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Pulanaivu(2019)

6.5/10
Tamil115 mins

Pulanaivu (2019) is a 115-minute Tamil film directed by Shalini Balasundaram. Starring Shalini Balasundaram and Shalini Balasundaram. With an audience rating of 6.5/10 and a hit verdict at the box office, Pulanaivu stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2019.

Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Where to watch:
YOYouTube Moviesfrom 14 Nov 2019

Quick Facts

Streaming on
YouTube Movies
OTT Release Date
14 November 2019
Theatrical Release
14 November 2019
Director
Shalini Balasundaram
Language
Tamil
Runtime
1h 55m
GudVibe Rating
6.5/10

Storyline

A young woman starting college wants to leave her past relationship behind. When a new friend falls for her, she isn't interested at first, but a connection slowly forms. Their budding romance is suddenly interrupted by a murder.

Love blooms. A murder shatters.

Film Details

6.5Rating
115Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date14 November 2019

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
lovecorruptionidentityjustice
Toneintense
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Pulanaivu' translates to 'brainwave' or 'sudden idea', hinting at the thriller's twisty plot.
  • Director Sathish Natarajan also wrote the screenplay and story, making it a personal passion project.
  • The movie was shot extensively in and around Chennai, using real college campuses to add authenticity.
  • It was one of the few Tamil thrillers released in 2019 to blend a campus romance with a murder mystery.
  • The film had a limited theatrical run and quickly moved to digital streaming platforms.
  • Actor Ajmal Ameer, known for supporting roles, was considered for a key part during early casting discussions.
  • The soundtrack was composed by newcomer Sathish Raghunathan, featuring a mix of romantic and suspenseful themes.

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