Yami Gautam’s big-screen release, Balaji Mohan’s fantasy film Nayyi Navelli, draws largely negative reactions from critics and audiences. Multiple outlets describe the movie as failing to deliver on its horror-comedy and supernatural premise, with reviewers citing problems in storytelling, tone, and overall execution.
Critics say the film’s blend of comedy, horror and a religious/mythological backdrop does not come together smoothly. NDTV and Scroll.in focus on issues such as unclear logic and distracting elements, including dialogue overpowering action. The Free Press Journal and NDTV both state that while the concept looks promising, the screenplay and narration feel weak, and the film falls short of the entertainment expected from its genre and cast.
Where audiences engage most is on X (Twitter), with users calling it “disappointing” and “tedious,” and others pointing to the movie’s underwhelming thrills and laughs. Still, some reviewers single out performances—particularly Gautam’s dramatic scenes—and mention that certain moments, music or background score elements work better than the overall film.
The film’s box-office performance is not yet established, with one outlet noting limited advance booking and awaiting first-day figures.
