‘Devara-Part 1’ Review: Jr NTR, Janhvi Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan’s Film Receives Mixed Response From Netizens; Actioner’s Climax Scene Gets Praised

Jr NTR, Janhvi Kapoor and Saif Ali Khan's Devara: Part 1 released in theatres today (September 27). Directed by Koratala Siva, the action-thriller is set in a coastal region and explores themes of heroism, redemption and societal issues. Early reviews by netizens suggest a mixed response, with some praising the film's climax scene and calling it as a mass entertainer while others criticising its storyline. The ensemble cast of the movie also includes Shruti Marathe, Prakash Raj, Srikanth, Shine Tom Chacko, Narain, Kalaiyarasan and Murali Sharma. Check out netizens' verdict for Devara below. ‘Devara-Part 1’: Jr NTR Fans Dance and Cheer Outside Hyderabad’s Sudarshan Theatre Ahead of the Film’s Release (Watch Video).

'Explosive'

#Devara is an explosive, exhilarating & flat-out terrific adrenaline rush. It Goes Hard, bringing together giant-scale ferocity, pulse-quickening stakes & brawling action. Dance & fight choreography are propulsive. N.T. Rama Rao Jr. brings the fire & charisma. FUN STUFF! pic.twitter.com/0GOf3lYA5T

— Courtney Howard (@Lulamaybelle) September 26, 2024

'Disappointing'

#Devara is Disappointing

We were excited for this magnum opus after hearing the songs and seeing the release trailer, but it did not live up to our expectations in terms of story or visual effects. Anirudh is one of the few people who did their job from the start. Siva…

— Fukkard (@Fukkard) September 26, 2024

'Full Entertainment'

#Devara Review

It's an action packed movie that delivers full entertainment. #JrNTR

Carries the movie with his outstanding performance .Good with some scenes of goosebumps 🔥🤯🤯🤯#SaifAliKhan, @KalaiActor & others are good too ✌️

- weakness is second half have some… pic.twitter.com/klcwjCL0D0

— mas ti entertainment (@Masti_Actress) September 27, 2024

'Not Engaging'

#Devara 1st Half is flat and predictable. Not engaging and felt a bit boring. The story is usual and no high moments elevating the hero. BGM is good. Heroine is not introduced yet 😂 pic.twitter.com/ZYJZDsnYg8

— *R*A*G*H*U* 🔔 (@BeUrSelf1991) September 27, 2024

'Borrowed Visuals'

If there is a Novelistic set-up, you need strong characters that drag you into their journey through emotional connection. #Devara fails to even barely connect us with the protagonist and the world seems too convenient for some "borrowed" visuals. While Anirudh tried his best,… pic.twitter.com/OlSZ76UFfw

— Survi (@PavanSurvi) September 27, 2024

'Top-Notch VFX'

#Devara review :

A perfect movie for mass movies lovers 💥 #AnirudhRavichander done a fantastic job 👏

Top-notch VFX, fabulous colour grading.

Don't miss theater experience

Climax 20 mins was packed Action block with a Surprise🐬🔥#JrNTR @tarak9999 #DevaraReview pic.twitter.com/c2D9d4ACUv

— Suriya (@Sivindas1) September 27, 2024

'Climax Baahubali'

Ah climax fight 🥵🥵🥵🔥orri naina

Mind la tirgutundhi atla

First half rampuu

Climax bahubali laga cut chesindu chudali devara2 💆💆🐯🐯🥵🔥🔥🥶🥶💥💥🔥#Devara#debatePASOK #Devaramovie pic.twitter.com/NJgTptU4Kc

— tollywood boii (@hemanthbuntyy) September 27, 2024

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