“Tees Maar Khan” is a 2022 Indian Telugu-language action drama directed by Kalyanji Gogana, featuring Aadi Saikumar in the lead role, alongside Payal Rajput, Sunil, and Poorna. The film explores themes of resilience, familial bonds, and vengeance within a high-octane narrative.

The story centers on Tees Maar Khan (Aadi Saikumar), an orphan who, along with Vasudha (Poorna), escapes from abusive households. Vasudha, being the elder, assumes a maternal role for Tees Maar Khan, and he, in turn, vows to protect her, referring to her as “Amma.” Their lives take a positive turn when a compassionate police constable adopts them, forming a new family unit. As years pass, Vasudha marries Chakri (Sunil), while Tees Maar Khan establishes himself as a formidable figure in their locality, running a gym and engaging in minor settlements. His path crosses with Anagha (Payal Rajput), a spirited college student, leading to a romantic subplot. However, their lives are disrupted when Tees Maar Khan confronts Jeeja (Thakur Anoop Singh), a notorious mafia don. This confrontation results in tragic consequences, including the death of Vasudha. Fueled by grief and a desire for justice, Tees Maar Khan embarks on a mission to avenge his “Amma’s” death, leading to a series of intense confrontations.

Critically, “Tees Maar Khan” received mixed reviews. 123Telugu rated the film 2.5 out of 5, noting that while the last 40 minutes offered unexpected twists, the first half suffered from routine storytelling and unnecessary song placements. The review highlighted Aadi Saikumar’s commendable performance, especially in emotional and action sequences, but criticized the clichéd love track and lack of depth in the antagonist’s portrayal.

Cinema Express also rated the film 2.5 out of 5, acknowledging that despite a lackluster first half, the second half provided engaging moments with effective twists. The publication praised Aadi’s versatility and the supporting cast’s performances, though it pointed out the film’s reliance on familiar tropes and occasional lapses in logic.