Kaavalan

Muthu is a loyal and skilled bodyguard hired to protect Amudha, the daughter of a wealthy businessman. Unbeknownst to Amudha, Muthu falls in love with her. When Amudha's father arranges her marriage to someone else, Amudha, who believes Muthu is a dedicated bodyguard with no personal life, confides in him about her desire to escape. Muthu, torn between his duty and his feelings, hatches a plan to help her, leading to a series of humorous and dramatic misunderstandings.

Kaavalan received generally positive reviews from critics and was a commercial success. It was praised for its humor, Vijay's performance, and the romantic storyline, though some critics found the plot to be predictable.

• The film is lauded for its entertaining blend of comedy and romance, anchored by a strong performance from Vijay.

• The chemistry between the lead actors and the witty dialogues were highlighted as major strengths.

• While predictable, the screenplay successfully engages the audience with its emotional depth and humorous situations.

Google audience: Google users largely approved of 'Kaavalan,' appreciating its humor, engaging story, and Vijay's performance. Many found the film to be a delightful and well-made entertainer.

Vijay won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Tamil for his role in the film.

The film is a remake of the director Siddique's own Malayalam film 'Bodyguard' (2010), which was also remade in Hindi with the same title in 2011 starring Salman Khan.