Cheekatilo X Review: Sobhita Dhulipala’s latest release Cheekatilo has sparked a wave of mixed reactions online, with viewers taking to X to share their
thoughts on the Tamil crime thriller. Streaming now on Amazon Prime Video, the film was promoted as a thrilling murder mystery led by a determined female protagonist. While many praised the film's technical finesse and Sobhita’s powerful screen presence, a section of the audience also felt the narrative failed to deliver the tension and payoff expected from the genre, particularly in the climax.
Cheekatilo X Review: Sobhita gets praised but...
Early reactions suggest that Cheekatilo impresses visually but struggles to maintain narrative grip. One viewer wrote, “Not a great film. The writing was weak and unconvincing, and the twist in the climax didn't really land. However, the performances and cinematography were excellent!” This sentiment was echoed by others who felt that despite strong acting and polished visuals, the storytelling lacked depth and surprise.
Another user questioned the film’s core premise, writing and wrote, "A timepass #CrimeThriller movie that you can watch while you're eating." (translated in English from Tamil). The comment reflects a broader criticism that the film leans more toward a casual watch than a gripping investigative thriller.
A third reaction was more blunt in its assessment of the film’s suspense quotient. "Barely anything to thrill. Cheekatilo has good OTT production, but the thrills are almost nonexistent. Female lead’s unconvincing investigation and a familiar final reveal make it an unimpressive attempt at a crime thriller. Just for a lazy OTT evening, nothing more."
More about Cheekatilo
Slow-burn mystery film Cheekatilo follows Sandhya (Sobhita Dhulipala), a TV reporter unhappy with her routine job of covering mundane news. Seeking purpose, she launches a podcast with her friend Bobby, and begins to crack unsolved crime cases.
However, when Bobby is brutally murdered, Sandhya is pulled into a chilling investigation. With assistance from a cop played by Krishna Chaitanya, she begins connecting the dots, eventually figuring out that a serial killer is behind the crime, and that he has been active for decades. The film shows Sandhya’s investigation as she pieces together clues to expose the truth.
