Jambulingam
Jambulingam

Movie spotlight

Jambulingam

2016
Movie
125 min
Tamil

A villager becomes a magician's apprentice and travels to Japan, and accidentally rescues a little girl who has been kidnapped.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Google Users75%
Director: HariGenres: Action, Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Jambulingam, a devoted fan of actor Rajinikanth, dreams of becoming a successful actor himself. He navigates the challenges of the film industry, facing rejection and self-doubt while trying to make a name for himself. Along the way, he encounters various colorful characters and experiences the highs and lows of chasing his cinematic ambitions.

Critical Reception

Jambulingam received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its humor and Arun Vijay's performance, others found the plot predictable and the pacing inconsistent. The film resonated with a segment of the audience for its relatable portrayal of aspiring actors and its light-hearted approach.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its light-hearted comedy and Arun Vijay's energetic performance.

  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and a runtime that felt stretched.

  • Appreciated for its relatable portrayal of aspiring actors in the film industry.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the comedic elements and the protagonist's journey, finding it entertaining despite some narrative flaws. Some viewers felt the film could have been more tightly edited.

Fun Fact

The film features several meta-references to Tamil cinema and its popular actors, particularly Rajinikanth, reflecting the protagonist's idolization.

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TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
timesofindia

timesofindia

Hari Shankar and Hareesh Narayan debuted with the experimental Orr Iravu, followed it up with the decent Ambuli and then gave us the amateurish horror anthology Aaaah. Jambulingam makes Aaaah look like a fine work of art and also makes us w...