Engada Iruthinga Ivvalavu Naala Explained

Engada Iruthinga Ivvalavu Naala
Director:Kevin
Producer:Durai Shudhakar
Starring:Akhil
Ishara Nair
Manishajith
Music:Varshan
Jayden
Cinematography:Rahim Babu
Editing:Suresh Urs
Studio:Nila Promoters
Distributor:TN75 KK Creations
Runtime:114 mins
Country:India
Language:Tamil

Engada Iruthinga Ivvalavu Naala is a 2021 Tamil language romantic comedy film directed by Kevin and starring Akhil and Ishara Nair in the lead roles. Produced by Thilaka Arts, it was released on 26 March 2021.

Production

Kevin made his directorial debut with the film, twenty years after trying to break into the film industry. The film began production in early 2016 and Akhil was cast in the lead role.[1] Four actresses were signed on to star in the film - Ishara Nair, Manishajith, Sahana and Krishnapriya.[2] Rajendran was signed on to portray a film financier in the film, while Yogi Babu also shot for extra scenes.[3] The technical crew included experienced editor Suresh Urs and stunt director Super Subbarayan.[4]

In June 2016, Ishara Nair complained that Kevin had subject her to sexual harassment in the sets of the film. She added that the director had wasted her dates, while also making unwelcome advances during the shoot.[5]

Throughout 2020, Kevin tried to find distributors to release the film through an over-the-top media service but the lack of high-profile actors in the film meant that there were no takers.[6]

Release

The film was released theatrically across Tamil Nadu on 26 March 2021. A critic from Maalaimalar gave the film a mixed review, citing it lacked excitement.[7]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Yogi Babu and Rajendran's performances will be very lively in Engada Iruthinga Ivvalavu Naala, says director Kevin. Cinema Express.
  2. Web site: Akhil romances four girls in EIIN. Anupama. Subramanian. 12 July 2017. Deccan Chronicle.
  3. Web site: 'Naan Kadavul Rajendran becomes a producer for this young hero - Kannada News. 10 July 2017. IndiaGlitz.com.
  4. Web site: Super Subbarayan to be a part of Engada Irunthinga Ivalavu Naala. 2 April 2018. Behindwoods.
  5. Web site: Shocking: 'Sathuranga Vettai' actress Ishaara Nair accuses director of sexual harassment. DNA Web. Team. 8 June 2016. DNA India.
  6. Web site: 'Engada Iruthinga Ivvalavu Naala': The journey of a film. The New Indian Express.
  7. Web site: நாயகனின் சினிமா கனவு நிறைவேறியதா? - எங்கடா இருந்தீங்க இவ்வளவு நாளா விமர்சனம். 29 March 2021. maalaimalar.com.