The much-awaited Tamil horror comedy, Devil’s Double Next Level (also called DD Next Level), starring Santhanam in the lead role, has finally hit the big screens today, May 16. This movie is the sequel to DD Returns and the fourth installment in the popular Dhilluku Dhuddu franchise. Fans of Santhanam’s unique comic style are flocking to theatres to catch this latest release.
What is DD Next Level About?
Directed by Prem Anand, DD Next Level is a comedy-horror spoof. The film has a meta-film concept where a YouTube critic enters a movie that combines different genres to save his family. It is Santhanam’s first movie release after a year, and many viewers were excited to see his brand of humor on screen again.
Mixed Reactions From Twitter Fans
The film received mixed reviews on Twitter, with some viewers enjoying parts of the movie, while others felt it did not fully deliver on either comedy or horror.
One Twitter user shared, “The film relies heavily on a layered screenplay. There are 3-4 funny scenes, especially the chemistry between Santhanam and Rajendran works well. However, the much-anticipated Maaran comedy was only average, and other comedy parts did not stand out.”
Another fan described the movie as “a horror spoof and a movie within a movie. The comedy works only in parts. Santhanam as the reviewer finally makes sense in the climax.”
Some viewers praised the film’s entertainment value, saying, “It’s a fun horror flick with a different plot, thanks to director Prem Anand’s touch. Good family entertainment.”
However, not all reactions were positive. One critic tweeted, “The makers seem confused between telling a unique story and making the audience laugh. They fail at both. The humor is very limited.”
DD Next Level brings back Santhanam’s comedy in a horror setting, but the film’s attempt to balance satire and laughter received mixed feedback. Fans can still enjoy some entertaining moments, especially the interaction between the lead actors, while waiting to see if the sequel hinted at the end lives up to expectations.
