Kannathil Muthamittal

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"A Peck on the Cheek."
  • NR
  • 2002
  • 2 hr 10 min
  • 8.4  (9,064)

Kannathil Muthamittal is a Tamil language drama film released in the year 2002. The movie is directed and co-written by Mani Ratnam and stars Keerthana Parthiepan, Simran, Madhavan, Nandita Das, and Prakash Raj in crucial roles. The story revolves around a young girl named Amudha, played by Keerthana Parthiepan, who is adopted by a loving couple from Sri Lanka. She is brought up in a happy and peaceful environment, but when she learns about her adoption, she becomes curious to know about her biological mother.

As her parents fail to provide her with any satisfactory answers, Amudha sets out on a mission to find her birth mother. She learns that her birth mother is a Tamil rebel who gave birth to her while fighting for the cause of Sri Lankan Tamils. Amudha's biological mother is called Shyama, played by Nandita Das.

Determined to meet her mother, Amudha sets out on a perilous journey to the war-torn northern part of Sri Lanka with her father, played by Madhavan. The movie beautifully depicts the struggles and hardships faced by the Tamil rebels and the civilians caught in the crossfire between them and the Sri Lankan army.

Despite the danger, Amudha's desire to meet her mother only grows stronger. Along the way, she meets various characters, including a young boy who becomes her friend, a journalist who helps her find her mother, and a kind-hearted rebel leader who protects her.

As she gets closer to her destination, Amudha finds herself caught up in the grim reality of war. The final scenes of the movie are emotional and heartwarming, as Amudha finally meets her mother and learns about the sacrifices she made for her.

One of the standout features of Kannathil Muthamittal is its exceptional music, scored by A. R. Rahman. The songs blend perfectly with the storyline and enhance the emotional impact of the movie. The film also features some brilliantly choreographed action sequences, which heighten the tension and drama of the story.

Overall, Kannathil Muthamittal is a powerful and emotionally gripping movie that deals with complex themes such as war, loss, love, and family. The performances by the entire cast, especially Keerthana Parthiepan, Madhavan, and Nandita Das, are top-notch, and the direction by Mani Ratnam is excellent. It is a must-watch for all Tamil movie fans, and even those who are not familiar with the language will be captivated by its compelling storyline and beautiful visuals.

Kannathil Muthamittal is a 2002 drama with a runtime of 2 hours and 10 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 8.4.

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  • Release Date
    2002
  • MPAA Rating
    NR
  • Runtime
    2 hr 10 min
  • Language
    Tamil
  • IMDB Rating
    8.4  (9,064)
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