''Family Padam'' () is a 2024 Indian

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-language film written and directed by Selvah Kumar Thirumaaran and produced by K. Balaji under his UK Creations banner. The film stars Udhay Karthik in the lead role, alongside

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, Subhiksha Kayarohanam, Parthiban Kumar,

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, Mohana Sundharam, Kavin and Janani in supporting roles. ''Family Padam'' released in theatres on 6 December 2024.

Premise

The story revolves around three brothers with a common goal, who have failed in their professional lives and have to face the family situational hurdles.

Cast

Production

In late-March 2024, it was announced that actor Udhay Karthik who was last seen in ''Dinosaurs'' (2023) will be featuring in his next film titled ''Family Padam'' helmed by debutant director Selvah Kumar Thirumaaran, who had earlier worked as a writer for '' Rudhran'' (2023). The film is produced by K Balaji of UK Creations. The technical crew consists of cinematographer Meyyendiran, editor Sudharsan, music composed by Anivee and background scored by Ajesh.

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began after a formal puja ceremony on 23 March 2024 and was wrapped in late-May 2024.

Music

The soundtrack is composed by Anivee and background is scored by Ajesh. The first single "Salary Song" was released on 6 November 2024. The second single "Nesama" was released on 14 November 2024.

Release

Theatrical

''Family Padam'' released in theatres on 6 December 2024.

Reception

Critical response

Avinash Ramachandran of ''

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'' rated three out of five and wrote, "Family Padam is quite a meta film on so many levels, and has the shades of other such Tamil films of this genre, including Jigarthanda, and

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. However, the movie decides to take the seemingly simpler route of family entertainer, which is actually quite tough to crack." Akshay Kumar of ''

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'' rated three out of five and wrote, "''Family Padam'' is a delightful return to a 90s family entertainer that remains engaging throughout and offers comfort in the familiar, despite being downright predictable." Abhinav Subramanian of ''

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'' rated two point five out of five and wrote, "Director Selvah Kumar Thirumaaran has set up every family moment with emotional extremes. Characters don’t just talk - they explode, whether in joy, rage, or despair."

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