Kanimozhi (film)
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Kanimozhi is a 2010 Tamil-language musical romance film
. Directed and written by Sripathi Rangasamy and jointly produced by T. Siva
and Sona Heiden
, it stars Jai
and Shazahn Padamsee
in the lead roles. The film features music composed by Satish Chakravarthy, cinematography by Chidamparam and editing done by duo K. L. Praveen and N. B. Srikanth.
The film is based on the philosophy that dreams will be fulfilled, presenting Jai as having a fetish for writing a diary, while changing things that go wrong in his life to have a happy ending. He comes across a pretty girl, played by Shazahn Padamsee, who he is intimidated by and cannot build up the courage to tell her his true feelings. Meanwhile, Vijay Vasanth also takes a liking to her and uses a different method to convey his feelings. Whom the girl falls for forms the crux of the story.
The film was launched in March 2010 and shot in 46 days, being completed in August 2010. Following the release of Enthiran and post-production works, the film was delayed by three months and released on November 26, 2010 to mixed reviews. The film subsequently became a failure at the box-office despite taking an average opening, with the film being crowded out by new big-budgeted releases.
's production, Saroja, the director of that film, Venkat Prabhu
, recommended his assistant Sripathy Rangasamy to Siva for a potential collaboration. Venkat Prabhu also recommended Sona Heiden
as a joint producer for the project. Sripathy had written the story of Kanimozhi in college and built the screenplay around a story based on philosophy. Siva suggested the title, Kanimozhi, in hope to build up anticipation for the film and believed that titling the film after a prominent female politician in M. K. Kanimozhi would help the film's publicity. After approaching her, she stated she had no objection with the title and praised the film's storyline. Subsequently posters emerged around Chennai
without any credits attached, only featuring the bold lettering of the film's name to create hype.
After working in two films where Sripathy had been an assistant director, Jai
was signed to play the leading role of Rajesh. The director suggested that he had wanted an actor who "looked 21" and Jai was "the best bet". Swati Reddy, who featured opposite Jai in the 2008 blockbuster, Subramaniyapuram, was initially considered for the leading female role but was then dropped. Swati later appeared in the film in a guest appearance during the climax. Shazahn Padamsee
, who had appeared opposite Ranbir Kapoor
in Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year
, subsequently signed on and made her début in Tamil films. Shazahn was approached after Sripathy was sent images of her portfolio by a model-coordinator from Mumbai
, and she agreed to do the film after consent from her father, noted theatre personality, Alyque Padamsee
. Vijay Vasanth
was signed on to play a significant role in the film, while Ranga and Michael Thangadurai
were selected to play Jai's friends. Sakthi Saravanan
's associate P. Chidamparam was selected to make his début as cinematographer with Kanimozhi. While, Satish Chakravarthy was signed for the project ten minutes into a meeting with the makers of the film. Notably, T. Siva's maiden production had featured music composed by Satish Chakravarthy's father. Venkat Prabhu's editing team of Praveen and Srikanth was also retained for the project.
, K. S. Ravikumar
and Venkat Prabhu
, and several cast members from Jai's previous film, Chennai 600028
. Satish Chakravarthy performed songs from the film at the event, while noted actor Nassar
compered the event. Following the launch in March, the film started the first schedule in April, and completed the shoot of the film within 46 days, shorter than the average Tamil film would take to be completed. Furthermore, unlike other most other Indian films, the film was shot with live sound, while a special silent camera was also used. The sound was later mixed at Yashraj Studios in Mumbai and audiographed by Anandar Chandrahasan. The whole cast had spoken their lines on the set, with only Shazahn Padamsee's voice being dubbed. The song "Muzhumadhi" in the film, was dubbed as the "underwater song" and was completed entirely through the use of graphics, while final mixing for many scenes were record at the Sterling Sound studio, USA. In April 2010, Jai celebrated his 25th birthday while at the filming location in Chennai, with the team throwing a party for him. In June, the film progressed with Shazahn and Jai filming scenes at the AVM Studios in Vadapalani
, Chennai
. The song recorded at the studio ended the filming portions of the project, which was then wrapped up on June 18, 2010. Despite being a love story, the lead pair had only shot together for two weeks, although the pair have since stated that they bonded during the filming, helping the on screen chemistry of the characters. Post production works began for the film in July 2010, preparing for a release in August, however the film was later delayed and works finished in September 2010. A final press meet, two weeks before release, was held on November 13, 2010 with most of the cast in attendance. The producers released the video songs to the film five days before the film released to gain publicity, with Kalaignar TV
winning the screening rights; while they also acquired the Behindwoods.com homepage for adverts during the time of release.
