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''Nedunalvaadai'' () is a 2019
Tamil language Tamil (, , , also written as ''Tamizhil'' according to linguistic pronunciation) is a Dravidian language natively spoken by the Tamil people of South Asia. It is one of the longest-surviving classical languages in the world,. "Tamil is one of ...
drama film In film and television, drama is a category or genre of narrative fiction (or semi-fiction) intended to be more serious than humorous in tone. The drama of this kind is usually qualified with additional terms that specify its particular ...
written and directed by debutant director Selvakannan and produced by B-Star Productions. Inspired by the
poem Poetry (from the Greek language, Greek word ''poiesis'', "making") is a form of literature, literary art that uses aesthetics, aesthetic and often rhythmic qualities of language to evoke meaning (linguistics), meanings in addition to, or in ...
written by Nakkeerar in Sangam literature, the film, as the title suggest, is about the pain of separation — of a man and woman, and a grandfather and his grandson. The movie was a
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. This film features
Poo Ramu Poo Ramu (1962 – 27 June 2022) was an Indian actor who appeared in Tamil language films as a supporting actor. Career Ramu was a member of the Tamil Nadu Progressive Writers’ Association, and from 1990 to 2005, Ramu was a part of the theatre ...
and newcomers Elvis Alexander and Anjali Nair.


Plot

Chellaiah is a simple farmer. He cares so much for the family. He has a son named Kombaiah and a daughter named Pechiamma, who elopes to marry the love of her life, but he is a drunkard and does not care about his family. Unfortunately, Pechiamma left her husband, and she faces challenges to carry on with living with a son named Elango, as well as a daughter, so she returns to her father. Chellaiah, though unhappy about her act of eloping, takes her family in and starts to support them. However, Kombaiah does not like this. Chellaiah loves and supports his daughter's family and takes care of the education of the grandchildren. Elango, while in his study days, falls for a girl in the village named Amudha. Chellaiah advises Elango about how important taking care of the family is and what his responsibilities are. He warns him about the effects of falling in love at this age while he has to be responsible and supportive to the family. Elango is left trying to balance family and love.


Cast

*
Poo Ramu Poo Ramu (1962 – 27 June 2022) was an Indian actor who appeared in Tamil language films as a supporting actor. Career Ramu was a member of the Tamil Nadu Progressive Writers’ Association, and from 1990 to 2005, Ramu was a part of the theatre ...
as Karuvathevar alias Chellaiah * Elvis Alexander as Elango * Anjali Nair as Amudha * Ajay Natraj as Maruthapandi *
Mime Gopi Mime Gopi (born Gopinathan) is an Indian stage and film actor who has appeared in predominantly Tamil films including ''Madras'' (2014), ''Maari'' (2015), ''Maya'' (2015) and ''Kabali'' (2016). He is also the winner of the reality cooking show ...
as Kombiah * Aindhu Kovilan as Nambithevar *
Senthi Kumari Senthikumari Rathinakumar is an Indian actress known for her role in the film ''Pasanga'' and the third season of '' Saravanan Meenatchi'' and ''Vanathai Pola'' as Chellathayi. She played the mother of one of Nayanthara Nayanthara (born ...
as Pechiamma


Production


Development and crew

''Nedunalvaadai'' is a crowd funded Tamil film. It's been jointly produced by 50 of his college mates joined to fund and produce this movie. It all started when one of Selvakannan's friends learned that the latter is struggling to get a producer for his directorial venture. He connected all the classmates through WhatsApp group and finally the film happened. While the film mostly stars newcomers, Selva hired Kaviperarasu
Vairamuthu Vairamuthu Ramasamy (born 13 July 1953) is an Indian lyricist, poet, and novelist working in the Tamil film industry. He is a prominent figure in the Tamil literary world. A master's graduate from the Pachaiyappa's College in Chennai, he firs ...
to pen the lyrics. "
Vairamuthu Vairamuthu Ramasamy (born 13 July 1953) is an Indian lyricist, poet, and novelist working in the Tamil film industry. He is a prominent figure in the Tamil literary world. A master's graduate from the Pachaiyappa's College in Chennai, he firs ...
sir and editor
Kasi Viswanathan Kasivishwanathan (born 28 January 1968) is an Indian film editor, who has worked on Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam language films. Career Kasivishwanathan entered the cinema industry as an assistant to Malayalam editor K. Narayanan. He later sta ...
are the only two celebrities in the film," he laughs, "He didn't charge us a penny for writing the lyrics. One of the songs he has written for us – Karuvatheva Un Kannellam Kanneera – will be a highlight; he was inspired by his own grandfather while penning it". Theater personality
Poo Ramu Poo Ramu (1962 – 27 June 2022) was an Indian actor who appeared in Tamil language films as a supporting actor. Career Ramu was a member of the Tamil Nadu Progressive Writers’ Association, and from 1990 to 2005, Ramu was a part of the theatre ...
, who got critical acclaim for his performance in '' Poo'', will be seen as the central character of an aged farmer.
Mime Gopi Mime Gopi (born Gopinathan) is an Indian stage and film actor who has appeared in predominantly Tamil films including ''Madras'' (2014), ''Maari'' (2015), ''Maya'' (2015) and ''Kabali'' (2016). He is also the winner of the reality cooking show ...
character has shades of grey, Senthikumari are in the supporting cast and several newcomers cast in the film. Selvakannan approached
Kasi Viswanathan Kasivishwanathan (born 28 January 1968) is an Indian film editor, who has worked on Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam language films. Career Kasivishwanathan entered the cinema industry as an assistant to Malayalam editor K. Narayanan. He later sta ...
to make a realistic film.


