Kanni Maadam
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Kanni Maadam is a 2020 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Bose Venkat in his directorial debut.[1] The film stars newcomers Sriram Karthik, Chaya Devi, and Vishnu in the lead roles.[2][3] The movie met mixed to positive reviews from critics but poor reception from audience.
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| File:Kanni Maadam.jpg Film poster | |
| Directed by | Bose Venkat |
| Produced by | Muhammed Hasheer |
| Written by | Bose Venkat |
| Starring | Sriram Karthik Chaya Devi Vishnu |
| Music by | Hari Sai |
| Cinematography | Iniyan J Harish |
| Edited by | Rizaal jainy |
Production company | Rooby Films |
Release date |
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Running time | 132 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
CastEdit
- Sriram Karthik as Anbu
- Chaya Devi as Malar
- Aadukalam Murugadoss as Shankar
- Vishnu Ramasamy as Kathir
- Mime Gopi as Inspector Paramasivam
- Valeena Princes as Auto Driver
- Priyanka Robo Shankar as Landlady
- Gajaraj as Anbu's father
- Ananthraj
ProductionEdit
The shooting for the film commenced on 18 February 2019 and ended on 16 May 2019.[4]
SoundtrackEdit
Several celebrities attended the audio launch including Vijay Sethupathi, Bharath, Samuthirakani, Vikraman, Crazy Star Harish Kalyan, Gayathrie.[2][5][6]
Newcomer Hari Sai composed the film's songs.[1] Robo Shankar made his singing debut in the film.[7]
- "Oyadha Megam" - Shweta Mohan
- "Moonu Kaalu Vaaganam" - Robo Shankar
- "Oru Veedu" - Vijay Yesudas
- "Andarathil Thongudhaiya" - Anthony Daasan
- "Thee Pidithu" - Arvind Mukundan, Priyanka NK
- "Yen Devan" - Sirisha
- "Villu Paatu" - Hari Sai
ReleaseEdit
Kaani Maadam was released on 21 February 2020.[8]
ReceptionEdit
The Times of India gave the film two out of five stars and wrote that "However, it is the overdose of melodrama which lets the film down. The lacklustre screenplay doesn’t engage after a point".[8] Similarly, The Deccan Chronicle gave the film two-and-a-half out of five stars and stated that " Had the director concentrated on a better screenplay, the film would have had a bigger impact" while praising the performances of the cast.[9]
Awards and nominationsEdit
| Year | Award | Category | Nominee | Result | Ref. |
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| 2020 | Toronto Tamil Film Festival | Audience Award for Best Feature film | Kanni Maadam | Won | [10] |
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ReferencesEdit
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 CR, Sharanya (6 March 2019). "A love story for Bose Venkat's directorial debut". The Times of India. Retrieved 18 August 2020.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "'Kanni Madam has a strong script' - Times of India". The Times of India.
- ↑ Subramanian, Anupama (1 February 2020). "The spirit of Chennai". Deccan Chronicle.
- ↑ "Bose Venkat's Kanni Maadam wraps shoot - Times of India". The Times of India.
- ↑ "Bose Venkat has always been passionate about movies: Samuthirakani - Times of India". The Times of India.
- ↑ "Bose Venkat is an inspiring personality: Vijay Sethupathi - Times of India". The Times of India.
- ↑ "Robo Shankar turns singer for Bose Venkat's film - Times of India". The Times of India.
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 "Kanni Maadam Movie Review: The lacklustre screenplay doesn't engage after a point". The Times of India.
- ↑ Subramanian, Anupama (22 February 2020). "Kanni Maadam review: A caste drama cast well by first-time director". Deccan Chronicle.
- ↑ "Bose Venkat's Kanni Maadam wins at Toronto Tamil Film Festival - Times of India". The Times of India.
External linksEdit
- Kanni Maadam on IMDb