for special invitees including Silambarasan, Prasanna
and most of Jai's co-stars from his previous films. Shazahn Padamsee, whose Telugu film Orange released on the same day, was unable to make the premiere after suffering from malaria
. The film was consequently released throughout Tamil Nadu
the following day, having a bigger release in multiplexes across Chennai
than Myshkin's Nandhalala, which was released on the same day. The film took an average opening at the Chennai
box office, beginning in third position and completing 116 shows over the weekend, grossing 14 lakh rupees. The film, subsequently became a failure at the box office despite taking an average opening, with the presence of several other big budget films such as Enthiran, Chikku Bukku
and Ratha Sarithram
being played at the same time.
.com labelled the film as "OK" and that for "the intentions alone, the makers of Kanimozhi deserve a thumbs-up". In regard to the performances, Jai
's role was appreciated and described as "endearingly likeable", while Shazahn Padamsee
"looked pretty and was photographed well" but "could have invested more energy and expression to her character". The review goes on to claim that Swati's scene in the climax "scores", and that music by Sathish Chakravarthy "are just about ok but come as speed breakers". The critic cites that "most scenes lack the energy that was required to elevate this film into a different level" and the final result is a "promising but sadly tiresome film" but that it will make you "leave the theatre with a smile on your face". The review site Top10cinema, branded the film as "average" claiming it "could have been much better". Sripathy is praised, citing that "the debutant filmmaker’s portrayal of characters is appealing" but that "the film fails to offer grippingness at several points". The performances from the actors received a mixed response with Jai dubbed as "too raw and naturalistic" and Shazahn Padamsee being likened to a "Barbie Doll
without reaction". However, Vijay Vasanth's acting was described as "appeasing" and Swati's cameo in the climax was also praised in the review. The film received a similar review from Rediff.com, praising the films intentions but criticzing the final product.
The Hindu
newspaper gave it a more critical review, giving a verdict that the film is "a real test of your patience" but revealed it was a "genuine attempt at creating realistic cinema that also entertains", praising the story and the screenplay. The review however concludes the script itself was limited, and the actors' performances were therefore limited. The review from Behindwoods.com was much less favourable, giving the film 1 star out of 5, citing that is "disapponting" and that it fails to live up to expectations. It cites that for Jai "it is just another film in his career" as per for Vijay Vasanth
, while Shazahn Padamsee's performance is particularly criticised with a claim that she "does not seem to know the spelling of emotion in any scene". In regard to technical aspects of the film, it claims that the music by Satish Chakravarthy is "good" but the cinematography "appears bleached through out". The direction also gains criticism for a "screenplay fails to engage the viewer and is ineffective", describing the film "as a soul-less affair".
was delayed. The soundtrack album features 4 songs, and an additional musical version of another song. The lyrics are penned by Na. Muthukumar
and Pa. Vijay while the audio rights for the album were bought by Think Music. The songs were appreciated from critics with a review citing "the music is tidy and uncluttered" and Sathish Chakravarthy’s "creativity comes to the fore in a couple of songs", concluding that the "album certainly does not disappoint".
The audio was released in a large function on 22 July 2010 at Kalaignar Arangam, with the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, M. Karunanidhi
and noted actor Vijay
being the chief guests at the event and receiving the first copy of the soundtrack. An animated trailer, the first of its kind in Indian cinema, featuring lead actors Jai and Shazahn Padamsee was screened along with three songs from the film. Closer to the release in mid October, a theatrical trailer was released.
