Pandi Oliperukki Nilayam(2012)
Pandi Oliperukki Nilayam is a 2012 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy film written and directed by Rasu Madhuravan. The film stars Sabarish as Pandi and Sunaina as Valarmathi, with Soori, Karunas, and Thambi Ramaiah in supporting roles. The story follows a loudspeaker business owner who falls in love with a girl from a family of six protective brothers. The film was originally titled Mike Set Pandi before being retaken. It features a soundtrack composed by Kavi Periyathambi with lyrics by Nanalala and Kavi Periyathambi. The film received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its comedy track and climax fight set in an Emu farm. The Times of India gave it three out of five stars, noting it was time well spent despite its length.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 17 August 2012
- Director
- Rasu Madhuravan
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
Pandi runs a loudspeaker rental business in his village and falls for Valarmathi at first sight. But Valarmathi has six older brothers who protect her fiercely and scare away every suitor. Pandi must find a way to win her heart while dealing with his rich rival Amarkalam and his own chaotic family.
“Love speaks louder than words”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Pandi Oliperukki Nilayam
Cast reunions in this film: Thambi Ramaiah & Ganja Karuppu (6 films together), Thambi Ramaiah & Karunas (4 films together), Thambi Ramaiah & Sunaina (2 films together), and Ganja Karuppu & Sunaina (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Mike Set Pandi' before its final name change.
- Director Rasu Madhuravan also wrote the story, which was uncommon for many comedies at the time.
- Lead actor Sabarish was primarily known for his role in the TV serial 'Markandeyan' before this film.
- The movie's title is a playful Tamil phrase referring to a chaotic or noisy place.
- It was one of the few 2012 Tamil films shot extensively in smaller towns to capture a local vibe.
- The soundtrack was composed by Sathish, who was a newer music director at the time.
- Despite being a romantic comedy, the film had a very limited theatrical run and low publicity.