Udhayan (film)

Udhayan is an Indian Tamil action film directed by debutant Chaplin.^[1] Starring Arulnithi, in his second film, alongside newcomer Praneetha, the film notably features musical score by saxophone player Kadri Gopalnath's son Manikanth Kadri.^[2][3] A Muthamizh Padaippagam production, it was started during Pongal 2011 and the movie released on the 24th June 2011 with mostly negative reviews from critics^[4]and Disaster at the box office.

Cast

• Arulnithi as Udhayan and Vasanth
• Pranitha as Priya Anandhakrishnan
• Ashish Vidyarthi as Ayyanaar
• Bhanu Sri Mehra as Manimekalai
• Santhanam as Mukundhan
• Manobala
• Debi Dutta in a special appearance

Critical Reception

The film received mixed - negative reviews from critics.

Way2movies rated 2.25/5 stated oncludes the film has nothing new as it carries the same old theme, if the director could have chosen a whole new scripts it would have helped him out. Udhayan is a neat entertainer with same old stuff.^[5]Behind woods rated 1.5/5 stated Overused masala recipe, only for time-pass entertainment lovers.^[6]Nowrunning.com rated 1.5/5 stated that "Udhayan abides to enhance Arulnidhi's career and make him a bankable star. The viewer has nothing to take back with him, though."^[7] Indiaglitz states "On the whole, 'Udhayan' is trendy and stylish. Chaplin has laced commercial elements in a good mix. However, a predictable story with a 'nothing new to offer' feel mars the flow."^[8]

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