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Manigandan KR

TimesNowNews·The South First

6Reviews
6.5Avg from 6 scored
2Publications

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Maharaja

Maharaja

2024 · TimesNowNews · Jun 2024

Vijay Sethupathi, Anurag Kashyap, and Manikandan impress in this revenge drama with strong performances that elevate the unconventional premise of a barber's quest to recover a dustbin.

7.0
TRM 5.9
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Star

Star

2024 · TimesNowNews · May 2024

A film that promises to inspire but ends up being just an entertainer.

6.0
TRM 5.4
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Rathnam

Rathnam

2024 · TimesNowNews · Apr 2024

Rathnam is a typical Hari entertainer that relies heavily on Vishal's star power and action sequences. While Priya Bhavani Shankar impresses with her performance, the film follows a predictable formula with limited novelty in its narrative approach.

6.0
TRM 4.6
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Lover

Lover

2024 · TimesNowNews · Feb 2024

Starting Manikandan and Sri Gouri Priya, Lover has been directed by debutant Prabhuram Vyas. Manikandan aces his role of a disgruntled man in this film.

7.0
TRM 6.4
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Joe

Joe

2023 · The South First · Nov 2023

Director Hariharan Ram comes up with a refreshing romantic drama that manages to win your heart. The first half works big time as you are able to emotionally connect with the developments on screen. If you are a romantic at heart, Joe is definitely worth your time and money.

6.0
TRM 5.7
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Maamannan

Maamannan

2023 · The South First · Jun 2023

Despite its flaws, the movie succeeds in its mission of making several significant points by the time it ends. Except for these minor issues, Maamannan works big time.

7.0
TRM 6.1
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