Gang Leader is helmed by Vikram K. Kumar.Nani starrer Gang Leader is the big Telugu release this week. The film also stars Kartikeya Gummakonda, Priyanka Arul Mohan, Lakshmi, Saranya, Aneesh Kuruvilla, Priyadarshi and Vennela Kishore among others.
In what we’ve seen in the trailer, Nani plays the role of a writer who goes by the pen name Pencil. He is a plagiarist who makes money by translating English movies into Telugu novels. Pencil comes in contact with a team of five women from different age groups. The main story seems to revolve around the protagonist’s efforts to aid the women squad in a mission to seek revenge from their enemy.
Directed by Vikram K. Kumar, Gang Leader marks Nani’s return to the silver screen after his sports drama Jersey hit the bull’s eye at the box office.
Talking about his latest film Gang Leader, Nani said, “Generally, revenge is treated as an intense emotion with a lot of violence and vengeful dialogues. In this film, we have treated that emotion in a fun and entertaining way. We know that Vikram makes entertaining movies but this film has brought out the comedian in him. If the audience at the theaters laugh as much as I did while he narrated the script, I believe this film will become a blockbuster.”
He added, “The five female members in the group are not related to each other. The only commonality that they share between them is that they are all hurt by the same villain. The age difference among them is an important element in the narration. We are not going into their backstories, but we will know what exactly happened to each one of them. All of them have a solid purpose to seek revenge.”
‘Nice mix of humor and feel good emotion’
User @TolaniSimran tweeted, “Movie drags a bit towards the end. Abruptly ended but then it was an entertaining watch with nice mix of humor and feel good emotion. Great performances from everyone, especially by the leader Nani. 3.5/5 #GangLeader”.
Aadhi on Gang Leader
Actor Aadhi wished his friend Nani and the rest of the team luck on Twitter. “#GangLeader has released near you! Wishing my dearest friend @NameisNani, @MythriOfficial, @Vikram_K_Kumar and the entire team a huge success. Go watch it in your nearest theaters! #GangLeaderFromToday,” he tweeted.
Trade Analyst Ramesh Bala on Gang Leader
Trade Analyst Ramesh Bala rated the film 3 out of 5 stars. He tweeted, “#GangLeader [3/5] : An unusual revenge story.. Part comedy.. Part thriller.. @NameisNani shines.. Veteran Actress #Lakshmi 👌The rest of the revengers r good too.. @anirudhofficial BGM terrific.. Dir #VikramKumar has made an engaging movie.. A fun watch! 👍”.
‘Nani’s weakest movie till date’
“#GangLeader decent movie with good first half and average second half oops🤭🤭 @NameisNani nailed it as usual nani kosame oka sari easy ga chudachu 🤗🤗 vikram k kumar nunchi chala expect chesa😣😣 even this is his weakest movie till date but not bad one..One time watch movie🤗🤗," tweeted @Eshu_TBND.
'Sloppy, uninspired film'
User @ganeshravuri tweeted, “#GangLeader is a surprisingly sloppy, uninspired film from Vikram Kumar. In-form Nani turns in a spectacular performance as Pencil Parthasaradhi, but is weighed down by sluggish writing. Disappointed”.
'A perfect balanced movie'
“A perfect balanced movie #GangLeader @Vikram_K_Kumar Showed every emotion beautifully @ActorKartikeya Hats off #TFI got another amazing actor Inka ma anna @NameisNani as usual chimpinav Gang Motham acting aripincharu#priyankaarulmohan ayte 👌👌👌👌👌 #BlockbusterGangLeader,” tweeted @janaSAInik_.
'Perfect Family Movie'
User @AlwaysPravi tweeted, “Just now Watching #GangLeader Really @NameisNani Bro natural Acting And Comedy timing 😍👌 @priyankaamohan Cute Acting And Looking Beautiful 😍💙 @vennelakishore...Oops Comedy 😂😂 @ssk1122 Negative Role kummesav👌👌 @anirudhofficial Music Next level 😍💙Perfect Famly Movie💙”.
Lyricist Anantha Sriram spotted at a theatre with fans in Hyderabad
Anantha Sriram, the lyricist of Gang Leader, was spotted after watching the movie at a theatre in Hyderabad.
Anirudh Ravichandran on Gang Leader
Anirudh Ravichandran wrote on Twitter , “Time to disturb your sleep brother @NameisNani! Wake up to another super hit 👍💪🏻🤗 @Vikram_K_Kumar 🏆🏆🏆 #Gangu , #GangLeader vacharu legandoyyy 🕺💃”.
'Loved the film'
A user @anusha111997 posted on Twitter, "Just watched Nani’s Gang Leader! Seriously loved the film with the twists and suspense! The cast was amazing: @NameisNani @priyankaamohan @saranyaponvanan @ActorKartikeya! Everyone did super! Kudos to director @Vikram_K_Kumar for bringing such a film! #GangLeader"
'Good but not great'
“#GangLeader quite looses its flow around the pre-climax and then ends suddenly. But there are many heartwarming scenes, laugh out load moments, terrific BGM & songs and super performance from Nani that makes us have nice time in the movie. Good but not great,” tweeted @sushanthreddy.
