Suriya 'Dodges Bullet' as Mixed Reviews Roll in for Sivakarthikeyan's 'Parasakthi'

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Sivakarthikeyan's highly-anticipated period drama 'Parasakthi' hit theaters over the weekend, but it seems the film has failed to impress. The movie, which was initially offered to Suriya and Dulquer Salmaan, has received a mixed response from audiences, with many calling it a 'boring' and 'patience-testing' watch. While some praised the performances of Sivakarthikeyan, Sreeleela, Ravi Mohan, and Atharvaa, others felt that the film's slow narration and dull love track dominated the first half. The second half, however, was criticized for being dragged out with convenient writing and stretched-out sequences. Despite the mixed reviews, fans of Suriya and Dulquer Salmaan are breathing a sigh of relief, with many taking to social media to share memes and jokes about the actors dodging a bullet by rejecting the project. 'Parasakthi' is set in 1960s Madras and tells the story of a man who rebels against the Hindi imposition in Tamil Nadu. GV Prakash's music and the cast's performances received praise from some viewers, but it seems the film's execution fell short of expectations. Director Sudha Kongara's attempt to tackle the pro-language movement was appreciated by some, but others felt that it was superficial and failed to land effectively. As the debate continues, one thing is clear: Suriya and Dulquer Salmaan fans are happy they dodged a bullet, and it remains to be seen whether 'Parasakthi' will find its footing with audiences.