Released on 13 January 2021, Master marked Vijay’s return to theaters during the pandemic era and became a major box-office event. The story revolves around J.D., a troubled professor sent to reform juvenile inmates, only to face Bhavani, a merciless gangster controlling the system from within. Director Lokesh Kanagaraj blends action, emotion, and social realism, giving the film a gritty tone while retaining mass appeal. Vijay delivers a charismatic performance, while Vijay Sethupathi’s cold and layered antagonist earned widespread praise. Supported by Anirudh’s chart-topping soundtrack and stylish action sequences, Master received mixed-to-positive reviews but massive audience support, emerging as one of the highest-grossing South Indian films of its year.
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Despite COVID-19 restrictions and 50% theatre occupancy, Master crossed ₹200 crore worldwide, proving Vijay’s unmatched box-office pull and becoming one of the biggest pandemic-era successes in Indian cinema.
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