A rags-to-riches story is a feasible theme, if narrated impeccably. A fresh set-up with engaging screenplay and needed emotions are a must for these kinds of stories.
Director Puri Jagannadh opted for sports drama for his maiden Pan India project Liger starring Vijay Deverakonda in the titular role and has given his touch, in terms of characters designing and the narrative.
Megastar Chiranjeevi and Rebel Star Prabhas have launched the Telugu trailer of the movie.
Liger is an inspiring underdog story of a Mumbai chaiwala whose life is full of adventures and drama.
Love-hate, insults, almost nothing stops him in attaining his goal. Mother kicks him, coach beats him, lover rejects him, which make him become a stronger person altogether.
The trailer actually starts off with Ramya Krishna giving definition to the name Liger given to his son, which hints about his birth secret.
Then we get to see the heroics of Vijay Deverakonda and his madness in the ring. Besides giving powerful punches, he dances crazily in the ring.
If you are wondering whether Mike Tyson is there. Of course, he is there to give final punch to this power-packed trailer.
“If you are a fighter, what am I,” says Mike Tyson in his style, and his warning with hand gestures somehow disappoints, since that’s the end and we need to wait till the release to see more about this deadly combo.
However, the trailer packs a hulky punch with masterly work and collective efforts from the lead cast and the technical team.
Puri Jagannadh is a master, when it comes to presenting his heroes in first of its kind characters and giving them stylish best makeovers.
Vijay Deverakonda’s screen presence, his stammer, body language and appearance are just wow. Ramya Krishna surprises in a mass mother role, whereas Ananya Pandey appeared like a typical girlfriend of this generation. Then, Mike Tyson’s entry towards the end made the big difference.
Backed by Puri Connects and Bollywood’s leading production house Dharma Productions, the team of Liger spent money profusely to get a rich and superior look.
Cinematography, music and editing are the other superior works. Action choreography of Kecha deserves special mention.
The film, Liger, will have Pan India release on August 11th.