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    Gandhi talks Twitter review: Netizens impressed with Vijay Sethupathi, Aditi Rao Hydari starrer silent film; fans call it 'visually appealing' and 'spellbinding'

    Vijay Sethupathi and Aditi Rao Hydari’s Gandhi Talks hit theatres on Friday, January 29, and early reactions indicate strong applause and positive reviews from initial screenings. The film has drawn attention for its unique, dialogue-free format, offering audiences a fresh cinematic experience. Here are some early reactions from netizens on X.

    M Snehanjali
    January 30, 2026 / 08:37 IST
    Soon after the film’s release, viewers took to X to share their reactions and reviews of the Vijay Sethupathi-led silent film.
    Snapshot AI
    • Silent film "Gandhi Talks" starring Vijay Sethupathi gets positive reviews
    • The film is praised for its unique no-dialogue format and strong performances
    • AR Rahman's music and the film's message received special acclaim from viewers

    Vijay Sethupathi and Aditi Rao Hydari’s film Gandhi Talks released in theatres on Friday, January 29, and early reactions suggest it is already receiving widespread applause and positive reviews from initial screenings. The much-anticipated film is drawing attention for its uniqueness, as it features no dialogue, offering audiences a fresh and unconventional cinematic experience.

    Directed by Kishor Pandurang Belekar, the film’s narrative follows Vijay Sethupathi’s character, who looks after an elderly woman in a Mumbai slum and requires Rs 50,000 to secure a government job. Parallelly, the story also tracks a wealthy tycoon-builder who is cornered by his rivals, leading to the seizure of his properties and pushing him into deep financial trouble. As both characters grapple with their individual hardships, their lives eventually intersect at a pivotal moment.

    Soon after the film’s release, viewers took to X to share their reactions and reviews of the Vijay Sethupathi-led silent film.

    Here are some of the early reactions from netizens on X:

    One user praised the natural performances in the film.

    "#VijaySethupathi excels with a deeply naturalistic performance. Whether it is emotional scenes, his romantic moments with #AditiRaoHydari, or even his dancing, everything feels effortless and endearing. His appearance as Lord Krishna is especially interesting and visually appealing."

    Another user gave 3.5 stars. The review read, "#GandhiTalks [3.5/5] : A good silent film.. A Thriller with a message..@VijaySethuOffl plays a youth who is looking for a job.. @aditiraohydari plays his love interest..@thearvindswami is a rich a business-man with financial issues..The story is about how VJS - AS lives interact..No Dialogues.. @arrahman music more than compensates not having dialogues..The beautiful message gives a good satisfaction..Go for this unique experience!"

    A user calls the film 'sspellbinding'.

    The review read, "SPELLBINDING - 3.25/5 It is a thoughtfully crafted drama where two contrasting worlds collide at a decisive moment. One man struggles for dignity and survival, the other battles the collapse of power and privilege. Their intersection gives the film its emotional and narrative weight."

    Another fan spoke about the concept of being a silent film works.

    "#VijaySethupathi’s Silences Speak To Us In #GandhiTalks

    Rating: **** Our cinema is so verbose and over-saturated with dialogues that just the idea of a film that does away words completely is a treat to our agitated senses."

    In the array of positive reactions, a X user not only applauded the film but also gave special mention to AR Rahman's music score in Gandhi Talks.

    "Just now first half done #GandhiTalks truly impressed pure magic on big screen, aaa love track and main AR Rahaman sir fantastic BGM and job interview scene."

    One user wrote, "#GandhiTalks -A SILENT CINEMA Its Shows That Not Only Characters But ScreenPlay Speak. A Brave Attempt. Based On Gandhi Ideology It Gives A Life-Long Message. #VijaySethupathi @thearvindswami & #SiddharthJadhav Shine. #ARRahman’s Music Is Top Notch.π—₯π—”π—§π—œπ—‘π—š-3.5/5"

    One fan stated that film leaves "an impact" on the viewers.

    "#GandhiTalks is getting a very positive response right from its premiers and yes it is Super movie. A bold and truly great attempt that leaves a solid impact Kudos to the entire team for pulling this off with such conviction #GandhiTalks"

    The early reactions from fans have been overwhelmingly positive for Gandhi Talks following its release. Given the strong praise the film has received within just a few hours of hitting theatres, it is expected to perform well at the box office.

    M Snehanjali
    M Snehanjali is a Sub Editor and journalist with over two years of experience covering general news and entertainment in digital newsroom.
    first published: Jan 30, 2026 08:37 am

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