Is Style Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2006)

📖 The Core Premise

With the release of Style (2006), audiences are invited back into the world of Family, Drama. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Ganesh (Prabhu Deva) is a good dancer. He beats Anthony in one dance competition to head into international arena. Anthony gets Ganesh beaten up, and Ganesh loses his legs in a car accident. He is depressed, but he wants to give his dance talent to someone and make him his heir. On a different line, Raghava (Raghava Lawrence) works as a boy at a dance school in Vizag. He and four of his friends are good dancers, but they are never recognized until one folk dance at a hotel. Ganesh finds his prospective heir in Raghava. The rest of the film is how Raghava prepares and defeats Anthony in the final dance competition."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In Style, Raghava Lawrence delivers a serviceable performance that keeps the narrative moving. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Family. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Style worth your time? If you appreciate Family, Drama films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Style is a mixed bag with some redeeming qualities. With a runtime of 160 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Watch on OTT.