Nov. 19, 2021|India|115 Min.|R
Genre: Crime;Drama;Mystery;South;Indian
Description: “Kadaseela Biriyani” (meaning “Biriyani in the End”) is a 2021 Indian Tamil-language film written and directed by Nishanth Kalidindi. Despite being completed in 2018, the movie had its theatrical release on November 19, 2021. It features Vijay Ram, Vasanth Selvam, Dinesh Mani, and Hakkim Shahjahan in lead roles and received positive reviews from critics. The film includes Malayalam dialogues in addition to Tamil.
The story revolves around three brothers who invade a local landlord’s rubber estate to seek revenge for their father’s death. However, their plans take an unexpected turn when they encounter the landlord’s mentally unstable son.
Critics praised the film for its bold and unique approach. Srivatsan S of *The Hindu* highlighted the filmmaker’s commitment, stating it’s worth supporting. Haricharan Pudipeddi of *Hindustan Times* called it one of the most bizarre yet brilliant indie films from Tamil cinema, blending rawness with entertainment. *Behindwoods* rated it 3/5, acknowledging minor flaws but promising an engaging experience once audiences overcome initial barriers.
Navein Darshan of *The New Indian Express* described the film as dark yet hilarious, showcasing the emergence of a daring filmmaker. *Sify* labeled it an amusing thriller, commending its original plot and presentation. *Dinamalar* gave it 2.5/5, noting a slow start but an absorbing second half. M Suganth of *The Times of India* rated it 3.5/5, praising its cinematic energy, dark humor, and colorful characters, concluding that the filmmaker’s debut is a promising start.
Overall, “Kadaseela Biriyani” stands out as a distinctive and daring addition to Tamil cinema, blending humor, darkness, and originality.
Cast director: Nishanth Kalidindi
Cast actor: Vijay Ram, Vasanth Selvam, Hakkim Shah, Dinesh Mani, Vijay Sethupathi
Original name: கடைசீல பிரியாணி