Karthik Subbaraj‘s cinematic marvel, “Jigarthanda DoubleX,” stormed into theatres on November 10th, captivating audiences with its unique blend of Indian essence interwoven within the Western action genre. Headlined by the versatile talents of Raghava Lawrence and SJ Suryah, the film garnered both enthusiastic applause and significant box office triumphs.
Drawing from the director’s distinct storytelling style, “Jigarthanda DoubleX” swiftly resonated with fans and critics, earning accolades for its audacious narrative, adrenaline-pumping action sequences, and gripping performances that propelled the storyline with compelling vigour.
Described by Karthik Subbaraj as a “Pandyaa western” and labelled as a spiritual sequel to his 2014 hit, the movie is now set to embark on its digital journey with an eagerly anticipated release on Netflix slated for December 8th. The streaming platform recently unveiled this news on social media, disclosing plans for a multi-language release in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi, and soon, an English version.
Following its theatrical release, a myriad of celebrities, including Rajinikanth, Vignesh Shivan, Nelson Dilipkumar, Anirudh Ravichander, Dhanush, and more, showered praises for the film across social media platforms.
Diving deeper into “Jigarthanda DoubleX,” it stands as a standalone sequel to the 2014 original, which featured Bobby Simha and Sidharth in leading roles. The ensemble cast, including Nimisha Sajayan, Shine Tom Chacko, Bava Chelladurai, Naveen Chandra, and Ilavarasu, among others alongside Raghava Lawrence and SJ Suryah, paints an intricate narrative where the paths of an aspiring filmmaker and a resolute gangster converge.
Roll-camera-action!🎥 Indha Pandyaa Blockbuster paaka ellarum vaanga! 💥
Jigarthanda DoubleX is coming to Netflix on 8 December in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi!
Coming soon in English.#JigarthandaDoubleXOnNetflix pic.twitter.com/r1OlgnTpLY— Netflix India South (@Netflix_INSouth) December 1, 2023
The film masterfully weaves a socio-political layer into its storyline, seamlessly blending it without feeling didactic. Upon its initial release, both fans and critics alike lauded the exceptional performances of the lead actors, particularly hailing Raghava Lawrence’s portrayal as one of his career-best performances.
“Jigarthanda DoubleX” is a collaborative venture between Stone Bench Films, Five Star Creations, and Invenio Origins. The musical brilliance of Santhosh Narayanan, marking his seventh collaboration with Karthik Subbaraj, adorns the film, while veteran cinematographer S. Thirunavukkarasu and editor Shafiq Mohamed Ali contribute their expertise to this enthralling cinematic journey.
As the curtains rise for its digital premiere on Netflix, “Jigarthanda DoubleX” is poised to captivate a global audience, presenting a cinematic spectacle that transcends boundaries and promises an exhilarating viewing experience.