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Oru Pakka Kathai(2020)

7.0/10
Tamil132 mins

Oru Pakka Kathai (2020) is a 132-minute Tamil film directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan. With an audience rating of 7.0/10 and a hit verdict at the box office, Oru Pakka Kathai stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2020.

Mood:
emotionalfunnyuplifting
Where to watch:
YOYouTube Moviesfrom 25 Dec 2020

Quick Facts

Streaming on
YouTube Movies
OTT Release Date
25 December 2020
Theatrical Release
25 November 2020
Director
Balaji Tharaneetharan
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 12m
GudVibe Rating
7.0/10

Storyline

A young couple plans to marry after their families accept their relationship. Their plans are thrown into chaos when the woman reveals a hidden secret.

A secret threatens to tear a perfect marriage apart.

Film Details

7.0Rating
132Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date25 November 2020
Also Known AsOru Pakka Kadhai

Parental Guide

Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalfunnyuplifting
Themes
familyloveidentityfriendship
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor3
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title translates to 'A Packet Story', hinting at the secret that drives the plot.
  • Director Balaji Tharaneetharan is known for his debut 'Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom', another film with a unique comedic premise.
  • The movie was shot in a single schedule of around 30 days to maintain a consistent tone and budget.
  • Actor Kalidas Jayaram, who plays Saravanan, is the son of veteran actor Jayaram, making this a notable Tamil film for him.
  • The story is set almost entirely within a single house, creating a tight, stage-play-like feeling.
  • The film had a very limited theatrical release, partly due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and gained more attention through streaming platforms.
  • It explores societal pressure and family dynamics through a simple, conversational style rather than dramatic confrontations.

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