'Maargan' OTT Review: Vijay Antony Delivers A Gritty Crime Thriller With Twists And Turns

After a month at the box office, the much-talked-about Tamil crime thriller, Maargan has finally made its digital debut. The movie was directed by first-time filmmaker, Leo John Paul and was released in theatres on June 27, 2025. Now it is all ready to entertain the audience once again with its OTT release.

Maargan OTT release: Where to watch?

Maargan is now officially available for streaming on major OTT platforms. In India, the film began streaming on Amazon Prime Video from July 25, 2025. For an international audience, it is available on Tentkotta, a global OTT platform that is known for its Tamil content. Tentkotta confirmed the release on their social media handles with the caption: "When shadows speak, the devil listens… #Maargan – The Black Devil is ready to rise and reign!" 

Maargan is a dark and twisted crime investigation story

Maargan stars Vijay Antony as ADGP, 'Dhruv Guvarak', who is a seasoned police officer based in Mumbai. He is tasked with solving a series of mysterious murder cases involving deaths of young women. As he digs deeper into the case, he discovers that all the victims have one strange thing in common: their bodies turn black after death. The cause for this is a mysterious drug injected into them.

This 'blackening muder case' is the film's central plot, with the unknown substance being referred to as the 'Black Devil.' As the officer follows the trail of murders, the investigation becomes more and more complex, drawing him deeper into a world of shadows, secrets, and a killer who seems to be always one step ahead.

Vijay Antony's performance in Maargan is intense and controlled

Vijay Antony is an actor appreciated for his calm and impactful screen presence. Same is the case in Maargan, as well, where he delivers a strong performance in the role of lead investigator. As reported by critics, his portrayal of a police officer who is surrounded by the dark nature of the crimes he is investigating feels real and layered. Vijay's phenomenal acting makes the audience root for his character as the mystery slowly unfolds. In addition to acting, he has also composed the music for the film, that has enhances the dark mood of the thriller.

Maargan has an impressive supporting cast

Alongside Vijay Antony, Maargan features an ensemble cast including Ajay Dhishan, Kumar Natarajan, P. Samuthirakani, Ramachandran Durairaj, Mahanadi Shankar, Vinod Sagar, Adithya Kathir, and Ajith Koshi. The film is produced by Meera Vijay Antony under the Vijay Antony Film Corporation banner. This ensemble cast adds to the nuanced plot and storyline of the film.

Audience Reaction to Maargan

Fans response to Maargan has been mixed. Many have praised the intriguing storyline and Vijay Antony's performance. A user took X(formely Twitter) and commented, "Screenplay is quite engaging with a suspense factor from start to end," another user commented, "Vijay Antony and Ajay Dishan shine in Maargan!" However, a section of the audience called the movie somewhat confusing and a little disconnected. Majority consensus neverthless praised the film and lauded the actors for their performances.

Maargan, is a must-watch for crime thriller fans

If you're a fan of dark crime dramas with a psychological edge, Maargan is a worth watch for you. Critics have reportedly claimed while it may not be a perfect film, its unique storyline, suspenseful investigation, and Vijay's performance all together make it a solid thriller. Now that it's streaming, audiences who missed it in theatres can finally catch the suspense unfold from the comfort of their homes.

Have you watched Maargan yet?

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