The Greatest of All Time is an exciting new sci-fi action movie coming out on September 5, 2024. Directed by Venkat Prabhu, it features Vijay playing three different roles: a father, a son, and a clone. The movie involves a special intelligence team, with much of the action taking place in Russia and Chennai. It has a big budget of ₹300 crores.
The film also stars Prabhu Deva, Meenakshi, and Sneha. The music is by Yuvan Shankar, which adds to the excitement. With its large budget and high expectations, experts believe the film will have a record-breaking opening at the box office.
| Movie Title | The Greatest of All Time |
| Release Date | September 5, 2024 |
| Director | Venkat Prabhu |
| Actor | Thalapathy Vijay |
| Supporters | Prabhu Deva, Prashanth, Sneha |
| Genre | Sci-Fi, Action Thriller |
| Budget | ₹300 crore |
| Music | Yuvan Shankar Raja |
| OTT | Netflix |
| Languages | Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi |
The Greatest of All Time has garnered mixed reviews. Fans of Vijay have praised the film's high-octane action scenes and engaging music. According to Times of India, it received a 3/5 rating, pointing out that while the film had its share of exciting fan moments, it lacked depth in its storyline.
On Filmibeat, audiences highlighted its entertaining visuals, but some felt the emotional arcs fell short. Critics on News18 appreciated the performances but mentioned the pacing issues in parts. Overall, the film is seen as a fun but somewhat predictable action entertainer.
Main Actors
- Thalapathy Vijay as Gandhi / Jeevan
- Prabhu Deva as Kalyan Sundaram
- Prashanth as Sunil Thiagarajan
- Meenakshi Chaudhary as Srinidhi
- Sneha as Anu
- Laila as Sunil’s Wife
- Ajmal Ameer as Ajay
Brief Story
In The Greatest of All Time, the story revolves around Gandhi, a top agent with the Special Anti-Terrorist Squad, who is called back into action years after retirement. His peaceful family life is disrupted when his past missions resurface, threatening his loved ones. Alongside his son Jeevan, he must confront new enemies and navigate the complex dangers of cloning technology.
The movie's plot intertwines action-packed sequences with emotional moments, exploring the father-son bond. With multiple versions of the protagonist, the film delves into futuristic technology while maintaining a strong human connection.
Box Office
The film's advance bookings have already sold over 1.60 lakh tickets, amounting to approximately ₹4.66 crores in ticket sales on its first day. With Thalapathy Vijay leading the cast, it is expected to perform well, especially in Tamil Nadu, where 500 shows are already booked, and occupancy rates have crossed 55%.
Trade analysts are predicting that The Greatest of All Time could emerge as one of the top-grossing films of 2024. With early morning shows filling up fast, the film is expected to make a significant impact on its opening weekend, with estimates reaching over ₹12 crores in earnings.
The Greatest of All Time is in the theaters from September 5th. It will later be available for streaming on Netflix, a few weeks after its theatrical release. You can check Bappam for more Telugu Cinema latest updates.