Last updated: 24 Apr 2026


Tamil · Action
2h 32m · 9 Mar 2017
Music: Amresh Ganesh | DOP: Sarvesh Murari | Writer: John Mahendran, Anil Ravipudi
Ratings
Our Rating
1.5
Motta Shiva Ketta Shiva follows the story of Shiva, a fearless and honest police officer who takes on corrupt politicians and criminals to restore justice. The narrative revolves around his fight against the powerful and corrupt MLA, played by Sathyaraj, who manipulates the system for his benefit. The film blends action and drama with moments of humor and romance, as Shiva also navigates his personal relationships while battling the evils in society.
Motta Shiva Ketta Shiva is a commercial action entertainer that caters primarily to fans of mass action films. The story is straightforward and predictable, focusing on the classic good versus evil trope with a heavy dose of heroism. The screenplay is linear but suffers from a lack of subtlety and depth, often relying on formulaic scenes and dialogues. The pacing is uneven; the first half is relatively engaging with a mix of action and comedy, but the second half becomes repetitive and drags with extended fight sequences and melodrama.
The songs and music by Amresh Ganesh are functional but fail to leave a lasting impression. The soundtrack includes a few catchy numbers that fit the mood of the film but do not elevate the narrative. The background score is typical of commercial Tamil cinema, emphasizing dramatic moments and action scenes but lacking innovation or uniqueness.
Cinematography by Sarvesh Murari captures the action sequences effectively, though the overall visual style is conventional. The film's strength lies in its mass appeal and the lead actor Raghava Lawrence's screen presence, but it does not offer much in terms of storytelling or cinematic finesse.
Raghava Lawrence: Delivers a high-energy and charismatic performance, effectively carrying the film with his action sequences and screen presence.
Nikki Galrani: Provides a decent supporting role with limited scope, mainly serving as the romantic interest.
Sathyaraj: Portrays the antagonist with the required menace and intensity, adding weight to the conflict.
Kovai Sarala: Offers comic relief with her timing and expressions, though the humor is often predictable.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Sai Ramani directs the film with a focus on commercial viability, prioritizing action and mass elements over narrative depth. The direction is straightforward but lacks innovation, resulting in a film that caters to fans of the genre but may not appeal to a wider audience.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 30% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics generally gave mixed to negative reviews, praising Raghava Lawrence's performance and action sequences but criticizing the weak screenplay and predictable plot. The film was seen as a typical commercial entertainer without much novelty.
Final Box-Office Result
Motta Shiva Ketta Shiva released on 9 March 2017 (2017).
Motta Shiva Ketta Shiva is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
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Motta Shiva Ketta Shiva directed by Sai Ramani. Produced by R. B. Choudary.
Motta Shiva Ketta Shiva stars Raghava Lawrence, Nikki Galrani, Sathyaraj, Kovai Sarala, Devadarshini.
Tollybo rates Motta Shiva Ketta Shiva 1.5/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Motta Shiva Ketta Shiva composed by Amresh Ganesh.
Motta Shiva Ketta Shiva — Genre: Action, Runtime: 152 minutes, Language: Tamil.