Bad Girl Movie Review: A Fresh Take on Growing Up in Tamil Cinema

The Tamil film Bad Girl makes it clear from the title that its main character is considered “bad” by society. But the story shows us why she gets that label and how unfair those standards are.

The film follows Ramya (played by Anjali Sivaraman), a teenager who asks questions about life, freedom, and her own sexuality. She wants to live freely, but everyone around her — her parents, grandmother, teachers, and even the principal — wants her to behave like a “good girl.” In their eyes, boys are allowed to explore life, but girls doing the same is seen as shameful.

What makes Bad Girl different is its storytelling style. The film does not shout its message. Instead, it quietly shows the hypocrisy of society and the struggles young women face at home and in school.

Anjali Sivaraman does a great job as Ramya, making her both strong and vulnerable. She is not just a rebel, but also a young girl trying to find her place and identity.

Overall, Bad Girl is a thoughtful coming-of-age Tamil film. It challenges old ideas about how girls should behave and does so in a simple, realistic way without being loud or preachy.