Some viewers found the second half of the movie to be formulaic and dull compared to the intriguing setup of the first half. Critical Reception Rotten Tomatoes: The film holds a critics' score of approximately , with many citing the "intrinsic dullness" of the script. Box Office:
Despite the reviews, it was a commercial success, grossing over $300 million worldwide and receiving two Academy Award nominations for its technical achievements. A Note on TamilYogi: passengers in tamilyogi
Much of the criticism centers on a major plot point involving consent. Many reviewers felt the film glossed over a "problematic" and "disturbing" decision made by the male lead, turning a potential psychological thriller into a "cheesy romance". Some viewers found the second half of the