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OG Movie Review and Release Live Updates: Pawan Kalyan beats Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2' in premieres; eyes record Day 1 in Telugu States

THE TIMES OF INDIA | Sep 25, 2025, 23:48:31 IST

OG Movie Review and Release Live Updates: Pawan Kalyan beats Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2' in premieres; eyes record Day 1 in Telugu States

Pawan Kalyan’s OG is a storm of mass cinema, fan frenzy, and a deadly face-off . 'They Call Him OG' isn’t just a film—it’s an event. From packed midnight premieres to social media erupting with whistles and war cries, Pawan Kalyan’s return has sent fans into a frenzy. Sujeeth, who writes and directs this high-octane action crime saga, introduces audiences to Ojas Gambheera, a gangster-warrior who resurfaces in Bombay after ten long years. His purpose is singular and savage: to bring down the feared crime boss Omi Bhav, portrayed by Bollywood’s Emraan Hashmi in his powerful Telugu debut. The movie rides on the raw energy of its mass moments—the ramp title card, the explosive interval fight, and Thaman’s roaring background score that shakes theatres. For Pawan’s fans, each scene is less about storytelling and more about celebration, a reminder of why they’ve stood by him through highs and lows. Off screen, the film had its share of drama. A delay in shipping content to overseas distributors left fans anxious, with the Tamil release scrapped in North America and cinema chains temporarily delisting shows. Yet, the hype only grew stronger. Supported by a stellar cast including Priyanka Mohan, Arjun Das, Shriya Reddy, and Prakash Raj, OG is a promise of mass cinema at its grandest.

09:19 (IST) Sep 25

They Call Him OG Movie review:Epic Mass Destruction

One Twitter user wrote, "OG Movie Review = -Epic Mass Destruction ????❤️‍???? OverAll = 3.10/5 Story = 2.75/5 ????/BGM = 3.25/5 ???? 1st Half = 2.75/5 Interval = 3.15/5 ???? 2nd Half = 3/5 Action =3.25/5 ???? Visuals =3/5 ???? Performances =3.5/5 -Team???? Climax = 2.9/5 ????."

09:01 (IST) Sep 25

Finally, The OG Day is here - Sai Dharam Tej

Sai Dharam Tej is all excited for the PK starrer. He Tweeted, "Finally, The #OG Day is here...???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? With the premieres today, the power storm begins! So, so, so excited. Wishing blockbuster success to my hero, my GURU garu, @PawanKalyan mama.. Nanban @MusicThaman Nee Vidwamsam kosam waiting.. Best wishes for whole #TheyCallHimOG team @Sujeethsign bro @priyankaamohan garu @DVVMovies @emraanhashmi garu @iam_arjundas bro @sriyareddy garu and @IamKalyanDasari bro."

08:30 (IST) Sep 25

Fans celebrate Pawan Kalyan

Outside theatres, admirers erected a long cutout of Pawan Kalyan, cheering and gathering in anticipation for the premiere shows.

08:11 (IST) Sep 25

Arjun Das shares admiration for Pawan Kalyan - it's because of the power you hold in your heart

Arjun Das has taken a moment to share a heartfelt note for his co-star Pawan Kalyan. On his social media page, the 'Kaithi' actor opened up on the first time Pawan Kalyan complimented his work: “When you told me you loved Jammy in Good Bad Ugly, I didn't know how to react. I'll never forget everything you told me and all the conversations we had. I understood why everyone calls you Powerstar — it's because of the power you hold in your heart.” He recalled how the superstar publicly praised his voiceover for the Hari Hara Veera Mallu trailer, saying: “You didn't have to tweet, but you still did. Pawan Sir, with me there are no favours, you just have to ask, for you I'll always always be a message or call away.”

08:02 (IST) Sep 25

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08:02 (IST) Sep 25

Twitter review: OG is Feast for Mega and PK fans

One Twitter user wrote, "#OG is Feast for Mega and PK fans. And a good watch for others too. Can be a Blockbuster based on the Hype. 3.75/5 my rating." The movie is getting mixed first reviews from the audiences.

