The film “Merry Christmas,” directed by Sriram Raghavan, features Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi and was released on January 12th. The suspenseful film received positive reviews from both audiences and critics.
“Merry Christmas” is a mix of love, suspense, and humor. The story, based on the French novel “Le Monte Charge,” takes its time to develop. The first half focuses on the love story between Maria and Alfred, played by Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi. The second half brings unexpected twists, although it could use more thrilling moments. While it may not reach the level of “Andhadhun,” Sriram Raghavan’s unique treatment and storytelling make “Merry Christmas” worth watching.
Movie Storyline
In “Merry Christmas,” a man named Albert (Vijay Sethupathi) returns to his ancestral home after seven years, only to find that his mother has passed away. He sets out to reacquaint himself with his old city and meets a beautiful woman named Maria (Katrina Kaif). They connect, making each other laugh and sigh. However, something isn’t right, and the buildup to the meet-cute is long and intense.
“Merry Christmas” is a sublime deconstruction of the romantic thriller genre, as the heart is often a destructive trigger in Raghavan’s movies. The suspense lies in the love, replacing the primal excitement of revenge and deceit with the gradual development of romance through empathy and atonement. The film chooses to define itself by its transformation from violence to sacrifice, from a focus on humans to a celebration of humanity, emphasizing its primary identity as a poignant love story.
The chemistry between Vijay Sethupathi and Katrina Kaif is so natural that it works. Albert and Maria are like soulmates trapped in a parallel universe, and they don’t realize how much they need each other until they do. When Albert initiates a conversation early on, her initial lack of interest seems unlikely, but the film cleverly incorporates this implausibility, leaving us uncertain about whether it is genuine or fake, planned or impulsive, romantic or thrilling.
Kaif skillfully captures the ambiguity of a mother disguised as a woman, transforming Albert into a man whose desires are expressed through the language of remorse. Sethupathi’s eyes alone make it seem as though Albert is relinquishing his story to a greater cause, dismantling the strength of modern love, transforming Albert into a man whose longing takes on the language of regret.
Box Office Collection
Sriram Raghavan’s movie “Merry Christmas,” starring Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi, earned ₹2.30 crore on its first day. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh mentioned that the evening shows played a big role in boosting the numbers. Taran Adarsh expects positive “word of mouth” to help increase the earnings. He noted that Saturday morning shows performed better than Friday’s. Comparing it to Sriram Raghavan’s previous film “AndhaDhun,” he stated that “Merry Christmas” had a similar opening and anticipated a rise in numbers over the weekend. Taran Adarsh expressed optimism for an upward trend on Saturday and Sunday.
#MerryChristmas opens similar to #SriramRaghavan’s last release #AndhaDhun [₹ 2.70 cr]… Dependent on word of mouth to take it forward, #MerryChristmas witnessed substantial growth towards evening shows on Day 1… Fri ₹ 2.30 cr. #India biz. Note: #Hindi version.
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) January 13, 2024
An upward… pic.twitter.com/ryrMNrQwCS
Merry Christmas Movie Trailer
Atlee, the director of ‘Jawan,’ can’t stop expressing his admiration for ‘Merry Christmas.’
#MerryChristmas! I've been waiting to write this one. My favorite narrative of recent times is a beautiful love story with an amazing thriller. @VijaySethuOffl na you were pure class to watch, and the climax performance was woowwwwww. You're always an inspiration, keep inspiring… pic.twitter.com/vmgzbz2Jzq
— atlee (@Atlee_dir) January 12, 2024
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Te Mend Final Thought:
Director Sriram Raghavan’s “Merry Christmas” follows his successful films like Johnny Gaddar, Badlapur, and Andhadhun. “Merry Christmas” is a fascinating mix of romance and thriller, with a mysterious twist. The movie has a different and experimental ending, although it might not surprise you much. Directed by Sriram Raghavan, it stars Vijay Sethupathi and Katrina Kaif, making it a must-see for those who love good movies. While the ending may not shock you, the film’s great storytelling and exciting plot keep you on the edge of your seat. It’s a great film with an amazing cast and direction, turning a classic love story into an exciting movie experience.
Frequently Asked Question
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Who is the music composer of Merry Christmas?
Who is the director of Merry Christmas?
Sriram Raghavan directed “Merry Christmas,” an Indian mystery thriller with a dark and mysterious style.
Who is the star cast of “Merry Christmas”?
The cast of “Merry Christmas” includes:
Katrina Kaif (Maria Kumar)
Vijay Sethupathi (Albert Ramesh)
Ashwini Kalsekar (Ronnie’s Wife)
Radhika Apte (Rosie)
Gayathrie (singer)
Which of these Tamil actors appears in Merry Christmas?
“Merry Christmas” is a film directed by Sriram Raghavan and released in January 12, 2024. It’s a mystery thriller film with a dark and enigmatic style. Katrina Kaif and Vijay Sethupathi are in the lead roles. The movie is in both Hindi and Tamil languages and is based on a French novel titled “Le Monte-charge” by Frédéric Dard.
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