Peigal Jaakkirathai
Peigal Jaakkirathai

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Peigal Jaakkirathai

2016
Movie
148 min
Tamil

Saravanan, who has suicidal tendencies, becomes part of Annachi's household as the latter, who has a fear of ghosts, believes that he will help him get rid of it. But the young man has a near-death experience after which he starts seeing ghosts!

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Kannan ThamarakkannanGenres: Horror, Comedy

Plot Summary

A man inherits a bungalow that is believed to be haunted by a ghost. He decides to exploit the superstition to make money by staging fake paranormal activities. However, his plan takes a turn when a real ghost appears and starts interfering with his schemes.

Critical Reception

Peigal Jaakkirathai received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some appreciated the attempt at blending horror with comedy, many found the execution to be flawed, citing predictable plot points and unconvincing performances. The film did not achieve significant commercial success.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a comedic take on horror, but struggles with execution.

  • Predictable storyline and weak special effects were common criticisms.

  • Some found the humor to be juvenile, while others felt it didn't land effectively.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Peigal Jaakkirathai are scarce and generally indicate disappointment with the film's weak horror elements and comedy that often failed to amuse.

Fun Fact

The film's promotional material heavily emphasized its 'supernatural comedy' angle, aiming to attract audiences looking for a light-hearted horror experience.

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