Last updated: 5 May 2026


Tamil · Action, Drama, Romance
2h 23m · 21 Oct 2022
Music: S. Thaman | DOP: Manoj Paramahamsa | Writer: Anudeep K.V., Mohan Sato
Ratings
Our Rating
1.75
Prince follows the story of a young man who is a skilled gamer and hacker. His life takes a turn when he gets involved in a high-stakes cybercrime case that threatens national security. The narrative unfolds as he uses his wit and gaming skills to outsmart powerful adversaries, blending action and thriller elements with a tech-savvy backdrop.
Prince attempts to blend a cyber-thriller narrative with commercial entertainment, featuring a protagonist who is both a gamer and a hacker. The story is engaging in concept but struggles with screenplay execution, especially in maintaining tension throughout. The pacing is uneven; the first half is relatively brisk, setting up the premise and characters effectively, while the second half slows down considerably with convoluted plot points.
The songs composed by S. Thaman are situational and add some energy to the film, but they do not leave a lasting impact. The background score is functional, supporting the thriller elements but lacking memorability. Cinematography by Manoj Paramahamsa is competent, capturing the urban and tech-centric settings well.
Overall, the film's screenplay and narrative coherence could have been tighter to elevate the thriller aspects. While the concept had potential, the execution resulted in a mixed experience, with moments of excitement offset by dragging sequences and predictability.
Sivakarthikeyan: Delivers a sincere and energetic performance, effectively portraying the tech-savvy protagonist with charm and conviction.
Maria Ryaboshapka: Provides a fresh presence but with limited scope to showcase depth in her role.
Sathyaraj: Offers a solid supporting performance, adding gravitas to the narrative.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Anudeep's direction shows ambition in tackling a techno-thriller genre but falters in narrative tightness and pacing. The writing attempts to balance commercial elements with a thriller plot but ends up diluting the tension and engagement.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics generally appreciated the fresh concept and Sivakarthikeyan's performance but criticized the film for its inconsistent screenplay and pacing issues. The technical aspects like cinematography and music received moderate praise, while the overall execution was seen as average.
Final Box-Office Result
Prince released on 21 October 2022 (2022).
Prince is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Prince is available on JioHotstar from 24 November 2022.
Prince directed by Anudeep. Produced by Daggubati Suresh Babu, Puskur Ram Mohan Rao, Suniel Narang, Narayan Das Narang.
Prince stars Sivakarthikeyan, Maria Ryaboshapka, Sathyaraj, Premji Amaran, Saathvik.
Tollybo rates Prince 1.75/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Prince composed by S. Thaman.
Prince — Genre: Action, Drama, Romance, Runtime: 143 minutes, Language: Tamil.