Romance film
Romance films are love stories that focus on passion, emotion, and the affectionate involvement of the main characters and the journey that their love takes through courtship or marriage. Romance films make the love story or the search for love the main plot focus...
. Directed and written by Sripathi Rangasamy and jointly produced by T. Siva
T. Siva
T. Siva is an Indian film producer and distributor in Chennai, India. He has produced 15 films including Saroja and Kanimozhi. He owns the production company, Amma Creations . - Filmography :-External links:...
and Sona Heiden
Sona Heiden
Sona Heiden is an India film actress. She was Miss South India in 2002. She became famous for her best item songs in Kollywood movies. She has appeared in the Tamil film, Kuselan in 2008...
, it stars Jai
Jai (actor)
Jai is a Tamil film actor. He is best known for his performances and appearances in the films Chennai 600028, Subramaniapuram and Engeyum Eppodhum. He is the nephew of music director Deva. Srikanth Deva is his cousin....
and Shazahn Padamsee
Shazahn Padamsee
Shazahn Padamsee is an Indian film and stage actress, who has also worked a model. Daughter of noted actors Alyque Padamsee and Sharon Prabhakar, she made her first film appearance in the 2009 Hindi film Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year...
in the lead roles. The film features music composed by Satish Chakravarthy, cinematography by Chidamparam and editing done by duo K. L. Praveen and N. B. Srikanth.
The film is based on the philosophy that dreams will be fulfilled, presenting Jai as having a fetish for writing a diary, while changing things that go wrong in his life to have a happy ending. He comes across a pretty girl, played by Shazahn Padamsee, who he is intimidated by and cannot build up the courage to tell her his true feelings. Meanwhile, Vijay Vasanth also takes a liking to her and uses a different method to convey his feelings. Whom the girl falls for forms the crux of the story.
The film was launched in March 2010 and shot in 46 days, being completed in August 2010. Following the release of Enthiran and post-production works, the film was delayed by three months and released on November 26, 2010 to mixed reviews. The film subsequently became a failure at the box-office despite taking an average opening, with the film being crowded out by new big-budgeted releases.
Cast
- JaiJai (actor)Jai is a Tamil film actor. He is best known for his performances and appearances in the films Chennai 600028, Subramaniapuram and Engeyum Eppodhum. He is the nephew of music director Deva. Srikanth Deva is his cousin....
as Rajesh - Shazahn PadamseeShazahn PadamseeShazahn Padamsee is an Indian film and stage actress, who has also worked a model. Daughter of noted actors Alyque Padamsee and Sharon Prabhakar, she made her first film appearance in the 2009 Hindi film Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year...
as Anu - Vijay VasanthVijay VasanthVijay Vasanth is an Tamil film actor and model. He is the son of entrepreneur H. Vasanthakumar.-Filmography:-External links:...
as Gowshik - Ranga as Hari
- Michael ThangaduraiMichael ThangaduraiMichael Thangadurai is an Indian actor and dancer. He made his acting debut in Kana Kaanum Kaalangal. Since then he has been in many dance reality shows, including Season 3 of Star Vijay's Jodi Number One, which he won....
as Michael - Ashwin Raja as Deepak
- Ajai.R as Dilip
- Swati Reddy in a guest appearance
Development
After the success of T. SivaT. Siva
T. Siva is an Indian film producer and distributor in Chennai, India. He has produced 15 films including Saroja and Kanimozhi. He owns the production company, Amma Creations . - Filmography :-External links:...
's production, Saroja, the director of that film, Venkat Prabhu
Venkat Prabhu
Venkat Kumar Gangai Amaren , better known by his stage name Venkat Prabhu is an Indian filmmaker, who has worked as an actor, director and playback singer in the Tamil film industry...
