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Shane Nigam Shines In 'Balti': Social Media Hails The High-Octane Kabaddi Action Thriller

One viewer wrote on X that Balti is a perfect Kabaddi-backed action thriller set on the Kerala–Tamil Nadu border, powered by fiery fights, slick making, and Sai Abhyankkar’s score.

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Shane Nigam Shines In 'Balti': Social Media Hails The High-Octane Kabaddi Action Thriller

Shane Nigam Shines In 'Balti': Social Media Hails The High-Octane Kabaddi Action Thriller

Balti, a 2025 Malayalam sports action film written and directed by debutant Unni Sivalingam, hit theatres today. Produced by STK Frames and Binu George Alexander Productions, the film is shot simultaneously in Malayalam and Tamil, and features Shane Nigam, Shanthanu Bhagyaraj, Preethi Asrani, Alphonse Puthren, and Selvaraghavan in the lead roles.

The music is composed by Sai Abhyankkar, with cinematography by Alex J Pulikkal and editing handled by Shivkumar V. Panicker. Now, let’s look at what social media is saying about Shane Nigam’s performance and the film so far.

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One viewer wrote on X that Balti is a perfect Kabaddi-backed action thriller set on the Kerala–Tamil Nadu border, powered by fiery fights, slick making, and Sai Abhyankkar’s score. They added that Shane Nigam steals the show, Shanthanu shines, and debutant director Unni Sivalingam impresses, calling the film a sure-shot box office winner.

Another viewer commented on Balti  that the first half is decent to good, noting that the movie takes some time to get on track and that the Malayalam dubbing and dialogues felt a bit off at times.

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However, they mentioned that from the hotel sketch episode onward, the film really picks up, with the action sequences described as superb. They also highlighted Alphonse Puthren’s character, Soda Babu, as a standout, particularly in the second half.

A Moviegoer on X commented that Balti is a mass entertainer set on the Kerala–Tamil Nadu border, praising the kabaddi sequences and action scenes as exciting, further elevated by Sai Abhyankkar’s energetic score. They noted that Shane Nigam and the rest of the cast delivered strong performances. While the second half felt somewhat familiar, the film’s overall making and technical quality make it a solid watch.

Another reviewer tweeted about Balti, calling it a “raw, no-filter actioner” that hits hard right from the start. They praised Shane Nigam for completely owning the screen, noting that his fight sequences carry a unique, raw energy that only he can deliver. They also gave a big shoutout to Sai Abhyankkar for the music, saying the score elevates every punch and emotional moment in the film.

 

 

 

 

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