'Dude' Review: Pradeep Ranganathan's Latest Rom-Com Delivers Engaging First Half, Stumbles in the Second

The highly anticipated movie 'Dude' directed by debutant Keerthiswaran has hit the screens. The film, produced by Mythri Movie Makers, stars Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju in the lead roles, with a supporting cast that includes Neha Shetty, R. Sarathkumar, Hridhu Haroon, and Rohini.

The movie has generated a lot of pre-release buzz, and critics have now weighed in on whether it has lived up to the viewers' expectations. According to the reviews, 'Dude' starts off a bit slow but gradually picks up in the first half, ending with a well-executed interval block. However, the second half, despite a promising start, quickly loses steam and never quite recovers.

Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju deliver strong performances, with Sai Abhinayakar's music and Niketh Bommi's cinematography adding to the film's appeal. However, the uneven pacing, particularly in the second half, and a lack of strong emotional connect hold the movie back from being a complete success.

Overall, 'Dude' is a mixed bag – an engaging first half that is let down by a lackluster second act. While the film showcases the potential of debutant director Keerthiswaran, the writing needed sharper focus and stronger payoffs to truly resonate with the audience.