, recommended his assistant Sripathy Rangasamy to Siva for a potential collaboration. Venkat Prabhu also recommended Sona Heiden
Sona Heiden
Sona Heiden is an India film actress. She was Miss South India in 2002. She became famous for her best item songs in Kollywood movies. She has appeared in the Tamil film, Kuselan in 2008...
as a joint producer for the project. Sripathy had written the story of Kanimozhi in college and built the screenplay around a story based on philosophy. Siva suggested the title, Kanimozhi, in hope to build up anticipation for the film and believed that titling the film after a prominent female politician in M. K. Kanimozhi would help the film's publicity. After approaching her, she stated she had no objection with the title and praised the film's storyline. Subsequently posters emerged around Chennai
Chennai
Chennai , formerly known as Madras or Madarasapatinam , is the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, located on the Coromandel Coast off the Bay of Bengal. Chennai is the fourth most populous metropolitan area and the sixth most populous city in India...
without any credits attached, only featuring the bold lettering of the film's name to create hype.
After working in two films where Sripathy had been an assistant director, Jai
Jai (actor)
Jai is a Tamil film actor. He is best known for his performances and appearances in the films Chennai 600028, Subramaniapuram and Engeyum Eppodhum. He is the nephew of music director Deva. Srikanth Deva is his cousin....
was signed to play the leading role of Rajesh. The director suggested that he had wanted an actor who "looked 21" and Jai was "the best bet". Swati Reddy, who featured opposite Jai in the 2008 blockbuster, Subramaniyapuram, was initially considered for the leading female role but was then dropped. Swati later appeared in the film in a guest appearance during the climax. Shazahn Padamsee
Shazahn Padamsee
Shazahn Padamsee is an Indian film and stage actress, who has also worked a model. Daughter of noted actors Alyque Padamsee and Sharon Prabhakar, she made her first film appearance in the 2009 Hindi film Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year...
, who had appeared opposite Ranbir Kapoor
Ranbir Kapoor
Ranbir Kapoor is an Indian actor who appears in Bollywood movies.Making his acting debut in the 2007 film Saawariya, for which he won the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut, Kapoor went on to earn critical praise for his performance in Wake Up Sid...
in Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year
Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year
Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year is a Hindi film directed by Shimit Amin and produced by Yash Raj Films. Screenplay of the film is by Jaideep Sahni, who collaborated with Shimit Amin for Chak De! India. Ranbir Kapoor, Shazahn Padamsee and Gauhar Khan play primary roles in the movie...
, subsequently signed on and made her début in Tamil films. Shazahn was approached after Sripathy was sent images of her portfolio by a model-coordinator from Mumbai
Mumbai
Mumbai , formerly known as Bombay in English, is the capital of the Indian state of Maharashtra. It is the most populous city in India, and the fourth most populous city in the world, with a total metropolitan area population of approximately 20.5 million...
, and she agreed to do the film after consent from her father, noted theatre personality, Alyque Padamsee
Alyque Padamsee
Alyque Padamsee is an Indian theater personality and ad film maker. He is probably best known in the English-speaking world for playing Muhammad Ali Jinnah in the film Gandhi...
. Vijay Vasanth
Vijay Vasanth
Vijay Vasanth is an Tamil film actor and model. He is the son of entrepreneur H. Vasanthakumar.-Filmography:-External links:...
was signed on to play a significant role in the film, while Ranga and Michael Thangadurai
Michael Thangadurai
Michael Thangadurai is an Indian actor and dancer. He made his acting debut in Kana Kaanum Kaalangal. Since then he has been in many dance reality shows, including Season 3 of Star Vijay's Jodi Number One, which he won....
were selected to play Jai's friends. Sakthi Saravanan
Sakthi Saravanan
Sakthi Saravanan is an Indian cinematographer, who works in the Tamil film industry. He is best known for his work in Venkat Prabhu directorials. He has done many Hit movies and became a Popular director like Chennai 600028,Saroja, Siva Manasula Sakthi, and Boss Engira Bhaskaran...
's associate P. Chidamparam was selected to make his début as cinematographer with Kanimozhi. While, Satish Chakravarthy was signed for the project ten minutes into a meeting with the makers of the film. Notably, T. Siva's maiden production had featured music composed by Satish Chakravarthy's father. Venkat Prabhu's editing team of Praveen and Srikanth was also retained for the project.