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07:43 (IST) Sep 25

Let’s celebrate Pawan Kalyan Garu ‘s OG - Naveen Polishetty

Naveen Polishetty gave a shoutout to 'OG' by Tweeting, "Let’s celebrate Pawan Kalyan garu ‘s #OG firestorm in theatres ????To add to the joy we have a new Sankranthi Promo of #AnaganagaOkaRaju that will be screened in all theatres with #OG . See you there :)"

07:20 (IST) Sep 25

OG - Twitter review - Decent first half

Meanwhile, the Twitter is also flooded with mixed views. One such review reads, "#TheyCallHimOG #OG - Decent First half & Very Average second half !! Action sequences, PawanKalyan's screen presence & Thaman BGM are the highlights???? No Emotional connect, No proper writing & Lag in Screenplay throughout the second half makes it tiring. Overall an Okish watch ????."

07:19 (IST) Sep 25

OG is an absolute firestorm - Naga Vamsi

Naga Vamsi took to Twitter and praised the Pawan Kalyan starrer. He wrote, "#OG is an absolute firestorm ???? Every bit packed with madness! The intro of @PawanKalyan garu is a straightup BANGER… shown in the most electrifying way possible. Interval and Police Station blocks… pure goosebumps, high moments everywhere! The swag, the attitude… Powerstar back in his full OG style ???? And our Sensational @MusicThaman … what a rampage bro, that BGM just lit up every single frame! Hungry Cheetah Hunt Begins now!! Congratulations @sujeethsign @navinnooli & the whole team! #TheyCallHimOG ❤️‍????????????."

07:13 (IST) Sep 25

OG Twitter review: TITLE CARD kee lesthayyy

One Twitter user wrote, "Potharuuuuuuuuuuu...Motham potharu...... TITLE CARD kee lesthayyy." The Twitter us flooded with decent reviews for the Pawan Kalyan starrer. After the underwhelming film 'Hari Hara Veera Mallu', 'OG' is surely a comeback for PK.

07:06 (IST) Sep 25

Manoj Manchu says, "Loved the hype and madness"

Manoj Manchu wrote on Twitter, "Loved the hype and madness for #OG ! Wishing my Anna, the Power Star @PawanKalyan garu & the entire team a Mega Blockbuster. I'm 200% sure it's going to be a firestorm in theatres...????Can’t wait to witness the rage and roar, and celebrate the Power Star.❤️ My best wishes to Dear @Sujeethsign , @MusicThaman babai & the entire team @priyankaamohan @DVVMovies @emraanhashmi @iam_arjundas @sriyareddy @IamKalyanDasari."

07:05 (IST) Sep 25

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07:05 (IST) Sep 25

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07:04 (IST) Sep 25

Power Star Mania Begins

As per a Twitter user, "Power Star Mania Begins. Biggest advance booking of all time for a non-Pan India Telugu film - HISTORIC DAY ONE LOADING! #PawanKalyan arrives with #TheyCallMeOG. Right content, and the film is headed to score new box office records in the home mark???? #OG."

07:04 (IST) Sep 25

Nani on OG - Kill it up brutal tonight

Nani took to Twitter and wrote, "For the younger one who cooked hard for our elder one. ♥️
Kill it up brutal tonight
@Sujeethsign

#TheyCallHimOG #OG."

07:03 (IST) Sep 25

Thaman says - We all worked hard

Taking to Twitter, the music composer Thaman wrote, "We all Work Hard Put Our Heart And Soul At the End of the day It’s the Almighty’s Super power Which pushes us to Success & Succeed in Life Prayed Hard for Our #Leader @PawanKalyan Gaaru ✨???? @TTDevasthanams #Thirumala OM NAMO NARAYANAYA ✨ He should win this #OG ???? O-J-A-S-G-A-M-B-H-E-E-R-A ⚡️????⚔️."

