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Deiva Machan(2023)

5.5/10
Tamil131 mins

Deiva Machan (2023) is a 131-minute Tamil film directed by Martyn Nirmal Kumar. Starring Senthikumari, Vathsan Veeramani and Martyn Nirmal Kumar. With an audience rating of 5.5/10, Deiva Machan stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2023.

Mood:
emotionalfunnyuplifting
Where to watch:
OTT availability not confirmed yet. Check Netflix · Prime Video · Hotstar · ZEE5

Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
21 April 2023
Director
Martyn Nirmal Kumar
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 11m
GudVibe Rating
5.5/10

Storyline

A young man in a small town thinks his main purpose is to find a good husband for his sister. Just when he succeeds, he is suddenly confronted with a huge and completely unexpected problem.

A brother's perfect plan for his sister takes a magical twist.

Film Details

5.5Rating
131Minutes
TamilLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date21 April 2023
Also Known AsDeivaMachan · Dheiva Machan · Theiva Machan · DheivaMachan

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalfunnyuplifting
Themes
familyloveidentityfriendship
Tonewhimsical
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor4
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's director Martyn Nirmal Kumar is also known for directing the acclaimed 2022 film 'Writer'.
  • The movie was shot extensively in real locations around Theni district to capture a small-town feel.
  • Actor Vemal, who plays the lead, had to learn specific local mannerisms for his role as a caring brother.
  • The fantasy elements in the story were inspired by classic Tamil folk tales about familial duty and destiny.
  • It had a limited theatrical release but gained more attention after becoming available on streaming platforms.
  • A key song in the film uses traditional folk instruments like the 'urumi' to match its rural setting.
  • The title 'Deiva Machan' translates to 'Divine Brother-in-Law', hinting at the film's core relationship conflict.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Deiva Machan

Kuthiraikaran/ Narrator-Manjula6 films
Thabal Karthi-Jameendhar5 films
Jameendhar-Kuthiraikaran/ Narrator5 films
Parandhaman-Jameendhar3 films
Thabal Karthi-Manjula3 films
Thabal Karthi-Kuthiraikaran/ Narrator2 films
Thabal Karthi-Azhagammal2 films
Kuthiraikaran/ Narrator-Azhagammal2 films

Frequently Asked Questions