Dec. 09, 2022|India|155 Min.|Not Rated
Genre: Comedy;Romance
Description: Varalaru Mukkiyam (translated as “History is important!”) is a 2022 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy drama film. Written and directed by Santhosh Rajan in his directorial debut, the film was produced by R. B. Choudary under the banner of Super Good Films. It features Jiiva, Kashmira Pardeshi, and Pragya Nagra in lead roles. The music and score were composed by Shaan Rahman, with cinematography by Sakthi Saravanan and editing by N. B. Srikanth.
The story revolves around Karthik, who aspires to fame, and his friend Adaikalam, who dreams of becoming a politician. Karthik falls in love with his new neighbor, but her sister also develops feelings for him, leading to a series of comedic and confusing situations. The film explores the chaos that unfolds as a result of these intertwined relationships.
Shot extensively across Tamil Nadu, including Chennai and Coimbatore, as well as Hyderabad, Telangana, and Kerala, the film was released in theaters on December 9, 2022. Unfortunately, it received largely negative reviews from both critics and audiences, ultimately performing poorly at the box office. Critics criticized the film for its senseless and absurd approach, with some noting that while history is important, script selection is even more crucial.
Shaan Rahman composed the soundtrack and background score, marking his first collaboration with actor Jiiva and director Santhosh Rajan. The music received moderate attention, with singles like “Pothi Pothi Valatha Pulla,” “Mallu Girl,” “Vela Kedachiruchu,” and “Suthura Boomi” released ahead of the film’s launch.
Reviews highlighted the film’s flaws, with some critics labeling it a throwback to an era of unfunny, outdated comedies. Despite its shortcomings, a few viewers found it moderately entertaining, albeit uneven in its execution. Overall, Varalaru Mukkiyam struggled to leave a positive mark in the world of Tamil cinema.
Cast director: Santhosh Rajan
Cast actor: Jiiva, Kashmira Pardesi, Pragya Nagara, VTV Ganesh, K. S. Ravikumar, Siddique, Saranya Ponvannan, Rajendran, TSK, Shah Ra
Original name: வரலாறு முக்கியம்