Thimiru Pudichavan
Thimiru Pudichavan

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Thimiru Pudichavan

2018
Movie
156 min
Tamil

A cop tries to bring a lot of positive changes in a city which is polluted by a goon’s actions.

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IMDb6.6/10
Google Users74%
Director: SuseenthiranGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A dedicated and upright police officer is transferred to a new district where he finds himself battling against a powerful drug mafia. He is determined to eradicate the drug menace from the city, even if it means going against corrupt officials and dangerous criminals. His unwavering resolve puts him and his loved ones in grave danger.

Critical Reception

Thimiru Pudichavan received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who largely criticized its predictable plot, excessive violence, and melodramatic tone. While some praised Vijay Antony's performance and the film's attempt to address social issues, many found the execution to be lacking. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the action sequences and the lead's portrayal of a determined cop.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intention to tackle the drug menace and Vijay Antony's committed performance.

  • Criticized for a formulaic and predictable storyline, and excessive, gratuitous violence.

  • Noted for its lack of originality and often melodramatic execution.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's message against drug abuse and the lead actor's performance as a determined police officer. However, many found the screenplay to be weak and the action sequences to be overly violent, leading to a mixed overall response.

Fun Fact

The film's lead actor, Vijay Antony, who is also a successful music composer, composed the music for 'Thimiru Pudichavan' himself.

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