"Jack" (2025), directed by Bommarillu Baskar, is a Telugu-language action thriller that struggles to deliver on its promising premise. Starring Sidhu Jonnalagadda, Vaishnavi Chaitanya, and Prakash Raj, the film follows an unconventional anti-terrorist operative racing to thwart a devastating attack. While the concept hints at high stakes and quirky humor—teased by its tagline "Konchem Crack"—the execution falters. Critics have been harsh, with Wikipedia noting "extremely negative reviews" and an IMDb rating of 5.5/10 reflecting audience disappointment. The screenplay, co-written by Baskar and Bala Ganesh K, has been criticized for lackluster writing and pacing, failing to capitalize on the cast's potential. Jonnalagadda’s charisma and Raj’s gravitas are underutilized, leaving little emotional depth or memorable action sequences. Visually, the film has moments of flair, as seen in its Netflix poster, but these are overshadowed by a disjointed narrative that struggles to blend action and comedy effectively. Grossing just $41,738 worldwide, per IMDb, its theatrical run was underwhelming, prompting an early OTT release on Netflix by May 1, 2025. "Jack" might appeal to die-hard fans of the genre, but for most, it’s a missed opportunity that fails to leave a lasting impact.
