Ganesha Meendum Santhippom(2019)
Tamil119 mins
A comedy film directed by Ratheesh Erate, starring Oviya and Prithivi Rajan in the lead roles.
Director:Ratheesh Erate
Mood:
emotionalfunnyuplifting
Ganesha Meendum Santhippom is streaming on YouTube Movies since 5 April 2019.
Where to watch:YOYouTube Moviesfrom 5 Apr 2019
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube Movies
- OTT Release Date
- 5 April 2019
- Theatrical Release
- 5 April 2019
- Director
- Ratheesh Erate
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Rating
- 6.0/10
Storyline
A young man moves to a big city to make money. He needs it urgently to save his lover, whose life is in danger.
“A race to save her, a city to conquer.”
Film Details
6.0Rating
119Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date5 April 2019
Parental Guide
Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low
Where to Watch
YO
YouTube MoviesSubscription
Available from 5 Apr 2019
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionalfunnyuplifting
Themes
lovefamilysurvivalfriendship
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor3
Rewatchability3
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Ganesha Meendum Santhippom
Cast reunions in this film: Oviya & Singampuli (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title is a playful nod to the 1990 Tamil film 'Ganesha' starring Prabhu, though it is not a sequel.
- Director Ratheesh Erate is also a professional still photographer, which influenced the film's visual style.
- The movie was shot primarily in Chennai, capturing the city's urban landscape to contrast with the protagonist's village life.
- It features a cameo appearance by veteran comedian Mayilsamy, known for his roles in 2000s-era Tamil comedies.
- The soundtrack was composed by newcomer Sathish Selvam, blending folk and contemporary music for the rural-to-city theme.
- Despite its 2019 release, the film had a limited theatrical run and gained more attention through television broadcasts.
- A subplot involves the protagonist working in a call center, reflecting a common job for migrants in Indian cities.
