Not just MS Dhoni, Thalapathy Vijay starrer pays tribute to Shah Rukh Khan, Tom Cruise and other big stars? Deets inside

Thalapathy Vijay’s much-anticipated film GOAT (Greatest of All Time) has finally hit the big screens, creating a lot of buzz among fans and critics. As Vijay’s second-to-last movie before he steps into politics, there was a lot of excitement around the release. The action-packed film, directed by Venkat Prabhu, showcases Vijay in dual roles and has been grabbing attention since its debut. While it received mixed reviews, Vijay’s star power remains undeniable. Also Read – GOAT: MS Dhoni’s cameo in Thalapathy Vijay’s film receives exciting reactions, but here’s a twist!

Earlier, we reported that GOAT has a special cameo featuring none other than cricket legend MS Dhoni. In a unique way, Dhoni is seen in an archive clip during an Indian Premier League match between Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians. His presence, along with Rajinikanth’s theme music from Padaiyappa, has been a delightful surprise for the audience. Also Read – GOAT box office collection day 2: Thalapathy Vijay’s action flick faces a huge drop, will weekend change its fate?

But what if we told our entertainment news readers that the film goes beyond just Dhoni’s cameo? GOAT pays homage to some of the biggest names in cinema, from Tamil superstar Rajinikanth to Bollywood’s romance king Shah Rukh Khan and even Hollywood’s action legend Tom Cruise. Also Read – GOAT: Thalapathy Vijay was NOT the first choice for Greatest Of All Time? Here’s how he beat these two superstars to bag the role

In one fun scene, the classic song Kaathalin Deepam Ondru from Rajinikanth’s film Thambikku Entha Ooru is used during a comedic moment. As reported by News 18, another Rajini reference happens as Vijay’s character is going down a staircase with the Padaiyappa theme playing in the background. These moments pay a respectful nod to Thalaiva, a star deeply loved across generations.

But the tributes don’t stop there. Vijay even channels his inner Tom Cruise in a thrilling sequence. While playing his character Gandhi, the Bigil star whistles the famous theme song from Mission: Impossible. Then, in true action-hero style, he performs a daring leap from a skyscraper, a clear nod to one of Cruise’s iconic stunts in the Hollywood blockbuster.

Adding more to the mix, GOAT references Shah Rukh Khan as well. In one scene, Vijay’s younger self strikes a pose like Shah Rukh’s signature open-arm one, which the Bollywood star is famous for when playing romantic characters. Vijay puts his own twist on it, folding his arms to show affection in a way that fans couldn’t help but love. The film also cleverly weaves in references to another Tamil star, Ajith Kumar. Songs from Ajith’s films Mankatha and Attagasam are used during the powerful climax, adding more excitement for moviegoers.

But the biggest Hollywood shout-out comes from The Dark Knight. In a tense interrogation scene, GOAT mirrors the famous questioning moment from Christopher Nolan’s Batman film, adding another layer of homage to international cinema.

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With these tributes, GOAT has created a fun mix of references that fans from all over can enjoy. Whether you’re a fan of Rajinikanth, Shah Rukh Khan, or Tom Cruise, the film makes sure to bring a little bit of everyone into the mix, making it an action-packed tribute to cinematic legends!

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