Maayanadhi Explained
Maayanadhi is a 2020 Indian Tamil language drama film written, produced, and directed by Ashok Thiagarajan in his directorial debut. The film stars Venba, Aadukalam Naren, Abi Saravanan and Appukutty in the lead roles.[1] [2] The music was composed by Bhavatharini with cinematography by Srinivas Devamsam and editing by Gopi Krishna. The film released on 31 January 2020.
Cast
- Venba as Kousalya
- Aadukalam Naren as Kowsalya's father
- Abi Saravanan as Senthil
- Appukutty as Mani
- Thamizh Venkat as Kowsalya's uncle
- Kantharaj as Jayachandran
- Durga Venugopal as Headmistress Martina
- Rudhran as Vanakkar
- Sivaprakasam as Senthil's father
- Vijayasri as Malini Miss
Production
This project was officially launched in February 2018, Ashok Thiagarajan is making his debut as the Director and producer of the venture, under his newly established Raji Nila Mukil Films (RNM FILMS) Productions banner. Actors include Venba, Abi Saravanan and Aadukalam Naren, with Appukutty signed to play the lead role.
Bhavatharani was selected as music director. Meanwhile, Srinivas Devamsam, Gopi Krishna, and Mayil Krishnan was signed as cinematographer, editor, and art director respectively for this film.[3] Maayanadhi planning to release on 31 January 2020.[4]
Soundtrack
Soundtrack was composed by Bhavatharini.[5] Yuvan Shankar Raja and Ameer attended the audio launch as chief guests.[6]
- Ganja Paarvai - Senthildas, Priyanka
- Mayil Iragu - Priya Mali
- Yaavum Ingu - Srisha
Release
The Times of India gave the film two out of five stars and stated that "A better script would have helped them [the cast of the film] more".[7] The Asian Age gave the film two-and-a-half out of five stars and wrote that " A taut narration and a little more coherence would have enhanced the film".[8]
Notes and References
- News: Bhavatharini makes comeback as a composer. The New Indian Express. 26 February 2019. Navein. Darshan. 18 August 2020. 25 September 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190925063458/http://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/tamil/2019/feb/26/bhavatharini-makes-comeback-as-a-composer-1943807.html. live.
- Web site: Bhavatharini roped in for an emotional film. Anupama. Subramanian. 27 February 2019. Deccan Chronicle. 25 September 2019. 25 September 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190925063457/https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/kollywood/270219/bhavatharini-roped-in-for-an-emotional-film.html. live.
- Web site: மீண்டும் இசையமைப்பாளர் ஆனார் பவதாரிணி!. Dinamani. 25 September 2019. 25 September 2019. https://web.archive.org/web/20190925063502/https://www.dinamani.com/cinema/cinema-news/2019/feb/26/bhavatharini-makes-comeback-as-a-composer-3103428.html. live.
- Web site: South Movies Releasing This Friday: Naadodigal 2 to Anveshanam; Movies to watch out. PINKVILLA. 27 January 2020. 28 January 2020. 25 October 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20211025162132/https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/south/south-movies-releasing-friday-naadodigal-2-anveshanam-movies-watch-out-503164. dead.
- Web site: Maayanadhi Songs Download: Maayanadhi MP3 Tamil Songs Online Free on . Gaana . 2022-08-23 . 24 March 2020 . https://web.archive.org/web/20200324051114/https://gaana.com/album/maayanadhi . live .
- News: Actors should not do social service: Ameer. The Times of India. 20 January 2020. 23 March 2020. 27 March 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20200327002244/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/actors-should-not-do-social-service-ameer/articleshow/73435036.cms. live.
- News: Maayanadhi Movie Review: Abetter script would have helped them more. The Times of India. 23 March 2020. 24 March 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20200324182855/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movie-reviews/maayanadhi/movie-review/73768476.cms. live.
- Web site: Maayanadhi film review: When wannabe doctor falls for auto-driver. Anupama. Subramanian. 2 February 2020. The Asian Age. 23 March 2020. 23 March 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20200323171451/https://www.asianage.com/entertainment/in-other-news/010220/maayanadhi-film-review-when-wannabe-doctor-falls-for-auto-driver.html. live.
