Baby John Twitter Review: Starring Varun Dhawan, Keerthy Suresh, and Wamiqa Gabbi, Baby John hit theaters this Christmas. Directed by Atlee, the film is a remake of the 2016 Tamil blockbuster Theri, which featured Vijay, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, and Amy Jackson in lead roles. Here’s how fans reacted to the action-drama on X (formerly Twitter).
Fans Praise Varun Dhawan’s Performance
Positive reviews highlighted how Varun Dhawan aptly portrayed his role, complemented by Thaman S’s impactful music.
One user wrote, “Baby John has ‘love, pain, and action.’ Varun nailed his father/cop role, Wamiqa added charm, Jackie Shroff was menacing as Nana, and the action is fire. Stylish BGM and stunning cinematography make it a perfect mass entertainer!”
Watched it first day first show @Varun_dvn You have killed it❤️❤️ The movie was mind blowing and specially the never seen before Baby John look of yours is @KeerthyOfficial @Atlee_dir #BabyJohnReview pic.twitter.com/Fr9vkTmDMF
— shubhika agrawal (@shubhikaagrawa2) December 25, 2024
Another user appreciated Salman Khan’s cameo and the film’s background score, stating:
“Salman Khan’s cameo in #BabyJohn is a complete paisa vasool sequence! The movie is 100 times better than Rohit Shetty’s Singham Universe. Thaman’s BGM peaked during the interval and climax. Best in the business for mass films!”
A fan of Varun tweeted, “First-day first show of @Varun_dvn’s Baby John! You were incredible. The film was mind-blowing, and your never-seen-before look was phenomenal.”
Theri Fans Prefer the Original
While Varun’s performance garnered praise, fans of Theri were nostalgic about the original.
One user shared, “#BabyJohnReview: Thalapathy Vijay is unforgettable in this role, but the elevation and BGM here are commendable. A remake, but the vibe remains.”
Another user added, “An honest and technically updated remake IMO. Watching Theri hampers the experience a bit, but Baby John is still enjoyable. The emotional bits are better than the original. Varun Dhawan and the cast were impressive.”
However, not everyone was impressed. A user criticized the remake, saying, “A poor remake of a cult classic. If you’ve seen Theri, you won’t like this. For those who haven’t, it’s a one-time watch. #BabyJohnReview.”
One fan lamented the lack of emotional depth in the remake:
“#BabyJohnReview: Even the choreography feels copy-pasted. Bollywood, welcome to mediocrity. The original had emotion; this one doesn’t. Save your money; it’s a flop.”
Another added to the debate by comparing the leads, “#KeerthySuresh can never match #Samantha’s grace.”
About Baby John
A remake of the Tamil hit Theri, Baby John tells the story of a police officer who goes into hiding to provide a safe environment for his daughter. However, his past catches up with him, forcing him to take action to protect her. The film also stars Zara Zyanna and Jackie Shroff in prominent roles.