06:59 (IST) Sep 25

'OG' impresses in pre-sales

As reported by Gulte, the Pawan Kalyan starrer has already touched close to Rs 100 crores in pre sales, hinting at a magnificent opening at the box office. With decent reviews, the movie is expected to shine bright at the box office.

06:47 (IST) Sep 25

Twitter review: Peak interval

One Twitter user wrote, "#TheyCallHimOG first half review: except for peak intervel! & title intro card every thing is pridictabale it’s like slow and lacky konchem slow ga undhi, pk aura in Interval fight mathram, OMI intro, Daaku maharaj gurthu aaya Assalu katha ippdu start #OGReview 1st.”

06:47 (IST) Sep 25

Twitter review : massssssssssssssssssssssss strike

One Twitter review reads, "#OG Satisfactory 1st Half! First half is a typical savior gangster drama so far. This half was more of setup with many character introductions and felt pretty flat till the superb interval block which came out well. PK’s presence stands out especially in the intro and interval blocks. Thaman is the life of the film. 2nd Half Awaits! #TheyCallHimOG.”

06:46 (IST) Sep 25

Pawan Kalyan’s OG turns into a fan festival

The long wait is over—Pawan Kalyan’s OG has landed, and it’s nothing short of a carnival for his fans. Theatres across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana erupted into celebrations as midnight shows rolled out, proving that the Power Star still rules the masses like no other. From the goosebump-worthy title card to the thunderous interval fight, audiences were swept away by PK’s screen aura. Social media has been buzzing nonstop, with the hashtag #TheyCallHimOG flooding timelines.

06:45 (IST) Sep 25

Emraan Hashmi’s debut stuns audiences

Adding fresh intrigue is Emraan Hashmi, making his Telugu debut as Omi Bhav. Critics like Umair Sandhu called him the “show stopper” and praised his performance in what he termed a “bloody mass thriller.” With PK vs Emraan, OG is already being hailed as a massive crowd-puller.

06:44 (IST) Sep 25

Pawan Kalyan electrifies fans

While the frenzy was unanimous, reviews of the first half were a mixed bag. A verified reviewer described it as a typical gangster setup with too many introductions, but praised the interval block and Pawan Kalyan’s commanding presence: “PK’s presence stands out… Thaman is the life of the film.” Another fan bluntly wrote, “except for peak interval! & title intro card every thing is pridictabale… pk aura in Interval fight mathram.” Yet, others were swept away, calling it a “Big Fest Mode For Fans Strike.”

06:44 (IST) Sep 25

OG roars on Twitter

Pawan Kalyan’s OG has exploded onto the big screen, and Twitter is overflowing with reactions that capture the film’s mass appeal. Directed by Sujeeth, the gangster drama opened with midnight premieres in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, where packed houses turned screenings into celebrations. From the iconic ramp title card to the electrifying interval block, fans hailed every moment. One user exclaimed under #TheyCallHimOG, “Potharuuuuuuuuuuu... Motham potharu...... TITLE CARD kee lesthayyy.”

Pawan Kalyan’s OG has stormed into theatres, and the frenzy is real. From midnight premieres to jam-packed houses in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, fans are calling it nothing short of a festival. The gangster drama, directed by Sujeeth, opens with a bang—the ramp title card itself had whistles shaking the halls. One fan summed it up: “Potharuuuuuuuuuuu... Motham potharu...... TITLE CARD kee lesthayyy.” Written and directed by Sujeeth, the film dives into the gritty world of crime and vengeance. Pawan Kalyan steps into the role of Ojas Gambheera, a dreaded gangster who resurfaces in Bombay after a decade-long disappearance. His mission: to settle scores with Omi Bhav, the ruthless crime boss played by Emraan Hashmi, making a commanding Telugu debut.

But behind the fanfare lies real-world drama. A last-minute delay in delivering the film’s content left overseas distributors in panic mode. The Tamil version was scrapped in North America, some cinema chains pulled listings, and only Telugu and Hindi prints made it on time. Despite these hurdles, the buzz hasn’t dimmed.

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