Is Pawan Kalyan’s OG Ripped From Upendra’s Kabzaa? Here’s the Truth
Since the release of Pawan Kalyan’s OG teaser, comparisons with Upendra’s Kabzaa (2023) have flooded social media. Both films feature stylish gangsters, intense visuals, and high-octane action sequences, leading fans to question: Is OG inspired by Kabzaa?
Here’s a detailed look at the facts, reactions, and the truth behind the buzz.
Similarities: Style Over Story
At first glance, OG and Kabzaa share some visual and stylistic elements:
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Gritty underworld backdrops
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Dark, sepia-toned cinematography
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Fast-paced action sequences
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Dialogue-driven drama with larger-than-life characters
However, experts emphasize that visual similarities don’t equate to copying. Genre conventions in gangster films often produce overlapping aesthetics.
OG: An Original Story
Directed by Sujeeth, OG stars Pawan Kalyan as a formidable underworld don with a mysterious past. According to the team, OG is a completely original story, inspired by Mumbai’s crime world and global gangster films, not Kabzaa.
Industry insiders confirm that the OG script was finalized in 2022, before Kabzaa’s release. While both films share gangster elements, OG’s storyline, characters, and narrative arcs are entirely unique.
Kabzaa: A Period Crime Epic
Kabzaa, directed by R. Chandru, was a post-independence gangster drama spanning decades (1940s–1980s). Its visual tone leaned heavily on the KGF-style mass entertainer, making it a period crime saga, unlike OG’s contemporary urban setting.
The only overlap between the films is in style and cinematic genre, not story or characters.
🗣️ Fans and Critics React
Social media reactions have been mixed:
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X (Twitter) users highlighted the similar dark visuals.
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Critics defended OG, pointing out, “A gangster film’s style doesn’t mean plagiarism. OG has its own narrative.”
Film critic Shyam Prasad wrote:
“OG is Sujeeth’s homage to gangster cinema. Pawan Kalyan’s charisma and the film’s storyline are unique. There’s no evidence it was copied from Kabzaa.”
Trending Now: Fan Reactions & Social Media Buzz
The OG-Kabzaa comparison is trending across social media platforms:
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Twitter/X Hashtags:
#OGvsKabzaa,#PawanKalyanOG,#TollywoodAction -
Fans are debating:
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“OG looks so stylish! But reminds me of Kabzaa’s gangster vibes.”
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“Every gangster film has its tropes. OG is clearly original!”
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Instagram & Threads: Short video edits comparing action sequences from both films are going viral, boosting fan engagement.
Polls conducted on Twitter by fan pages show:
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60% believe OG is original
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25% feel it borrows visuals from Kabzaa
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15% are unsure
This discussion has only increased curiosity ahead of OG’s release, highlighting Pawan Kalyan’s enduring star power.
Verdict: OG Stands Alone
Despite superficial similarities in style, OG is not ripped from Kabzaa. The overlap is limited to visual aesthetics and genre conventions, while story, characters, and execution are unique. Fans can expect a fresh, contemporary gangster drama with OG, showcasing Pawan Kalyan’s charisma and Sujeeth’s storytelling.
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