Pulanaivu(2019)
Tamil115 mins
Aishwarya, a young and beautiful woman who is just starting college, is trying to move on from her previous relationship. So she is not interested when one of her new friends falls for her and tries hard to earn her love and attention. As their love story develops, a murder suddenly occurs.
Director:Shalini Balasundaram
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
- 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
Where to Watch
YO
YouTube MoviesSubscription
Available from 14 Nov 2019
Vibe & Tags
Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
lovecorruptionidentityjustice
Toneintense
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3
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.