Varisu
Vijay Rajendran is a happy to-go lucky man. Things change when his father becomes terminally ill, and he is left to manage his business empire.
Directed by Vamshi Paidipally · Action · Comedy · Drama · 169 min · 2023
Director
Vamshi Paidipally
Writer
screenplay = Vamshi Paidipally, Vivek
Studio
Sri Venkateswara Creations / PVP Cinema
Release
11 Jan 2023
Runtime
169 min
Genres
Action, Comedy, Drama
Full Plot
Vijay, the youngest son of a wealthy entrepreneur, is disowned for refusing to join the family business. Years later, his father reveals he has terminal cancer and names one of his two elder sons as successor before his death. Vijay returns home to find his brothers' dark secrets and must navigate their sabotage to claim his rightful place as successor.
Cast & Characters
Joseph Vijay
Divya
Rashmika Mandanna
Jai Rajendran
Srikanth
Sudha Rajendran
Jayasudha
Did You Know?
Joseph Vijay appears in 12 films in our catalog, including Thalaivaa, The Greatest of All Time.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
The film received mixed reviews from critics.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
On 26 September 2021, Vijay's 66th film as lead actor was announced with the working title Thalapathy 66.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
Varisu holds 5.9/10 on IMDb (40,315 votes).
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 5, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
United Kingdom
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (5.9/10 on IMDb (40,315 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Varisu's IMDb rating?+
Varisu has a 5.9/10 rating on IMDb from 40,315 votes.
Is Varisu good? What are critics saying?+
Varisu holds 5.9/10 on IMDb (40,315 votes).
How long is Varisu?+
Varisu has a runtime of 169 min.
Who directed Varisu?+
Varisu was directed by Vamshi Paidipally.
Where can I watch Varisu?+
Varisu is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Prime Video, Sun Nxt, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Varisu received mixed reviews from critics, with a majority praising lead actor Vijay's performance. Some reviewers found the film predictable but enjoyable, while others criticized its lack of originality and formulaic plot. A few critics noted that the movie excelled in certain aspects, such as its music and emotional scenes.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
