High expectations are raised by Vetri Maaran's name alone, and Viduthalai Part 1 easily exceeds them.

Setting the stage for an engaging encounter, the opening single-shot scene of the movie shows the aftermath of a train explosion.

The main confrontation in Viduthalai Part 1 is between the police force and a group of activists fighting to defend indigenous people and their resources.

Soori performs the role of Kumeresan, a police officer assigned to a delicate hilly area where the fighting is most violent.

Inadvertently saving the life of an indigenous woman as he gets to know the area earns him the fury of his superiors and exposes him to the violence of the local police unit.

The department starts the operation "Ghost Hunt," which aims to find The activist group's leader, Vaathiyaar (Vijay Sethupathi), stands in the way of their advancement.

As Vaathiyaar's whereabouts are unknown, Kumeresan asserts to have some leads.

As Kumeresan develops feelings for one of the tribal women (Bhavani Sre), the police force starts using force against the populace in an effort to apprehend Vaathiyaar.

Kumeresan, caught in the crossfire, is forced to chase Vaathiyaar in order to rescue several lives.

With Viduthalai Part 1, Vetri Maaran, who is renowned for his gripping writing and production, provides another captivating story.

The movie captivates the viewer with anxiety right away and leads them through a journey of powerful conflicts.

Despite the events leading up to the conflicts are simple, Vetri Maaran's idea behind projecting them is incredibly powerful, producing an adrenaline rush in the audience.

The action elements in the climactic scenes are expertly performed, and they seamlessly lead into Part 2.

A satisfying conclusion is provided by the small glimpses of Part 2, leaving viewers anxious to learn the facts and politics underlying the disputes.

Vetri Maaran's portrayal is impartial and presents both sides of the argument despite the fact that there are incidents of police abuse.

The cast is carefully chosen, with Soori fitting into his character with ease and Vijay Sethupathi providing a scary performance as Vaathiyaar with minimum screen time.

The background music in Ilaiyaraaja is a prominent element that totally immerses viewers in the setting and violent events of the movie.

Some scenes could be difficult to watch because of how brutally they are portrayed.

Although there are some occasional technical issues, given the size of the movie, they are acceptable.

The performances of other performers, such as Chethan, Rajiv Menon, and Gautham Menon, are helpful to the development of the movie.

In a few scenes, Bhavani Sre gives an intense performance that makes them particularly unforgettable.

With a running time of two and a half hours, Viduthalai Part 1 retains a steady tempo and engages viewers with high-tension scenes.

Audiences are enthusiastic for the sequel because it keeps loyal to Vetri Maaran's aesthetic and artistic vision.