Kattappava Kaanom
Kattappava Kaanom

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Kattappava Kaanom

2017
Movie
125 min
Tamil

A fish belonging to a gangster, who considers it his lucky charm, gets stolen and ends up with a guy whose luck has always been rotten.

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IMDb6.5/10
Google Users75%
Director: Mani SeiyonGenres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A young man's life takes an unexpected turn when his pet fish, Kattappa, goes missing just before his engagement. The film follows his frantic search for the fish, which is believed to bring him good luck, leading to a series of comical and emotional situations. Along the way, he navigates through relationships and personal challenges, all centered around the quest to find his beloved pet.

Critical Reception

Kattappava Kaanom received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its unique premise and the performances of the lead cast, particularly Sibiraj and Aishwarya Rajesh, others found the screenplay to be predictable and the fantasy elements not fully realized. The film was generally seen as a light-hearted entertainer with a novel concept.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique and heartwarming concept of a man searching for his pet fish.

  • Sibiraj's performance as the doting owner was highlighted positively.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and uneven pacing in the second half.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally indicated that the movie was a pleasant and humorous watch, with many appreciating the emotional connect to the pet. Some viewers felt the story could have been more engaging and less reliant on common tropes.

Fun Fact

The film's title character, Kattappa, is a pet goldfish whose disappearance drives the plot, drawing parallels to the popular character 'Kattappa' from the 'Baahubali' film series, although the characters and storylines are unrelated.

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