Maindhan (transl. Son) is a 2014 Tamil-language Malaysian action comedy film directed by C. Kumaresan, who also enacted the lead role. The film also stars Shaila, Gheetha, Rabbit Mac, Hanuman and THR Uthaya. Malaysia rapper Darkey made a special appearance. The film had a limited release on 8 August 2014 in Malaysia and Singapore, and was later released in Tamil Nadu.[3] It gained acclaim from critics and also emerged as the highest grossing locally produced Tamil film of all time before getting beaten by Vedigundu Pasangge in 2018.[4]
| Maindhan | |
|---|---|
 Film poster with old release date | |
| Directed by | C.Kumaresan |
| Produced by | Gayatri Su Lin Pillai C.Kumaresan |
| Starring | C.Kumaresan Shaila Gheetha Rabbit Mac |
| Cinematography | Dave Nesan |
| Edited by | M. S. Prem Nath |
| Music by | Mansher Singh Rabbit Mac |
Production companies | |
| Distributed by | Lotus Five Star AV |
Release dates |
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Running time | 150 minutes |
| Country | Malaysia |
| Language | Tamil |
| Box office | RM 903,550 |
Plot
editAfter failing in his love life, Dev finds company in alcohol. In his state, he often sees an old man who gives him hints on how his day is going to turn out. One day, he accidentally bumps into a young boy from a shelter home. He realises there is an uncanny similarity between the boy and his ex-girlfriend, so he decides to get to know the boy further only to uncover something Dev didn't wish he knew in the first place.
Cast
edit- C. Kumaresan (CK) as Dev[5]
- Shaila Nair as Shalini[5]
- Geetha as Gayathri[5]
- Rabbit Mac as Vinod
- Hanuman as Arun
- Uthaya THR Raaga
- Darkey
- Sheezay as Raj
Production
editFilm and television actor C. Kumaresan (CK) made his directorial debut with this film, for which he is also a co-producer.[6] In the film, he plays an illegal drifter who drives a Mazda RX-7 and underwent special training for the role.[6] Shaila plays CK's love interest.[6] Geetha plays an event manager although she was initially hesitant to act in films since she previously only produced several films.[7] The movie is about child trafficking.[6]
Soundtrack
editThe songs were composed by Mansher Singh and Rabbit Mac.[8]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Pothumada Saami" | Maney Villanz | Mansher Singh | CK Hanumen | 1:33 |
| 2. | "Idhayam Parakirrathey (Enu Mele Parakirari)" | Maney Villanz | Mansher Singh | Shaila Nair, Maney Villanz | 1:40 |
| 3. | "Amsamana Kuluvali" | Maney Villanz | Mansher Singh | Gayathri Thandapany, Maney Villanz | 1:47 |
| 4. | "Masuk (Amadi Embulay)" | Rabbit Mac | Rabbit Mac | Daddy Shaq, Rabbit Mac | 1:53 |
Reception
editMalini Mannath of The New Indian Express wrote that "C.K. has a pleasant screen presence and plays Dev with style and attitude. The songs are pleasant to hear and well picturised. The ‘Masuk....’ number, the pick of the lot, is peppy with some catchy lyrics. But the screenplay is weak and inconsistent. A serious issue like child trafficking has been treated with flippancy" and concluded that "Maindhan at the most is a promising effort from a debutant maker".[5]
Shaila Nair called the film one of her memorable projects.[9] After this film, Gheetha starred in several Indian films such as Kaaval (2015) and Sangu Chakkaram (2017).[10]
Accolades
edit| Date | Award | Category | Recipient(s) and nominee(s) | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 February 2015 | Malaysian Kalai Ulagam Awards | Best Male Newcomer | Rabbit Mac | Won | [11] |
| Best Female Newcomer | Shaila Nair | ||||
| Best Editor | Prem Nath | ||||
| 2015 | Edison Awards | Best Overseas Artiste | Geetha | [7] |
Home media
editThe film was available after 18 September 2014 on Astro First (Astro Ch 480).[4]
References
edit- ^ "Local film 'Maindhan' opens in Malaysia tomorrow". The Star. 7 August 2014. Archived from the original on 22 June 2024. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "Friday Fury – September 19". Sify. Archived from the original on 20 September 2014. Retrieved 19 September 2014.
- ^ "Malaysian Movie Maindhan Debuts in Chennai". Astro Shaw. 4 July 2014. Archived from the original on 28 February 2024. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ a b "How the director of local Tamil film 'Maindhan' beat the odds - Movies". The Star. Archived from the original on 19 September 2014.
- ^ a b c d Mannath, Malini (21 September 2014). "Malaysian Director's Becent [sic] Debut". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 27 July 2022. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ a b c d Gupta, Rinku (15 July 2014). "'My Dream has Come True with Maindhan'". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 1 July 2020. Retrieved 1 July 2020.
- ^ a b Omer, Aref (3 January 2018). "Malaysia Book of Records: Making her mark". New Straits Times. Archived from the original on 4 January 2018. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "Songs from Maindhan (2014)". Archived from the original on 14 December 2022.
- ^ "Datin Shaila Nair Is Our Malaysian Star Of The Month!". Raaga. 11 October 2019. Archived from the original on 22 June 2024. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "Malaysian Radio Personality Punnagai Poo Gheetha and Shriya Saran Starring In Sandakari". Raaga. 16 January 2020. Archived from the original on 22 June 2024. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ "Awards honours the best in local Indian entertainment scene". The Star. Archived from the original on 15 February 2016. Retrieved 20 May 2015.