Filming
The film was launched in a ceremony in Chennai on March 25, 2010 organised by the producers of the film. The event was attended by prominent directors including BalaBala (director)
Bala is an Indian film director, screenwriter, and producer, working in Tamil cinema. Bala is frequently credited with having "revolutionized Tamil cinema", through his realistic, dark and disturbing films that have garnered high critical acclaim...
, K. S. Ravikumar
K. S. Ravikumar
K. S. Ravikumar is an Indian film director and actor, primarily working in Tamil cinema. He has directed numerous films ranging from comedy and drama to action thrillers. His film Dasavathaaram went on to gross $16 million worldwide in the first four weeks and eventually became one of the...
and Venkat Prabhu
Venkat Prabhu
Venkat Kumar Gangai Amaren , better known by his stage name Venkat Prabhu is an Indian filmmaker, who has worked as an actor, director and playback singer in the Tamil film industry...
, and several cast members from Jai's previous film, Chennai 600028
Chennai 600028
Chennai 600028 is a 2007 Tamil sports comedy film written and directed by Venkat Prabhu, making his directorial debut. The film stars Shiva, Jai, Premji Amaran, Aravind Akash, Nithin Sathya and newcomers Ajay Raj, Ranjith, Vijay Vasanth, Prasanna, Karthik and Arun in the lead along with...
. Satish Chakravarthy performed songs from the film at the event, while noted actor Nassar
Nassar
Nassar is a Tamil actor, producer, writer, director, lyricist, and singer. He has appeared in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Hindi and English films. He is often cited as part of India's specialist character actors, along with the likes of Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri and Nana Patekar...
compered the event. Following the launch in March, the film started the first schedule in April, and completed the shoot of the film within 46 days, shorter than the average Tamil film would take to be completed. Furthermore, unlike other most other Indian films, the film was shot with live sound, while a special silent camera was also used. The sound was later mixed at Yashraj Studios in Mumbai and audiographed by Anandar Chandrahasan. The whole cast had spoken their lines on the set, with only Shazahn Padamsee's voice being dubbed. The song "Muzhumadhi" in the film, was dubbed as the "underwater song" and was completed entirely through the use of graphics, while final mixing for many scenes were record at the Sterling Sound studio, USA. In April 2010, Jai celebrated his 25th birthday while at the filming location in Chennai, with the team throwing a party for him. In June, the film progressed with Shazahn and Jai filming scenes at the AVM Studios in Vadapalani
Vadapalani
-Murugan Koyil:Built about 125 years back, this much-hallowed and regularly frequented Lord Muruga sannidhi has emerged from a thatched shed, an unostentatious one enshrining a Murugan picture only, and established for itself a name on par with ancient places of worship...
, Chennai
Chennai
Chennai , formerly known as Madras or Madarasapatinam , is the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, located on the Coromandel Coast off the Bay of Bengal. Chennai is the fourth most populous metropolitan area and the sixth most populous city in India...
. The song recorded at the studio ended the filming portions of the project, which was then wrapped up on June 18, 2010. Despite being a love story, the lead pair had only shot together for two weeks, although the pair have since stated that they bonded during the filming, helping the on screen chemistry of the characters. Post production works began for the film in July 2010, preparing for a release in August, however the film was later delayed and works finished in September 2010. A final press meet, two weeks before release, was held on November 13, 2010 with most of the cast in attendance. The producers released the video songs to the film five days before the film released to gain publicity, with Kalaignar TV
Kalaignar TV
Kalaignar TV is a Tamil language satellite television channel based in Chennai, India.-History:After disputes between Kalanithi Maran and M. K. Azhagiri, Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi launched this channel on September 15 2007...
winning the screening rights; while they also acquired the Behindwoods.com homepage for adverts during the time of release.
