3 critics on Orijinal: 3 positive. Every verdict quoted, with ratings and links to the full reviews.
3 critics have reviewed Orijinal so far. By our reading of each review, 3 positive. Below, every critic's verdict in their own words, with the rating where they gave one and a link to the full review.
Critics at a glance
The Hindu
"Orijinal is a time travel film where the human story is more intriguing than the time travel"
Also: "Though the film remains intriguing and engaging until the third act, things become a little convoluted towards the end"
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Cinema Express
"Orijinal may stumble in developing some of its ideas, but it remains an enjoyable watch and a promising debut"
Also: "Sreenath Bhasi is the film's real asset. Playing two versions of the same man could easily have been a chore, but he gives each Rijin a very different character"
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Mathrubhumi English: 3/5
"Orijinal’ is a commendable debut that tries something different without making the audience work unnecessarily hard to follow it"
Also: "Sreenath Bhasi's performance, Electronic Kili's music and Ramees' approach to the subject make it an engaging watch"
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Updated 24 October 2026. CutMirchi does not review films itself: this page gathers published critics' reviews, quoted word for word and linked, and is updated as more arrive. "Verdict" is our one-word reading of each review; ratings are as each outlet printed them.
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