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Game Changer Explained: How did Ram Charan as IAS officer save the system and what went wrong in Shankar directorial?
Game Changer Explained: How did Ram Charan as IAS officer save the system and what went wrong in Shankar directorial?

Pink Villa

time10 hours ago

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  • Pink Villa

Game Changer Explained: How did Ram Charan as IAS officer save the system and what went wrong in Shankar directorial?

Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers. Ram Charan starrer Game Changer hit the big screens on January 10, 2025, coinciding with Sankranti this year. Despite garnering a massive hype before release, the political action drama tanked at the box office. So, how did the story of Ram Nandan, the IAS officer, end and what led to the film's dismissal by the audience? Let's dive in. Game Changer story: What is the Ram Charan starrer about? Game Changer features the story of Ram Nadhan (Ram Charan), a newly appointed District Magistrate who is posted to Vizag, Andhra Pradesh. Assuming the office, Ram begins cleansing the city filled with corruption by simply asking the wrongdoers to correct their ways. But, when the accused mock him, Nadhan takes a more aggressive method, leading to the seizure of a factory and the demolition of a mall. One by one, he deals with corrupt people, making them fear him. Following these events, Ram reveals why he became an IAS officer even though he was once pursuing an MBBS degree. Even before becoming an IAS, he was an individual with anger management issues. Given his aggressive attitude, his love interest Deepika (played by Kiara Advani) advises him to take the UPSC exam but forbids him from becoming an IPS officer. However, he misses the cutoff marks to pass the threshold of an IAS rank and becomes an IPS officer. This prompts Deepika to abandon him even though Nadhan had reappeared for the UPSC exam and became an IAS officer. Years later, the man is searching for his love, only to find and reunite with her at an old-age home. At the old age facility, Nadhan meets with mentally challenged Parvathy, who requests him if she could meet the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. Parvathy interrupts CM's political event and reveals the past crimes and scandals he had committed. After an altercation at the event with Ram striking the CM's son, Bobbili Mopidevi (SJ Suryah), it creates a massive political uproar. Incidentally, the CM suffers a heart attack and is hospitalized. On his hospital bed, the CM dismisses his son on account of corruption, which makes Mopidevi furious, and he ends his father's life. With public sympathy at his side, he expects to serve as the next Chief Minister and takes revenge against Ram with fabricated evidence to suspend and arrest him. However, the tides take a turn when just as the CM's funeral pyre is about to be lit, a pre-recorded video showcases the late politician endorsing Ram Nandan as the next Chief Minister. As the truth is revealed to the world, people come out in support of Ram, preventing his arrest. Soon, it is revealed that Ram Nandan is the son of Appanna (also played by Ram Charan), the original founder of the late CM's party. What shocks his world even more is the fact that Parvathy, the one he met at the old-age home, is his biological mother. Taking us back in time, it is showcased that Ram's parents were staunch protestors against corruption. However, his father suffered from stammering, which made him hire the now-dead CM Sathyamoorthy. Soon enough, Appanna's party grows in prominence, but he discovers that his allies Sathyamoorthy and Mukundha are betraying him for personal gain. Before Ram's father dissolved the party, both of them ended Appanna's life, leaving Parvathy in a mental shock. How did Game Changer end? After knowing the truth, Ram reunites with his mother and is soon to take up the role of acting Chief Minister. However, Mopidevi plays a ruse and inadvertently becomes the CM. A massive uproar among IAS officers occurs, which leads to Ram's appointment as the Election Commission Officer. What follows next is Mopidevi's tactics on how to subdue Ram from conducting fair elections and take over the state with his corrupt practices. With every plan being foiled by Ram, a massive fight takes place between them in the end at a vote-counting center, with the once IAS officer emerging victorious and becoming the state CM. What went wrong with Game Changer? Game Changer from a writing perspective, suffered from cinematic stereotypes and a predictable storyline. The subpar execution by Shankar made it difficult to experience the film. Taking the example of Ram's motivation to become an IAS officer, he attributes it to his love for Deepika. She then leaves him because he became an IPS officer; however, an average person would know if you're eligible to become an IPS officer, one could take up another post in the IFS, IRS, and more. Leaving behind the logical aspects of the storyline, the film features talented actors like Sunil and Vennela Kishore for comic relief. The former's character is titled as 'Side' Satyam, a literal 'Side-kick' who does daily activities only sideways. Why such a creative decision? one may ask, honestly, no one has any idea. Unaware of what it means to be Meta, the Shankar directorial questioned the audience's intellect, making an outdated political entertainer, but ultimately failed.

