Revolver Rita Movie Review: Keerthy Suresh Crime Comedy Entertains in Theatres

Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu, India: Keerthy Suresh’s heroine-led film Revolver Rita has finally hit the screens, albeit after a long wait. Let’s dive into how this crime comedy, directed by J.K. Chandru, fares.

Following her Telugu film Dasara, Keerthy Suresh struggled to find a hit. Earlier this year, Uppu Kapparambu released directly on OTT platforms, leaving her fans hoping for a bigger theatrical success. All eyes were on Revolver Rita, a project that had been completed two years ago but faced multiple delays. Rumors of an OTT release circulated, but the film eventually premiered in Tamil and Telugu cinemas last Friday.

Revolver Rita revolves around the theme of karma and unfolds entirely in Pondicherry. The story begins with Jayasimha Reddy, who travels from Andhra Pradesh to Pondicherry, only to clash with the local don, Dracula Pandian (Super Subbarayan). After the underworld punishes him, his younger brother Reddy (Ajay Ghosh) seeks revenge. Fifteen years later, Pandian’s son Bobby (Sunil) rises as a new underworld figure. Meanwhile, Pandian, obsessed with women, meets an unexpected fate, but not at the hands of enemies—Rita (Keerthy Suresh) and her mother Challamma (Radhika Sarath Kumar) are unknowingly involved.

The duo faces a hilarious dilemma when they accidentally end up with Pandian’s corpse, the most feared don of Pondicherry. How they navigate this chaos, evade Bobby, Reddy, and the police officer Kamaraj forms the crux of the story.

Films centered on accidental deaths and hiding corpses are not new—Priyamani’s Bhama Kalapam also explored a similar premise. Yet, crime comedies continue to entertain audiences through humor and engaging storytelling, even if the plot stretches logic. Compared to her recent films, Revolver Rita stands out for keeping viewers engaged from start to finish. Director Chandru cleverly connects Rita’s childhood trauma to the present-day crime, adding depth to the comedy.

Although the storyline is relatively simple, the performances elevate the film. Keerthy Suresh brings charm and energy to the screen, even though the film was shot three years ago. Radhika Sarath Kumar shines as her mother with impeccable comic timing. Redin Kingsley adds further humor, while Ajay Ghosh’s serious portrayal of Reddy keeps the audience entertained. Sunil impresses with his body language and presence, John Vijay delivers a solid performance as a police inspector, and Shaun Ronald’s background score complements Praveen K’s music. Cinematography by Dinesh B. Krishnan and editing by L. ensure smooth storytelling.

Initially, the Tamil release was planned by Rajesh Danda under the Comedy Movies banner, produced by Sudhan Sundaram and Jagadish Palaniswami. However, the film’s release changed hands to distributor Kumar. Due to the long delay, audience interest had dipped, but those watching without high expectations are likely to enjoy it. For some, the film may be better experienced on OTT rather than in theatres.