Thirumanam Enum Nikkah
Thirumanam Enum Nikkah

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Thirumanam Enum Nikkah

2014
Movie
133 min
Tamil

Raghavan and Priya fall in love during a train journey, but both believe that the other is a Muslim and start pretending to be of the same religion. What happens when they realize the truth?

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IMDb6.3/10
Google Users75%
Director: R. KannanGenres: Comedy, Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

Two friends, one Hindu and one Muslim, fall in love with women from different religious backgrounds. Their families' objections and the societal pressures surrounding interfaith marriage create a comedic yet poignant narrative. The film explores themes of love, tolerance, and the challenges of overcoming religious differences for the sake of companionship. It ultimately follows their journey to convince their families and society about their union.

Critical Reception

Thirumanam Enum Nikkah received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its refreshing take on interfaith romance and the performances, particularly from the lead actors and Santhanam. However, some found the screenplay to be predictable at times and the pacing uneven. The film was generally appreciated for its attempt to address a sensitive social issue with humor and warmth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique subject matter and relatable characters.

  • Santhanam's comedic timing was a highlight for many reviewers.

  • Some criticism was directed at the film's predictability and length.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlighted the film's entertaining storyline and the chemistry between the lead actors. Many appreciated the blend of humor and emotion, finding it to be a pleasant watch. However, a few viewers felt that certain plot points could have been developed further.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Thirumanam Enum Nikkah,' literally translates to 'Marriage is Nikkah,' referring to the Islamic marriage ceremony, highlighting the central theme of interfaith marriage.

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timesofindia

Thirumanam Enum Nikkah is like the romance dramas in which there will be no story at all if the leads talk to each other in a frank manner and so will have to keep pretending for the plot to go on. It is based on a single construct — two lo...