Chiranjeevi's Vishwambhara in final stage of production, makers promise top-tier VFX
Chiranjeevi's Vishwambhara in final stage of production, makers promise top-tier VFX

India Today

time2 days ago

  • Entertainment
  • India Today

Chiranjeevi's Vishwambhara in final stage of production, makers promise top-tier VFX

Amid growing anticipation, Megastar Chiranjeevi's ambitious socio-fantasy entertainer 'Vishwambhara' is now in the final stages of post-production. The team has confirmed that the film is being designed as a visual spectacle, featuring a record number of VFX shots, aimed at setting a new benchmark for Indian closse to production revealed that a collaboration of leading VFX studios from Tollywood, Bollywood, and Hollywood is working on the project. The teams are said to be working with meticulous precision to ensure that every frame meets international quality by Vassishta of 'Bimbisara' fame, 'Vishwambhara' marks Chiranjeevi's 156th film. The film's teaser, which was released during Dussehra 2024, introduced audiences to a mythical world, complete with flying fish-shaped birds, roaring rhinoceroses, and Chiranjeevi making a superhero-like entry on a flying horse. Here's the teaser: While the teaser drew curiosity, it also received criticism for its underwhelming VFX. In response, the makers assured that the final output would reflect a significant upgrade in by UV Creations, 'Vishwambhara' also stars Trisha Krishnan and Ashika Ranganath in key roles. The film was initially scheduled for release on January 10 2025 during Sankranti, but was later postponed to avoid clashing with Ram Charan's 'Game Changer'. A new release date is expected to be announced Chiranjeevi is also working on 'Mega 157', a family entertainer directed by Anil Ravipudi. After wrapping up its second schedule in Mussoorie, the team has now begun its third schedule in Hyderabad. The film stars Nayanthara and is targeting a Sankranti release.- EndsMust Watch

‘Vishwambhara' release update: Chiranjeevi's socio-fantasy now expected to arrive during THIS period
‘Vishwambhara' release update: Chiranjeevi's socio-fantasy now expected to arrive during THIS period

Time of India

time4 days ago

  • Entertainment
  • Time of India

‘Vishwambhara' release update: Chiranjeevi's socio-fantasy now expected to arrive during THIS period

Picture Credit: X Megastar Chiranjeevi's much-anticipated grand socio-fantasy film Vishwambhara has hit yet another hurdle. Initially announced during Sankranti 2024 and locked for a grand release on January 10, 2025, the film has seen prolonged delays. According to a report by 123Telugu, the makers are now eyeing a new release window in the summer of 2026, owing to extensive delays in post-production and CG work. The primary reason behind the delay appears to be the film's VFX-heavy narrative. As per the report, the CGI team initially promised to deliver the output in three months. However, Chiranjeevi's team, aiming for better quality, granted them six months instead. Despite the extension, post-production has not progressed at the expected pace. Earlier, while speaking with Telugu One about the setback, Chiranjeevi's long-time collaborator and producer Naga Babu Satyanarayana revealed, 'The team miscalculated how long it would take to shoot and later complete the CGI. The timeline offered by the VFX team wasn't realistic. They didn't want to lose the project, so they under-promised on the duration it would take.' He also addressed the teaser that was released last year to a mixed response. It was created using AI-generated visuals. He revealed that the sequences were rendered at the last minute since the CGI wasn't ready in time. 'It's not proper CGI, and none of those visuals will be in the final film,' he stated. Initially, 'Vishwambhara' was scheduled to hit cinemas during Sankranti 2025. However, the makers backed out once it became clear that Ram Charan's Game Changer was targeting the same festive slot. 'Vishwambhara' also stars Trisha Krishnan as the female lead. With the film taking longer than expected, it is being suggested that Chiranjeevi's next project with director Anil Ravipudi will hit theatres first. That film is expected to be a mass commercial entertainer, with Nayanthara as the co-lead. On another front, Chiranjeevi has also signed a film with Dasara director Srikanth Odela, which will be an action thriller.