Reception
The producers held a premiere for Kanimozhi on November 25, 2010 at Sathyam Cinemas, ChennaiChennai
Chennai , formerly known as Madras or Madarasapatinam , is the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, located on the Coromandel Coast off the Bay of Bengal. Chennai is the fourth most populous metropolitan area and the sixth most populous city in India...
for special invitees including Silambarasan, Prasanna
Prasanna (actor)
Prasanna is an Indian actor in the Tamil film industry. He made his debut in Five Star in 2002, which was produced by Mani Ratnam. Apart from lead roles, he has also played supporting roles. His film Achchamundu! Achchamundu!, in which he starred alongside Sneha and American actor John Shea, was...
and most of Jai's co-stars from his previous films. Shazahn Padamsee, whose Telugu film Orange released on the same day, was unable to make the premiere after suffering from malaria
Malaria
Malaria is a mosquito-borne infectious disease of humans and other animals caused by eukaryotic protists of the genus Plasmodium. The disease results from the multiplication of Plasmodium parasites within red blood cells, causing symptoms that typically include fever and headache, in severe cases...
. The film was consequently released throughout Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu is one of the 28 states of India. Its capital and largest city is Chennai. Tamil Nadu lies in the southernmost part of the Indian Peninsula and is bordered by the union territory of Pondicherry, and the states of Kerala, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh...
the following day, having a bigger release in multiplexes across Chennai
Chennai
Chennai , formerly known as Madras or Madarasapatinam , is the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, located on the Coromandel Coast off the Bay of Bengal. Chennai is the fourth most populous metropolitan area and the sixth most populous city in India...
than Myshkin's Nandhalala, which was released on the same day. The film took an average opening at the Chennai
Chennai
Chennai , formerly known as Madras or Madarasapatinam , is the capital city of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, located on the Coromandel Coast off the Bay of Bengal. Chennai is the fourth most populous metropolitan area and the sixth most populous city in India...
box office, beginning in third position and completing 116 shows over the weekend, grossing 14 lakh rupees. The film, subsequently became a failure at the box office despite taking an average opening, with the presence of several other big budget films such as Enthiran, Chikku Bukku
Chikku Bukku
Chikku Bhukku is a 2010 Tamil romance film written and directed by Manikandan, starring Arya, Shriya Saran and debutante Preetika in the lead roles, with Santhanam and Anoop in supporting roles. The film was released on 3 December 2010. The plot of the movie is based on that of the Korean Movie...
and Ratha Sarithram
Rakta Charitra
Rakta Charitra is a two-part Indian biographical film based on the life of Paritala Ravindra, directed by Ram Gopal Varma. The film features Vivek Oberoi as Ravindra in the lead role, whilst Suriya plays as Surya, who predominantly appears in the second part...
being played at the same time.
Reviews
Upon release, the film received mixed reviews from critics, mostly criticising the screen writing from the director. The review from SifySify
Sify Technologies Limited is an Internet service provider established in 1998, based in Chennai, India.-Company profile:...
.com labelled the film as "OK" and that for "the intentions alone, the makers of Kanimozhi deserve a thumbs-up". In regard to the performances, Jai
Jai (actor)
Jai is a Tamil film actor. He is best known for his performances and appearances in the films Chennai 600028, Subramaniapuram and Engeyum Eppodhum. He is the nephew of music director Deva. Srikanth Deva is his cousin....
's role was appreciated and described as "endearingly likeable", while Shazahn Padamsee
Shazahn Padamsee
Shazahn Padamsee is an Indian film and stage actress, who has also worked a model. Daughter of noted actors Alyque Padamsee and Sharon Prabhakar, she made her first film appearance in the 2009 Hindi film Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year...
