Upon release in July 2015, opened to widespread critical acclaim. The Hindu called it "a faithful remake that fires on all cylinders thanks to Kamal." Behindwoods gave it 3.75/5, praising the "claustrophobic second half."
: If you plan to visit the interior forest areas like Manjolai, you must obtain prior permission from the Ambasamudram Forest Office Dining & Stay papanasam -2015-
: Be cautious of monkeys near the dam and falls; keep your belongings secure [5.6, 5.21]. Upon release in July 2015, opened to widespread
The story centers on (Kamal Haasan), a fourth-grade dropout and an avid cable TV operator in a rural Tamil Nadu town. He is a devoted father and husband, living a modest life with his wife Rani (Gautami) and two daughters. Upon release in July 2015