'Jananayagan' First Look Crosses 32.4 Million Views in 24 Hours, Heads Towards 50 Million!
'Jananayagan' First Look Crosses 32.4 Million Views in 24 Hours, Heads Towards 50 Million!

Hans India

time25-06-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Hans India

'Jananayagan' First Look Crosses 32.4 Million Views in 24 Hours, Heads Towards 50 Million!

Bengaluru: Actor Thalapathy Vijay's much-awaited 69th film, "Jananayagan", is making waves across social media, with the first look of the film garnering over 32.4 million views within 24 hours of its release. The film is quickly racing toward the 50 million mark, setting new digital benchmarks. Produced by Venkat K Narayan under the prestigious K.V.N. Productions, the first look of Jananayagan was unveiled as a special treat on the occasion of Thalapathy Vijay's 51st birthday. The powerful poster, which shows Vijay in a fierce police avatar, seated on a regal throne holding a sword, has sparked massive curiosity among fans. The high-budget film is being helmed by director H. Vinoth, with music by Anirudh Ravichander, cinematography by Sathyan Sooryan, and stunts choreographed by Anl Arasu. The team plans a grand global release on January 9, 2026, coinciding with the Sankranti festive season. Set to release in multiple languages, Jananayagan is already being seen as a cultural and cinematic event. As Vijay increasingly focuses on his political journey and party-building efforts, sources suggest this may be his final film, making it all the more special for fans and the industry.

Game Changer producer blames himself for film's failure: I have 100 per cent regret
Game Changer producer blames himself for film's failure: I have 100 per cent regret

India Today

time24-06-2025

  • Entertainment
  • India Today

Game Changer producer blames himself for film's failure: I have 100 per cent regret

Six months after its release, Ram Charan's 'Game Changer' continues to make headlines, largely for the wrong reasons. Addressing the criticism surrounding the film's performance and length, producer Dil Raju confirmed that the original cut ran close to four and a half hours, and admitted his regret in not delivering a hit for the an interview with M9 News as part of the promotions for his upcoming film 'Thammudu', Dil Raju said, 'With big films and big directors, this problem is always there. Not just with this film or Dil Raju, this happens with most big films. The statement given by the editor that Game Changer was four and a half hours long is true. But because there is a big director directing the film, we can't interfere.'advertisementSpeaking about the challenges of handling such collaborations, he added, 'The problem is, if we interfere, it becomes a mess. If a mistake is happening, it is the producer's responsibility to stop it, which I didn't do. So I consider this my failure. I have to accept it, and I shouldn't mount a project like that with big directors.' Reflecting on lessons learnt, he said, 'If I am working with big directors, at least I should mention my points clearly in the contract, which I couldn't. I realised that's not my school. So I am slowly moving on.'On the pressure to meet expectations, especially after Ram Charan's global success with 'RRR', Raju added, '100% I have regrets. I emotionally felt bad, but it was not in my hands. This time, things went out of my hands, and I was not in a position to do anything.'advertisementHere's the trailer of Game Changer: Released during Sankranti amid sky-high expectations, 'Game Changer' underperformed at the box office. The high-octane political actioner marked acclaimed filmmaker S Shankar's Telugu debut and featured a star-studded cast including Kiara Advani, Anjali, SJ Suryah, Srikanth, Sunil, Jayaram, and Samuthirakani.- EndsMust Watch

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