Similar to the Hindi original, the Tamil version faced criticism for a weak or "filthy" script and inconsistent pacing, particularly in the second half. Box Office & Market Impact Regional Release:

The film also includes notable cameos, including Rajinikanth as Chitti, Sanjay Dutt as Khalnayak, and Priyanka Chopra as "The Desi Girl". Why "Tamilyogi Verified"?

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