Manmadhan (2004) Review in 2025
Manmadhan is a 2004 Indian Tamil-language romantic thriller film directed by Anand Babu. The movie follows the story of a young man who gets entangled in a complex web of love and deceit.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
Not recommended for family viewing due to mature themes and some violence.
CineReview Recommendation
Watch if you're a fan of Tamil cinema or enjoy romantic thrillers.
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The movie revolves around the character of Karthik, played by Silambarasan, who falls in love with a woman named Nalini, played by Sadha. However, their love is put to test when Karthik discovers that Nalini is actually a woman with a dark past, and he must navigate through a series of events to uncover the truth about her.
Review Details
story7.00/10
The story is engaging and keeps the viewer hooked, but it's not particularly original or memorable.
acting7.00/10
The acting is decent, but some of the performances feel a bit forced.
characters6.00/10
The characters are well-developed, but some of them feel a bit one-dimensional.
direction7.00/10
The direction is good, but it could have been better with more attention to detail.
cinematography8.00/10
The cinematography is impressive, with some beautiful shots and a good use of lighting.
Pros and Cons
Pros
The movie has a engaging story, good cinematography, and some memorable quotes.
Cons
The characters feel a bit one-dimensional, and the direction could have been better.
Notable Quotes
"'Love is a many-splendored thing, but it's also a many-complicated thing.'"
"'Manmadhan' is a Tamil word that means 'a man who is mad about a woman.'"
