Here’s a proper, detailed review of a — keeping in mind that he has starred in two distinct phases of his career: as a comedian (2000s–early 2010s) and as a lead hero (mid-2010s onwards).
⭐⭐½ (2.5/5) – Above average for its genre. General Take on Santhanam’s Hero Movies | Phase | Style | Best Examples | Common Issue | |-----------|-----------|-------------------|------------------| | Comedian (with others) | Scene-stealer, rapid-fire satire | BOSS Engira Baskaran , Oru Kal Oru Kannadi | Often overshadowed lead actors | | Lead hero | Puns, wordplay, spoofs | Dhillukku Dhuddu , Sakka Podu Podu Raja , A1 | Weak scripts, repetitive formula | santanam movie