Rajini and Myna decide to elope and begin their life together, relying on a ‘thaali’ Rajini impulsively steals: unaware that it is tied to a tragic past. Their marriage takes a disturbing turn when Myna begins to show strange, aggressive behavior, eventually revealing possession by Ponnarasi, a spirit seeking justice for her long-buried suffering. To save Myna, Rajini teams up with his close friends and a priest, uncovering the truth behind the cursed thaali and facing the haunting tied to Ponnarasi’s story.
The film opens on a lively and engaging note. Rajini and Myna’s elopement sets up a spirited beginning, while the mysterious origins of the stolen thaali slowly seep into the narrative. The first half balances humor and tension effectively, building intrigue as subtle supernatural disturbances begin to appear. Myna’s shifts in behavior are handled with a sense of controlled suspense, hinting at a deeper emotional trauma tied to Ponnarasi’s story.
The second half dives more directly into the horror track, revealing the full weight of Ponnarasi’s tragic past. While a few stretches manage to create genuine tension, the screenplay also falters due to uneven pacing and tonal inconsistency. The blend of horror and comedy becomes less cohesive, and some sequences feel predictable. However, portions involving Rajini’s emotional struggle and the spirit’s motivations help the latter half regain sporadic momentum, leading to a moderately engaging climax.
The lead pair holds the viewer’s attention through committed performances. Rajini portrays desperation and concern with conviction, especially in scenes where he attempts to pull Myna back from the spiritual conflict. Myna’s portrayal during the possession phases adds a layer of intensity to the proceedings. The supporting cast of Mottai Rajendran, Munish Kanth, Cool Suresh provides bursts of humor and energy, though the writing limits their scope to functional contributions rather than fully fleshed-out roles.
Rajini Gang strives to merge humor, horror, and emotional drama under a single narrative arc. While the core premise is intriguing and the emotional undercurrent of Ponnarasi’s backstory adds depth, the execution remains uneven. The film offers moments of suspense and sentiment but is held back by familiar tropes, fluctuating pacing, and a less cohesive second half. Despite these shortcomings, it remains a watchable supernatural entertainer for audiences seeking a light mix of scares and emotion, though it falls short of delivering a consistently gripping experience.