Game Changer release highlights: Ram Charan, Kiara Advani film gets positive reviews; leaks on Day 1

Game Changer movie review live updates: After producers of Game Changer were allowed to hike ticket prices, Telangana Film Chamber of Commerce (TFCC) General Secretary JVR called out the Telangana government for not adhering to its promise regarding ticket price hikes.

“The Telangana government and CM Revanth Reddy had clearly stated that there would be no hike in ticket prices for big films. However, ticket prices have been increased for the movie Game Changer, which has now become a topic of public debate. The government must uphold its commitment and take measures to ensure that ticket prices for major films are not raised,” he told the press.

He also added, “During recent discussions between the government and the film industry, the representation of Telangana stakeholders was notably absent. The government must recognize TFCC's significance and involve its leadership in discussions. Measures should also be taken to support small films.”

Game Changer movie review live updates: The trade analyst rated it 3 ½ stars, writing, "It's a #RamCharan show... Predictable plot elevated by impactful dramatic moments... Ordinary first half, lengthy but gripping second... Not #Shankar's best, but keeps you engrossed and entertained. #GameChangerReview

#Shankar relies heavily on the tried-and-tested formula this time... The romantic track [#RamCharan - #KiaraAdvani] feels half-baked, but the intense confrontations [#RamCharan - #SJSuryah] compensate for the shortcomings... The flashback too enhances the proceedings.

#GameChanger deserved a stronger soundtrack, but its impressive visuals and grand scale are truly worth appreciating.

#RamCharan is the heart and soul of #GameChanger, delivering a spellbinding performance... #SJSuryah is terrific as the power-hungry politician... #KiaraAdvani looks stunning, but her role is limited in this good-versus-evil saga."

Game Changer movie review live updates: According to Sacnilk, the political drama has collected ₹22.67 crore as of 5 pm. It had 55.82% occupancy in the morning for the Telugu version and 39.33% for the afternoon.

Game Changer movie review live updates: One movie buff seemed so frustrated after watching Game Changer, they penned an open letter to Shankar on X. Prashanth Rangaswamy wrote, “Dear sir @shankarshanmugh - I’m absolutely no one to advice an achiever like you. But the writing is becoming shallow every passing movie sir . Your associates and assistants are lazy as hell. If they truly worked on the scenes , #GameChanger would have been a totally different movie.”

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Game Changer movie review live updates: Ram Charan played dual roles in Game Changer as Ram Nandan and Appanna. The latter struck a cord with fans who compared it to his characters in Magadheera, Rangasthalam and RRR.

One X user wrote, “Oka Magadheera lo Bhairava, Rangasthalam lo Chittibabu, RRR lo Ramaraju, Game Changer lo Appanna.” Another compared an emotional scene in Game Changer to the one in Rangasthalam, stating that Ram ‘acts with his eyes’.

Game Changer movie review live updates: Ram Charan's RRR director SS Rajamouli caught a screening of Shankar's Game Changer with family on opening day.

Game Changer movie review live updates: Naanaa Hyraanaa featuring Ram Charan and Kiara Advani is missing from the film for this reason.

Game Changer movie review live updates: Rajeev Kanakala, who plays Mukundha in the Ram Charan, Kiara Advani-starrer wrote on X, "Listening to a positive response from all the corners for "GAME CHANGER". The whole cast and crew congratulations for the great success and all the best for the block buster records."

Game Changer movie review live updates: According to Sacnilk, Game Changer had 55.82% occupancy in Telugu, 18.77% in Tamil and 9.10% in Hindi for morning shows, collecting around ₹16.39 crore net so far.

Game Changer review: After a screening in the US, an American Ram Charan fan spoke about how Shankar ‘made an election commissioner sexy’.

Game Changer review: Numerous fans have been sharing pictures of Ram playing Appanna, an activist, in Game Changer. One X user wrote, “Asalu nee acting ki fidaa anna. (I fell for your acting).” Another wrote, “Appanna character is lit, pranam pettesav (you've given it your all) charan anna.”

Game Changer review: SJ Suryah played the antagonist in Game Changer and fans on X wrote about how good his performance is. One person wrote, “To the SJ Suryah fan who whistled at every single one of his punch dialogues without fail, I love you.” Another claimed, “Fell in love with this man today @iam_SJSuryah.”

Game Changer review: One X user wrote that Jayaram's character provided comic relief and was surprisingly good in Shankar's film, “Surprisingly #Jayaram character worked well in #GameChanger. His comedy and fun batters with SJ Surya were hilarious. Best comic relief character in recent times.” Another wrote, “Special kudos to #Jayaram character even though he has a small screen space!”

Game Changer review: Karthik Subbaraj and Shankar based Ram Charan's character Ram Nandan on a real IAS officer and real instances that took place in Madhurai, revealed SJ Suryah in an interview.

Game Changer review: Producer Dil Raju and actor SJ Suryah caught the first show of their film Game Changer at Bhramaramba 70 MM in Hyderabad.

Game Changer review: The Sankranthi release ₹13.07 crore of ₹26.8 crore in Andhra Pradesh and ₹6.41 crore in Telangana, according to Sacnilk. The film

Game Changer review: Shankar's Ram Charan, Kiara Advani, Anjali and SJ Suryah-starrer Game Changer's OTT rights have been bagged by Amazon Prime Video for a hefty sum.

Game Changer review: Naga Chaitanya and Sai Pallavi's song Bujji Thalli from Thandel is playing at Game Changer screenings in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, leaving fans excited.

Game Changer review: A report by Times Now states that numerous piracy websites are hosting a leaked HD version of the film within hours of release. The filmmakers are yet to take action on these sites.

Game Changer review: Karthik Subbaraj, who wrote the story of Game Changer, sent his best wishes to the film's team, writing on X, “Wishing the Maverick @shankarshanmugh Sir, @AlwaysRamCharan Sir, @iam_SJSuryah Sir, @DOP_Tirru Sir the very best for #GameChanger. Wishing it to be a big Blockbuster in theatres to them and the entire team.”

Game Changer review: One of Game Changer's most expensive songs, Naanaa Hyraanaa, which was shot in New Zealand was missing from the film. The team clarified it “has been edited out due to technical challenges encountered during the processing of infrared images in the initial prints. Rest assured, we are diligently working towards adding the song back in the missing content, which will be available starting January 14th.”

Game Changer review: Shankar film's US distributor, Shloka Entertainments, explained why the first show was delayed writing on X, “There has been a 30 minute delay for the USA premieres, as the production house wanted to match the showtime with the first screening in India.”

“#RamCharan𓃵 as a politician in #GameChanger. This editing was next level. #GlobalStarRamCharan,” read a tweet.

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"If you are ardent admirer of Chitti Babu from #Rangasthalam. Please skip Appanna portion in #GameChanger or you will betray Chitti Babu and fall in love with Appanna Characterization ❤️🙏🏻

Ala yela chesaav ayya ahh character ni 🫡🫡🫡," read a tweet.