'Gang Leader is a simple comedy entertainer'
User @Chitralahari_M tweeted, "@anirudhofficial super music brother, you gave life to the film #GangLeader Everyone did very well in the film including #sravani neat screenplay, good writing and @Vikram_K_Kumar you proved again, you are story teller. Congratulations to whole team @NameisNani #PriyankaMohan.” He further added, “And the remaining gang members also too good at their roles, totally #GangLeader is simple comedy entertainer and you will cry also. #GangLeaderreview @MythriOfficial congratulations to the producers."
'Definitely a blockbuster'
“#GangLeader definitely a blockbuster. Wishing @NameisNani and team best of luck #GangLeaderReleasingToday,” tweeted @Hemantp0073.
Amitashh on Gang Leader
Amitashh shared on Twitter, “Wishing @Vikram_K_Kumar @NameisNani a blockbuster with #GangLeader !! And to our rockstar, superstar, @anirudhofficial , you are a blessing to this world and all that you do inspires above and beyond. #Hoyna is my all time fav. #BGMking set to rage once again !! 🔥🔥🔥”.
'A thorough entertainer'
Twitter user @rahulmanidravid said, “#GangLeaderreview #Gangleader is a thorough entertainer. It has a right dose of entertaining, enthralling, and emotional moments.Gangleader Nani successfully led the gang to a hit. 2019 is @NameisNani's year - #Jersey and now #Gangleader.”.
Vignesh Shivan on Gang Leader
Vignesh Shivan took to Twitter and wrote, “Best wishes to enga #Gangleader Mr. @anirudhofficial for another blockbuster in a row! Amazing songs already 🥳🥳 looking forward to see the movie today for some stunning work from @NameisNani @Vikram_K_Kumar @MythriOfficial @priyankaamohan &team Enjoy #Gangleader from today✅.”
Gang Leader villain Kartikeya on Nani
In an interview with indianexpress.com, Karthikeya said, “I closely observed Nani’s working style on the sets. The way he suggests improvisations, his involvement in the script and the character. He is involved with every department in the film production. He has enough knowledge about filmmaking that he can direct a movie. And, I used to ask him on what basis he select his films. I bothered him a lot. But, he patiently answered all my questions.”
Fans celebrate Nani
A fan celebrates the release of Nani’s Gang Leader in Hyderabad.
Harish Kalyan on Gang Leader
Harish Kalyan wished the team of Gang Leader on Twitter. “Best wishes naana @NameisNani rockstar @anirudhofficial & team for #GangLeader #GangLeaderFromToday,” he tweeted.
Gang Leader: Trailer
Planning to catch Gang Leader in theaters? Watch the trailer here:
'Brilliant First Half'
"#GangLeader movie was brilliant first half too good and second was brilliant what a screenplay @Vikram_K_Kumar. last 10 min full emotional and climax kosam mali veltharu @NameisNani what an Acting brilliant performance my review 3.5/5 Don't Believe Negative Reviews," tweeted @GachibowliDiw.
'Gang Leader is a decent flick'
A user @revanthbandari7 posted on Twitter, "Gangleader - Interesting Plot!! Nani One Man Show. 1st half is interesting and fun with super oneliners. 2nd half - it gets slow a bit but it picks up gradually but when the film ends, felt like something was missing. It isn’t completely satisfying. Decent Flick !! #GangLeader"
Gang Leader: Early audience reaction
A user @varunkilaru tweeted, "#gangleader -Sprinkled with good humor,it is engaging for the most part.The end twist is cute and bears Vikram’s mark! However, the film does not explore the pain of the main characters well diluting the overall impact. Nani - Super. There is something about Priyanka. not sure yet."
Sai Dharam Tej on Gang Leader
Sai Dharam Tej took to Twitter and wrote, "Wishing all the best to @NameisNani @MythriOfficial @anirudhofficial @Vikram_K_Kumar for #GangLeader. hope you guys get a huge hit"
'Go with your gang and enjoy Gang Leader'
Anirudh Ravichander shared on Twittter, "Go with your Gang and enjoy our #GangLeader tomorrow ..Get entertained max by @NameisNani and @Vikram_K_Kumar Excited :) @ActorKartikeya @priyankaamohan @MythriOfficial"
'Let the Gang Leader rock at the box office'
PC Sreeram wrote on Twitter, "#GangLeader Wishing vikram, Nani, Anirudh and the rest of team my best wishes. Let the "gangleader" rock at the box office. @vikram_kumar @NameisNani @anirudhofficial @ priyankamohan #mythriofficial"
'Gang Leader all set to lead today'
"#GangLeader all set to lead today! All the very best babai @NameisNani," Allari Naresh said via Twitter.
Manchu Manoj on Gang Leader
Manchu Manoj tweeted, "#GangLeader releasing today! Wishing my dear friend @NameisNani @MythriOfficial @Vikram_K_Kumar & the entire team a huge success. Go watch it in your nearest theaters! #GangLeaderFromSept13th"
'Gang Leader is all yours'
Nani posted on Twitter, "Super hit ayithey lepandi otherwise don’t disturb. #GangLeader is all yours ❤ Hope you all love i. Mee. Pencil Parthasarathy"