Kanguva: Desperate Attempt By Filmmakers Lead To Reduced Runtime For Suriya Starrer

Suriya-starrer and Siva direction Kanguva hit big screens on November 14, 2024, but was met with mixed-to-negative reviews from critics and audiences. Since its release, film has been criticised for its overwhelming volume, with loud dialogue and music overshowing viewing experience. Some viewers were also disappointed by Disha Patani's limited screen time. In a new update, makers have opted to trim film and have begun re-censorship process just days after its release.

Kanguva got cut short amid b reviews

According to a report by Tellytalk, filmmakers have decided to shorten movie by 12 minutes from its original runtime. ditionally, report suggests that most of modern-day portions of film have been removed during cutting process. revisited runtime stands at 2 hours 22 minutes.

Recently, Neha, wife of movie's producer KE Gnanavel Raja, dressed criticism about Disha Patani’s limited screen time but it backfired bly.

Kanguva producer's wife’s controversial statement ds to failure

In a now-deleted tweet, producer's wife clarified that Angela's character isn't central focus of Kanguva, stating, "She can't dominate 2.5 hours of film! It's a basic role, so yes, she was re to look pretty!" She also expressed that while y welcome criticism, y won’t tolerate targeted propaganda. Later, netizens trolled her.

In a similar vein, Jyotika, actress and wife of Suriya, also defended film. She shared a post on social media, praising movie. Jyotika me it clear that she was speaking as a cinema enthusiast, not as spouse of le actor, while acknowledging criticisms, especially regarding first half-hour and sound quality.

However, she praised Suriya’s performance, sharing how proud she is of actor he has become. Jyotika also commended overall quality of film, describing it as "an absolute cinematic experience" and stood firm against negative reviews.