Kanni Maadam
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| Kanni Maadam | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Bose Venkat |
| Written by | Bose Venkat |
| Produced by | Muhammed Hasheer |
| Starring | Sriram Karthik Chaya Devi Vishnu |
| Cinematography | Iniyan J Harish |
| Edited by | Rizaal jainy |
| Music by | Hari Sai |
Production company | Rooby Films |
Release date |
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Running time | 132 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
Kanni Maadam is a 2020 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Bose Venkat in his directorial debut.[1] The film stars newcomers Sriram Karthik, Chaya Devi, and Vishnu.[2][3] The film received mixed to positive reviews from critics.
Cast
[edit]- Sriram Karthik as Anbu
- Chaya Devi as Malar
- Aadukalam Murugadoss as Shankar
- Vishnu Ramasamy as Kathir
- Mime Gopi as Inspector Paramasivam
- Valeena Princes as Auto Driver
- Priyanka Robo Shankar as Landlady
- Gajaraj as Anbu's father
- Ananthraj
- Rindhu Ravi
Production
[edit]Principal photography commenced on 18 February 2019 and ended on 16 May 2019.[4]
Soundtrack
[edit]Several celebrities attended the audio launch including Vijay Sethupathi, Bharath, Samuthirakani, Vikraman, Harish Kalyan, Gayathrie.[5][2][6]
Newcomer Hari Sai composed the film's songs.[1] Robo Shankar made his singing debut in the film.[7]
- "Oyadha Megam" – Shweta Mohan
- "Moonu Kaalu Vaaganam" – Robo Shankar
- "Oru Veedu" – Vijay Yesudas
- "Andarathil Thongudhaiya" – Anthony Daasan
- "Thee Pidithu" – Arvind Mukundan, Priyanka NK
- "Yen Devan" – Sirisha
- "Villu Paatu" – Hari Sai
Release and reception
[edit]Kaani Maadam was released on 21 February 2020.[8] The Times of India gave the film two out of five stars and wrote that "However, it is the overdose of melodrama which lets the film down. The lacklustre screenplay doesn’t engage after a point".[8] Similarly, The Deccan Chronicle gave the film two-and-a-half out of five stars and stated that " Had the director concentrated on a better screenplay, the film would have had a bigger impact" while praising the performances of the cast.[9]
Accolades
[edit]| Year | Award | Category | Nominee | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Toronto Tamil Film Festival | Audience Award for Best Feature film | Kanni Maadam | Won | [10] |
| 2021 | South Indian International Movie Awards | SIIMA Award for Best Debut Actor – Tamil | Kanni Maadam | Won | |
| 2021 | South Indian International Movie Awards | SIIMA Award for Best Debut Actress – Tamil | Kanni Maadam | Nominated | |
| 2021 | South Indian International Movie Awards | SIIMA Award for Best Debut Producer – Tamil | Kanni Maadam | Nominated |
- Screening Chennai International Film festival 2020
- Osaka International Film Festival Japan screening
- 2020 Tamil Best Film screening Chennai Film Festival 2020 along with 11 films
References
[edit]- ^ a b CR, Sharanya (6 March 2019). "A love story for Bose Venkat's directorial debut". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 23 February 2019. Retrieved 31 March 2020.
- ^ a b "'Kanni Madam has a strong script'". The Times of India. 17 February 2020. Archived from the original on 30 December 2020. Retrieved 31 March 2020.
- ^ Subramanian, Anupama (1 February 2020). "The spirit of Chennai". Deccan Chronicle. Archived from the original on 20 June 2020. Retrieved 10 May 2020.
- ^ "Bose Venkat's Kanni Maadam wraps shoot". The Times of India. 24 May 2019. Archived from the original on 28 May 2019. Retrieved 31 March 2020.
- ^ "Bose Venkat has always been passionate about movies: Samuthirakani". The Times of India. 17 February 2020. Archived from the original on 7 December 2021. Retrieved 31 March 2020.
- ^ "Bose Venkat is an inspiring personality: Vijay Sethupathi". The Times of India. 17 February 2020. Archived from the original on 7 December 2021. Retrieved 31 March 2020.
- ^ "Robo Shankar turns singer for Bose Venkat's film". The Times of India. 8 February 2020. Archived from the original on 7 April 2020. Retrieved 1 April 2020.
- ^ a b "Kanni Maadam Movie Review: The lacklustre screenplay doesn't engage after a point". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 31 March 2020. Retrieved 31 March 2020.
- ^ Subramanian, Anupama (22 February 2020). "Kanni Maadam review: A caste drama cast well by first-time director". Deccan Chronicle. Archived from the original on 8 April 2020. Retrieved 31 March 2020.
- ^ "Bose Venkat's Kanni Maadam wins at Toronto Tamil Film Festival". The Times of India. 16 September 2020. Archived from the original on 11 October 2021. Retrieved 7 December 2021.
External links
[edit]- Kanni Maadam at IMDb