Pencil in your schedules for March 8th, as Netflix has dropped the unique romantic thriller starring Vijay Sethupathi and Katrina Kaif, Merry Christmas. The movie was released to the big screens on 12th January 2024, and was met with a decent reception at the time.
Raghavan is the captain of this directorial adventure, as he masterfully spins a gripping story in the milieu of 80’s bombay. Blending elements of crime, love, and mystery, the viewers are introduced to Albert, played by Vijay Sethupathi and his unassuming encounter with single mother Maria, portrayed by Katrina Kaif, and her child on a Christmas Eve. The movie contains snake-like twists and turns going forward, which we will leave for the viewers to experience themselves. Fans took to social media and have tweeted on X (previously Twitter) stating that since its release, “the year could not have become any better” and that “this is one of Katrina Kaifs best works till date.”
Supported by a star studded cast comprising Sanjay Kapoor, Pratima Kannan, Vinay Pathak and Tinnu Anand in its Hindi version, its Tamil version also has equally phenomenal counterparts in the form of Radhika Sarathkumar, Shanmugaraja, Kevin Jay Babu and Rajesh Williams portraying their corresponding roles. The film is receiving widely positive reviews post its OTT release, so make sure to catch yourself immersed in one of the best captivating neo noir thrillers out there right now.