md19974 bollywood is mediocre industry
*Indian makers release every film in 5 languages. Along with this, they should also get every film dubbed in English. Whether the film is a hit or a flop. and that too by American voice over artists, instead of Indian voice over artists. (Like the Bollywood movie "The Archies" which was dubbed by American voice over artists, which was very good English dubbing.)*
*Because when English dubbing is done by Indian artists, it looks cringy and unprofessional (like the English dubbing of RRR). Because English is not the mother language of Indians, due to which foreigners are not able to connect while watching the film.*
*Filmmakers around the world (like Spanish, Korean, American, Norwegian and many more). get their every movie dubbed in Indian languages (specially Hindi). I have noticed this.*
*(Similarly, if Indian makers also get their films dubbed in other foreign languages, then at least in English (because English is an international language) only then will Indian films be seen all over the world)~*
I am agree
No kdrama is in English still half of the world watching those with subtitles so it doesn't matter
@@ArunKumar_Is_Me every kdrama releasing in English I've watched.
@@Worldwide505 that was Netflix work, not from series
Films like oldboy and sixth sense are slow thrillers...but those are always considered to be the best films made ever...so...i think if the film is good...these things don't matter...
I literally watched a review prior where that person hid the name of the novel from which this film is inspired and immediately here Jammy proceeds to reveal it 😂
*This the real debut of Vijay in Bollywood for me forget Tamil soldier & Jio cinema remake movie*
Its safe to say its a love story with the Sriram raghanvan flavour in it !!
I loved the movie.
Ek Hasina thi, Jhonny Gaddar and Andhadhun The best from Shriram Raghavan Films
Agent vinod pungi baja ke
badlapur as well
Literally waited so long for this
I watched in Tamil. I think Hindi & Tamil versions have 2 different versions of screenplays. If anyone had watched in Tamil, please do answer🙏
same ending and explanation tho
@@TriedRefusedProductions Oh. I thought the endings were also different. Whatever Sriram Raghavan said is true. This is indeed a proper slow-burn thriller in Indian Cinema after a long time. I enjoyed it to the core.
I also watched in tamil
Vijay's character arc....uff Mr. Raghavan is a bloody genius
Loved the movie. A much needed respite from all the action and violence. Best movie in the last couple of years.
For me it's Musical Thriller ❤ one of it's kind
Your comments have made me more excited about this film man. Especially because you said twice that it is Sriram Raghavan's rendition of my absolute favorite movie Before SUnrise! Man, I wish I was in India to watch it on the big screen!
Loved the movie. Vijay Katrina every supporting actors acted well.
merry christmas is a love story first then a thriller
Yo my man I'm waiting for captain Miller review.
Pls
evening show boss!
You must have a very exhausting schedule jammy😊😊. Take care of ur health
The problem with Merry Christmas is this. Way before CGI and VFX became a thing, and "400-500 crore Box Office collection" became the benchmark to assess a movie's quality and success, movies like Merry Christmas were made for the theatres. Because back then, movies were more about stories and emotions, rather than being a spectacle. So technically, Merry Christmas is a delicious romantic neo-noir thriller about coincidence, regret and second chances. Anyone who's a fan of Hitchcockian thrillers would love this. And Sriram Raghavan does pass out with flying colours on this one. So in this generation of fast paced, restless entertainment consumers whose attention span is decreasing day by day, this is definitely not everyone's cup of tea. But I personally loved it and would recommend it to everyone who loves a good story told with conviction. 😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️
Masala movies ko spectacle movies nhi bolte h 😂
Quite intriguing. Well put.
Shree Ram Raghavan is one of my only Indian movie director I really like since Ek Hasina Thi. Sadly I didn't see Badlapur because of Varun Dhawan else I like all of his movies.
Happy fr our Lady❤😊
Jammy what about Abraham ozler? Are you planning to review it or not? Curious to see your take on it.
you've sold the movie to me. thanks, was itching to watch hindi cinema.
Off topic... How scared are you about Guntur Karam?
VERY!
@@TriedRefusedProductionsyou should skip it or make the review extremely satirical !
Review Merry Christmas: MY TAKE
Songs
Omg three and they are superb , Title song mAy not be as good but the dance omg I mean Sethupathi and dancing .
Second one soft and sombere with intermittent dialogues
Third one the best picturised song ,totally unconventional,master piece ,the crescendo
Bow to Pritam da
BGM takes the movie to a different level.
Sethupathi: cutest Hindi.After a point one stops noticing his accent and just his eyes a small twitch here and there of his face are enough to convey all emotions.
Katrina: Amazing range of emotions .
THE DIRECTOR: I went to see the film for and sat through the SLOW BURN just because I trusted his story telling prowess.
I stop here ,I mean I could just go on and on and on
When the underwhelming aspects comes up first,,...we know jammy likes the movie
In the name of 'not a lot of' you are projecting biases. You are a good reviewer, you shouldn't repeat this as you have already mentioned this in the disadvantege section in the begining.
I watched the movie on Netflix today and the 2 things I liked is Katrina's beauty and Setupati Vijay's acting..
I love Sri Ram Raghavan. His last movie Andhadhun was amazing
Merry Christmas I didnt even knew about this movie till yesterday
I am not sure to watch in theatres but concept looks interesting
We need a sequel series to ek hasina thi ❤ 7:45
I watched it today after i saw many thumbnails in youtube were negative notion.
It was a good movie with decent perfromances from the cast. I receommend all to watch it in theaters.
Just watched the movie, loved every aspect of it - from lighting, music, cast, direction, cinematography, chemistry, dialogues everything. From me Merry Christmas was class cinema.
The audience of movie were pathetic- there were some people in audience who kept on commenting how the movie is bizarre,cringe etc etc. Also how they could make a music video or short film better than this movie. This kind of people should really stay away from cinema.
Loved it...big fan of Sriram Raghavan work....even agent vinod!!!
Loved Before Sunrise,,, can't wait to see Hindi adaptation
The film's actually good , but I have to say it's a bit overrated. One of the surprising things was Katrina Kaif. The slow -burn feel was great. Also it would have been good to have some answers.
Honestly, i don't like ending, but whole movie, acting was nice.
I'd really like to see your take on recent Bengali films
This time raghavan more focused on romantic angle with garnishing of little bit thriller, & tempering of homage to Samant da with Rd Burman " chor nikalata hai" 😅
Sriram Sir again proved it.... Awesome!!
Ek haseena thi...urmila and Saif, that was a killer movie of mr. raghvan
I genuinely really liked and enjoyed the film. It had flaws, for sure, that keep it from reaching the heights of Andhadhun, but it still accomplishes something that is unique, intriguing and special.
It is really a shame, that it isn't doing well qt the box office. I know Andhadhun had a similiar start, but don't know if Merry Christmas will make as much money. We need some qualoty films to pull people back to the theatres.