Watch Mark Antony for fun. Watch Thupparivaalan for craft. Avoid Action entirely. If Vishal takes a 2-year break and returns with a solid, original script, he could reclaim his spot. Until then, he remains a "sometimes good, often loud" action hero.
Vishal is an underutilized talent. He has the physique and sincerity of a top-tier star, but he repeatedly chooses mediocre scripts. When he gets a director like Bala or Mysskin, he shines. When he produces his own mass films, he usually fails.
2.5/5 stars is the average for his recent theatrical releases.
Below is a consolidated review of his recent work and overall career trajectory. Vishal has never tried to be a romantic lead or a comedian. His brand is raw, often violent, action . He performs his own stunts, and his films usually revolve around themes of justice, corruption, and police brutality.
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