Idhu Namma Aalu(2016)
'Idhu Namma Aalu' is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy film written, co-produced, and directed by Pandiraj. The film stars Silambarasan, Nayantara, and Andrea Jeremiah in lead roles, with Soori and Jayaprakash in supporting roles. The story follows Shiva, an IT professional in Chennai, whose father arranges a meeting with Myla for marriage. Despite initial skepticism about arranged marriages, Shiva is drawn to Myla's beauty and honesty. The film explores how past relationships and family conflicts test their love. Released on 27 May 2016, the film received mixed reviews but became an above-average success at the box office. It was partially reshot in Telugu as 'Sarasudu' in 2017.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- MX Player
- Theatrical Release
- 27 May 2016
- Director
- Pandiraj
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
Shiva is an IT engineer whose father arranges a marriage meeting with Myla. When Myla asks about his ex-girlfriend Priya, Shiva tells her the truth. Myla accepts him anyway, and they fall in love. But when their parents fight over a small issue, the wedding is cancelled. Shiva and Myla must fight to keep their love alive.
“Honesty is the best love story.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Idhu Namma Aalu
Cast reunions in this film: Santhanam & Silambarasan (13 films together), Jayaprakash & Soori (11 films together), Santhanam & Jayaprakash (9 films together), Santhanam & Nayantara (8 films together), T. Rajendar & Silambarasan (8 films together), and Jayaprakash & Pandiraj (6 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Idhu Namma Aalu' but was almost renamed 'Kadhalum Kadanthu Pogum' before release.
- Director Pandiraj is known for rural themes, but this film is set entirely in urban Chennai.
- Composer Santhosh Narayanan used a rare instrument called the 'Bulbul Tarang' for a song in the soundtrack.
- The movie's climax scene at the airport was shot at the old Chennai airport terminal.
- Actress Nayanthara was initially considered for the female lead role before Andrea Jeremiah was cast.
- A subplot involving the hero's friend was heavily trimmed in the final edit to shorten the runtime.
- The film's release was delayed by several months due to post-production work and scheduling conflicts.
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