South Indian cinema superstar Ram Charan’s much-awaited film ‘Game Changer’ is a political thriller which promises to entertain the audience with powerful action, emotional story and social message. Directed by renowned director Shankar, the film showcases power, corruption and a common man’s struggle to bring about a change. The film stars Kiara Advani in the lead role, and S. Thaman’s music makes it even more impressive. Will ‘Game Changer’ really bring about a change in the cinema world as per its name? Let’s find out in this review.
| Title | Game Changer |
| Director | Shankar |
| Lead Actors | Ram Charan, Kiara Advani |
| Genre | Political Thriller, Action, Drama |
| Music | S. Thaman |
| Producer | Dil Raju |
| Production House | Sri Venkateswara Creations |
| Language | Telugu (Dubbed in multiple languages) |
| Release Date | 2024 (Expected) |
Story of Game Changer
The film Game Changer is a political thriller that focuses on corruption, justice and the fight for change. The story revolves around an honest and fiery young man named Arjun (Ram Charan) who stands up against the injustice and corruption in his society. Arjun comes from a middle-class family and has strong beliefs in his ideals. He is academically brilliant and has a strong personality who has no interest in politics.
But when his father, who was an honest government officer, is killed due to a conspiracy of corrupt politicians and officials, Arjun’s life changes completely. His father’s dream was to establish honesty and justice in the society, but the corrupt system suppressed his voice.
Instead of being devastated by his father’s death, Arjun sees it as a new beginning. He decides that if he wants to change the system, he has to become a part of it. He enters politics and starts winning the trust of the public with his ideas and actions. However, his journey is not easy. Corrupt politicians and mafia try their best to stop him.
Kira Advani’s character is shown as Arjun’s ally and source of inspiration in the story. She is a journalist who works to expose the truth of society. Arjun and Kiara meet and vow to fight against corruption together.
As Arjun progresses in politics, he faces many conspiracies and threats. The opposing leaders make false allegations against him, try to defame him, and even plan to kill him. But Arjun faces every challenge with his wit and courage.
The climax of the story is thrilling, where Arjun starts a new era by winning the election with the support of the public. He fulfills his father’s dream and proves that even a single person can bring about a change if his willpower is strong. Game Changer is not just a political film, but it is the story of people who have the courage to bring about change. This film inspires the audience that if society has to be improved, then just complaining will not help, but one has to come forward and initiate the change.
Review of movie
Introduction:
‘Game Changer’ is a 2025 Indian Telugu-language political action film directed by S. Shankar. It is his first Telugu film and is produced by Dil Raju under Sri Venkateswara Creations. The film stars Ram Charan in the lead role, playing a dual role. He is accompanied by Kiara Advani, Anjali, S. J. Suryah, Srikanth, Sunil, Jayaram and Samuthirakani in pivotal roles.
Production and release:
The film was officially announced in February 2021, and its title was announced as ‘Game Changer’ in March 2023. Principal photography of the film began in October 2021 and ended in July 2024 due to various delays. The shooting was done in various locations in India as well as Japan, China, Malaysia, Cambodia and New Zealand. Music is given by Thaman S, while cinematography is done by Tirru and editing is done by Shameer Muhammad and Ruben.
The film released on 10 January 2025 on the occasion of Sankranti. However, it received mixed reviews from critics and audiences and turned out to be Shankar’s second major failure at the box office. Ram Nandan passes the UPSC exam and becomes a District Magistrate and gets posted in Visakhapatnam. However, on the way he is attacked by his former college rival “Sand” Simha, who is involved in illegal sand mining and enjoys the patronage of Minister Bobbili Mopidevi.
Mopidevi is the son of Chief Minister Bobbili Satya Murthy and the younger brother of Home Minister Bobbili Munimankayam. He has ambitions of becoming the Chief Minister, but is worried about his elder brother’s seniority. Ram warns all the corrupt people after taking charge, but when they don’t listen to him, he takes action against the illegal activities.
Earlier, Ram was an MBBS student, but his anger towards injustice grew stronger. Unfortunately, Ram misses the IAS cutoff by six marks and becomes an IPS, causing Deepika to separate from him. Later, he takes the exam again and becomes an IAS officer. Years later, Ram finds Deepika in an old age home and they rekindle their love. Meanwhile, during one of Satya Murthy’s public rallies, an old woman, Parvati, exposes his past crimes, causing Satya Murthy to suffer a heart attack and die.
This gives Mopidevi a chance to become the Chief Minister. Ram is suspended and arrested on false charges. Before Satya Murthy dies, he nominates Ram for the post of Chief Minister. Ram later learns that he is actually the son of Appanna, the founder of the Abhudayam Party, who was betrayed and killed by Satya Murthy and his associates. Ram decides to reveal the truth and contest the elections. Eventually, the elections are held fairly and the people make the Abhudayam party victorious. Ram becomes the new Chief Minister and begins a new era against corruption.