New Delhi: Sivakarthikeyan’s massive Pongal release Parasakthi hit theatres today, January 10, 2026, promising goosebumps with its bold take on the 1964 anti-Hindi imposition protests. Directed by Sudha Kongara, the film boasts a stellar cast including Sreeleela, Ravi Mohan, Rana, Basil Joseph, and Atharvaa.
Fans rushed to X post-FDFS shows, flooding timelines with reactions—some hail SK’s career-best act, others slam the drag. Does the fire spread or fizzle out? Dive into the buzz.
Film background
Parasakthi draws from real 1964 events, focusing on Tamil students’ fight against Hindi imposition, adapted pan-India, like Telugu students in Telugu versions. Produced by Aakash Baskaran under Don Pictures, GV Prakash Kumar delivers his 100th film’s score, shining in action scenes. Released worldwide for Pongal, early shows started at 7 AM in parts of India and 9 AM in Tamil Nadu.
Sivakarthikeyan’s standout act
Sivakarthikeyan shines as “Sezhiyan,” earning raves for raw intensity. One fan tweeted: “Sivakarthikeyan delivers a career-best performance — raw, layered, and magnetically intense — proving once again why he’s the complete actor of this generation. #Parasakthi” — Pandu Gadu (@urstrulyShiva5), January 10, 2026. Ravi Mohan’s villain, “Thirunathan”, steals more spotlight than the hero, per viewers.
GV Prakash’s score impact
GV Prakash’s music elevates fights, playing a key role alongside SK’s acting. Yet mixed takes emerge, like: “#Parasakthi – Even with a relevant message or topic, it still falls under the formulaic, predictable cringe drama. Lazy making and a lacklustre screenplay could easily pull down whatever was supposed to be good in the film… Below Average!!” (@Fede15_Team), January 10, 2026.
Screenplay and direction critiques
Sudha Kongara picks a daring topic but stumbles on writing and pace. A review notes: “#Parasakthi A Boring Period Drama with Honest Intentions but a Tedious, Lengthy Narration that Tests Your Patience! The film initially grabs attention with an authentic period setup. However, a slow narration and dull love track dominate most of the first half. Post-interval,…” — Venky Reviews (@venkyreviews), January 10, 2026. Sreeleela’s role and romance fall flat, stretching patience.
Worth a watch?
Action scenes impress, but overall, Parasakthi—SK’s 25th film—gets mixed first-day verdicts despite grandeur. Many suggest family theatre trips once. X echoes divide: strong casts and BGM praised, but slow halves and weak emotions drag it down.