"looked pretty and was photographed well" but "could have invested more energy and expression to her character". The review goes on to claim that Swati's scene in the climax "scores", and that music by Sathish Chakravarthy "are just about ok but come as speed breakers". The critic cites that "most scenes lack the energy that was required to elevate this film into a different level" and the final result is a "promising but sadly tiresome film" but that it will make you "leave the theatre with a smile on your face". The review site Top10cinema, branded the film as "average" claiming it "could have been much better". Sripathy is praised, citing that "the debutant filmmaker’s portrayal of characters is appealing" but that "the film fails to offer grippingness at several points". The performances from the actors received a mixed response with Jai dubbed as "too raw and naturalistic" and Shazahn Padamsee being likened to a "Barbie Doll
Barbie
Barbie is a fashion doll manufactured by the American toy-company Mattel, Inc. and launched in March 1959. American businesswoman Ruth Handler is credited with the creation of the doll using a German doll called Bild Lilli as her inspiration....
without reaction". However, Vijay Vasanth's acting was described as "appeasing" and Swati's cameo in the climax was also praised in the review. The film received a similar review from Rediff.com, praising the films intentions but criticzing the final product.
The Hindu
The Hindu
The Hindu is an Indian English-language daily newspaper founded and continuously published in Chennai since 1878. According to the Audit Bureau of Circulations, it has a circulation of 1.46 million copies as of December 2009. The enterprise employed over 1,600 workers and gross income reached $40...
newspaper gave it a more critical review, giving a verdict that the film is "a real test of your patience" but revealed it was a "genuine attempt at creating realistic cinema that also entertains", praising the story and the screenplay. The review however concludes the script itself was limited, and the actors' performances were therefore limited. The review from Behindwoods.com was much less favourable, giving the film 1 star out of 5, citing that is "disapponting" and that it fails to live up to expectations. It cites that for Jai "it is just another film in his career" as per for Vijay Vasanth
Vijay Vasanth
Vijay Vasanth is an Tamil film actor and model. He is the son of entrepreneur H. Vasanthakumar.-Filmography:-External links:...
, while Shazahn Padamsee's performance is particularly criticised with a claim that she "does not seem to know the spelling of emotion in any scene". In regard to technical aspects of the film, it claims that the music by Satish Chakravarthy is "good" but the cinematography "appears bleached through out". The direction also gains criticism for a "screenplay fails to engage the viewer and is ineffective", describing the film "as a soul-less affair".
Soundtrack
The soundtrack to Kanimozhi was composed by Satish Chakravarthy, for whom the film became his first theatrical release, as his previous album LeelaiLeelai
Leelai is an upcoming Indian Tamil romance film directed by Andrew Vasanth Louis and produced by Aascar Films' V. Ravichandran. It stars newcomers Shiv Pandit and Manasi Parekh in lead roles along with Santhanam and Suhasini Raju in pivotal roles...
was delayed. The soundtrack album features 4 songs, and an additional musical version of another song. The lyrics are penned by Na. Muthukumar
Na. Muthukumar
Na. Muthukumar is a Tamil poet and lyricist, who writes lyrics for Tamil film songs.-Career:Muthukumar began his career wanting to be a director and worked under Balu Mahendra for four years. But then he became a lyricist, beginning with the lyrics for the songs of the Tamil film Veera Nadai,...
and Pa. Vijay while the audio rights for the album were bought by Think Music. The songs were appreciated from critics with a review citing "the music is tidy and uncluttered" and Sathish Chakravarthy’s "creativity comes to the fore in a couple of songs", concluding that the "album certainly does not disappoint".
The audio was released in a large function on 22 July 2010 at Kalaignar Arangam, with the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, M. Karunanidhi
M. Karunanidhi
Muthuvel Karunanidhi is an Indian politician and a former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. He is the head of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam , a Dravidian political party in the state of Tamil Nadu. He has been the leader of the DMK since the death of its founder, C. N...
and noted actor Vijay
Joseph Vijay
Vijay is an Indian film actor and playback singer, who is based in the cinema of Tamil Nadu. He is the son of film producer and director S. A. Chandrasekhar. After performing uncredited roles as a child actor in films produced by his father, he made his debut in a lead role in the 1992 film...
being the chief guests at the event and receiving the first copy of the soundtrack. An animated trailer, the first of its kind in Indian cinema, featuring lead actors Jai and Shazahn Padamsee was screened along with three songs from the film. Closer to the release in mid October, a theatrical trailer was released.