Prince movie review:  Engaging only in parts, misses the target

Prince movie review: Engaging only in parts, misses the target

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Sivakarthikeyan single-handedly shoulders the film despite its flaws

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While some of the one-liners and jokes work, others fall flat

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The chemistry between Siva and Sathyaraj is the film's saving grace

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The predictable screenplay doesn't offer any surprise or novelty

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Maria Riaboshapka's Tamil debut is neat, her character is convincing

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Thaman's background score isn't bad, but the songs are badly placed

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It might work for fans of Jathi Ratnalu, but lacks a coherent screenplay

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Movie: Prince OTTplay Rating: 2.5/5

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