Last updated: 24 Apr 2026


Tamil · Comedy, Romance
2h 27m · 2 Aug 2018
Music: Balamurali Balu | DOP: Ballu | Writer: Maruthi Dasari
Ratings
Our Rating
2.5
Ghajinikanth is a Tamil romantic comedy that revolves around the life of Rajinikanth, played by Arya, who suffers from short-term memory loss similar to the character in the Hindi film Ghajini. The story follows his struggles in love and life as he tries to win over Anu, played by Sayesha Saigal, while dealing with his forgetfulness. The narrative explores how his condition affects his relationships and daily life, blending humor and emotional moments.
Ghajinikanth attempts to blend comedy with a romantic storyline centered around a protagonist with memory loss. The content is light-hearted and caters mostly to fans of slapstick and situational humor. The story, while inspired by the concept of memory loss from Ghajini, takes a more comedic and less intense approach, which may not appeal to all viewers.
The screenplay is straightforward but suffers from predictability and lacks depth in character development. The pacing is uneven; the first half is engaging with several humorous sequences and situational comedy, but the second half slows down considerably, losing the momentum built earlier. The climax tries to wrap up the emotional angle but feels rushed.
The songs composed by Balamurali Balu are situational and blend well with the narrative, though none stand out as particularly memorable. The background score supports the comedic and emotional beats adequately but does not elevate the film significantly. Cinematography by Ballu is functional, capturing the urban settings without much flair.
Arya: Delivers a charming and earnest portrayal of a man with memory loss, balancing comedy and emotion effectively.
Sayesha Saigal: Offers a decent performance as the female lead, though her character lacks depth.
Sathish: Provides comic relief with his timing and expressions, contributing positively to the humor.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Santhosh P. Jayakumar directs the film with a focus on comedy and light entertainment. While the direction keeps the narrative moving, it lacks innovation and fails to fully explore the emotional potential of the premise. The writing is simplistic and caters mainly to a mass audience looking for casual viewing.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics generally found Ghajinikanth to be an average entertainer with a few laughs but criticized its predictable plot and uneven pacing. Arya's performance was appreciated, but the film was seen as lacking in depth and originality.
Final Box-Office Result
Ghajinikanth released on 2 August 2018 (2018).
Ghajinikanth is declared a BELOW AVERAGE at the box office.
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Ghajinikanth directed by Santhosh P. Jayakumar. Produced by K. E. Gnanavelraja.
Ghajinikanth stars Arya, Sayesha Saigal, Sathish, Karunakaran, Rajendran.
Tollybo rates Ghajinikanth 2.5/5. Verdict: BELOW AVERAGE.
Music for Ghajinikanth composed by Balamurali Balu.
Ghajinikanth — Genre: Comedy, Romance, Runtime: 147 minutes, Language: Tamil.