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Action
Comedy

Thirumalai (2003) Review in 2025

6.5/10
Average

Thirumalai is a tamil action comedy film that tells the story of a man who gets mistaken for a don and the hilarious situations that follow.

2 hours 30 minutes
Tamil (Dubbed: Telugu)
Age group: 15-30, Interests: Action, Comedy
Director:
Ramana Magesh
Budget: 10 million INR
Gross: 50 million INR

Family-Friendly Rating

Is this movie suitable for family viewing?

This movie is not suitable for family viewing due to its mature themes, language, and violence.

CineReview Recommendation

This movie is worth watching for fans of Vijay and Tamil action comedies, but it's not a must-watch for everyone.

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The movie follows the story of Thirumalai, a simpleton who gets mistaken for a notorious don by a gangster's daughter. As he tries to clear his name, he gets entangled in a series of hilarious situations, including a fake marriage and a fake gang war.

Review Details

story7.00/10

The story is engaging and entertaining, but it's not particularly original or memorable.

acting8.00/10

The acting is excellent, with Vijay delivering a standout performance as Thirumalai.

characters8.00/10

The characters are well-developed and relatable, especially Thirumalai, who is a lovable and funny protagonist.

direction6.00/10

The direction is average, with some scenes feeling rushed and others feeling dragged out.

cinematography7.00/10

The cinematography is good, with some nice visuals and action sequences.

Pros and Cons

Pros

The movie has a engaging storyline, well-developed characters, and excellent acting. The cinematography and action sequences are also noteworthy.

Cons

The direction is average, and the movie feels a bit rushed in some places. The humor is also not particularly original or memorable.

Notable Quotes

"Gangster's daughter: 'You're not a don, you're just a fool.'"
"Thirumalai: 'I'm not a don, I'm just a simple man who wants to live a simple life.'"

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