''Paramporul'' () is a 2023 Indian

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written and directed by debutant C. Aravind Raj. It is produced by Manoj and Girish under Kavi Creations. The film stars

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and Amitash Pradhan in the lead roles, alongside Kashmira Pardeshi,

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and T. Siva in supporting role. The film was officially announced in December 2021, under the tentative title ''Production No.1'', as it was the production banner's first production, while the official title ''Paramporul'' was revealed in October 2022. The music is composed by

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, while the cinematography and editing are handled by S. Pandikumar and Nagooran Ramachandran. ''Paramporul'' was released on 1 September 2023. It received positive reviews from critics and became a hit at the box office.

Synopsis

Aadhi, who desperately needs money to save his sister, happens to meet police officer, Maithreyan, during a theft. They both get involved in an idol trade, which eventually leads to chaos.

Cast

Production

On 10 December 2021, Kavi Creations announced their first production film, starring

, Amitash Pradhan and Kashmira Pardeshi and to be directed by debutant C. Aravind Raj, and was tentatively titled as ''Production No.1''. The official title ''Paramporul'' was revealed on 4 March 2022. Amitash started dubbing his portions in May.

Music

The music and background score were composed by

, in his maiden collaboration with Amitash and Aravind. The first single "Sippara Rippara" released on 11 August 2022, the second single "Adiyaathi" on 9 August 2023, and the third single "Asaivindri" on 24 August.

Release and reception

''Paramporul'' released theatrically on 1 September 2023, clashing with Santhanam's ''Kick'', Vijay Devarakonda's ''Kushi'' and Hamaresh's ''Rangoli''. The distribution rights for Tamil Nadu were acquired by Sakthi Film Factory. The film earned positive reviews from critics, including reviewers at ''

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References

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