Thalapathy Vijay's "The GOAT" Faces Mixed Reactions and Plagiarism Controversy

Thalapathy Vijay's film The Greatest Of All Time released last Friday to mixed reviews.

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Despite poor reception, the film has posted solid numbers within Tamil Nadu, showcasing Vijay’s stardom

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Directed by Venkat Prabhu, the film is now in the news for plagiarism allegations.

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Some netizens claim that the climax is lifted from the 2018 English film Final Score.

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In Final Score, football plays a key role, but The GOAT uses cricket in its climax.

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Adding a twist to the story, The GOAT includes cricketer M. S. Dhoni in a key role.

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Fans are waiting to see how the makers will respond to these plagiarism accusations.

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Yuvan Shankar Raja composed the music, and Meenakshi Chaudhary stars as the female lead.

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The GOAT blends sci-fi drama with action and sports, catering to a diverse audience.

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Stay tuned for more updates on the box office performance and the plagiarism controversy!

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