Filming

The film is set against the backdrop of
Tirunelveli Tirunelveli (), also known as Nellai and historically (during British rule) as Tinnevelly, is a major city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the administrative headquarters of the Tirunelveli District. It is the fourth-largest munici ...
. The shooting of the film took place around the village surrounding
VasudevanallurYouTube page Vasudevanallur is a town panchayat located 37 km from Tenkasi district in the Indian States and territories of India, state of Tamil Nadu. It is located under the Western Ghats. This town is surrounded by farming land. Major occupation ...
and the town
Puliangudi Puliyangudi is a municipal town located in Tenkasi district.The town located between Tenkasi and Rajapalayam on the National Highway 208 (Kollam to Tirumangalam). It falls under the administrative jurisdiction of Tenkasi District and Kadayanall ...
. Selvakannan says, "we decided to make a film on human emotions and showcase our town in a new light. Though many films have been based in
Tirunelveli Tirunelveli (), also known as Nellai and historically (during British rule) as Tinnevelly, is a major city in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the administrative headquarters of the Tirunelveli District. It is the fourth-largest munici ...
, we felt none portrayed its true essence". Selvakannan says that the female character is central theme of the film. Through his film, Selvakannan wanted to question the representation of women in mainstream cinema, “People howl and whistle to scenes that are deeply sexist. It’s easy for men to express their emotions post break-up. But a woman has to go through a lot, internally. These are some of the things I looked into before writing.” Selvakannan says, "The movie deals with two issues. Unlike male offspring who has the right to inherit property, the daughters in the family are not given equal rights and recognition. Secondly, the women are always portrayed in a bad manner and blamed for love failures. It is not so. I have reasoned out their side of reality in the film".


Soundtrack

All the songs are penned by
Vairamuthu Vairamuthu Ramasamy (born 13 July 1953) is an Indian lyricist, poet, and novelist working in the Tamil film industry. He is a prominent figure in the Tamil literary world. A master's graduate from the Pachaiyappa's College in Chennai, he firs ...
.
Jose Franklin Jose Franklin (born 27 November 1989) is an Indian composer. He primarily scores music for Tamil films. He made his debut as a composer in the 2018 Tamil film '' Seemathurai''. Career Jose Franklin is a music director who works in the Tamil F ...
is the music director.


Critical response

Srivatsan of ''
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'' wrote, "A strong sense of rootedness prevails over Selvakannan’s crowdfunded movie". ''
India Today ''India Today'' is a weekly Indian English-language news magazine published by Living Media, Living Media India Limited. It is the most widely circulated magazine in India, with a readership of close to 8 million. In 2014, ''India Today'' laun ...
'' gave 3.5 out of 5 stars for Nedunalvaadai and wrote, "Debutant director Selvakannan gifts a pleasant surprise With the brilliant performance of Poo Ramu as an ageing farmer and the engaging writing of Selvakannan, Nedunalavadai, starring many newcomers, is definitely a surprise this month. Watch the film for its story and performances." ''
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'' gave the film 3 out of 5 and wrote, "Despite a few shortcomings, the film will work for those who love rural dramas which have ample dose of family bonding and relationships." ''
New Indian Express ''The New Indian Express'' is an Indian English-language broadsheet daily newspaper published by the Chennai-based Express Publications. It was founded in 1932 as ''The Indian Express'', under the ownership of Chennai-based P. Varadarajulu Naid ...
'' said, "Superlative performances elevate this rural drama".


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*{{IMDb title, 10023080 2010s Tamil-language films 2019 films Films shot in Tamil Nadu Indian drama films 2019 drama films