'HIT 3' releases; Find out who is the actor playing the lead in 'HIT: The Fourth Case'
The much-anticipated film '
HIT: The Third Case
' has been released in theatres today. The
crime thriller
stars
Nani
as
Arjun
Sarkaar, in the latest instalment. The film also includes some surprising elements, as the makers confirmed yet another chapter to the franchise and left the fans with delight as they revealed the face of the next part at the end of the film.
Spoiler alert
A major highlight that surprised audiences was a special cameo by actor
Karthi
, which confirmed rumors that had been swirling before the release. Just as Nani appeared in 'HIT 2' to connect the franchise, Karthi's brief but impactful appearance in 'HIT 3' sets the stage for '
HIT: The Fourth Case
', where he will take on the lead role as Rathnavel Pandian.
The fans have been sharing clips and expressing their enthusiasm for the next installment on social media.
Meanwhile, Nani's portrayal of Arjun Sarkaar is being widely appreciated for its intensity, marking a new, darker avatar for the actor. The film's sharp screenplay, realistic action sequences, and atmospheric cinematography were well received by the audiences.
Intense and surprising climax
In the climax of HIT: The Third Case, fans were thrilled to spot a special cameo by
Adivi Sesh
, who played the lead in the second installment of the
HIT franchise
. During the film's pre-release event, Sesh himself praised the last 30 minutes of the movie, calling it stunning and full of surprises.
'HIT: The Third Case' opened to mixed but generally positive reviews. Fans praised Nani's intense and gritty portrayal of Arjun Sarkaar, a tough officer investigating a series of brutal murders across India. Fans appreciated the film's technical aspects, including realistic action choreography, and cinematography.
The film's violence and mature content earned it an 'A' certificate.
After its theatrical release, it will be streaming on Netflix in multiple languages.
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