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{{Short description|2023 Tamil film}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=September 2023}}
{{Infobox film
| name = Kundan Satti
| image = Kundan Satti.jpg
| caption = Theatrical release poster
| director = P. K. Aghasthi
| writer = Arangan Chinnathambi (dialogue)
| story = P. K. Aghasthi
| producer = S. A. Karthikeyan
| starring = {{plainlist|
*Sriram
*Vidyuth Srinivas
*Vishodhan
}}
| cinematography =
| editing = B. S. Vasu
| music = M. S. Amargeeth
| studio = Shellammal Movie Makers
| distributor =
| released = {{Film date|df=y|2023|10|13}}
| runtime = 106 minutes
| country = India
| language = Tamil
}}
'''''Kundan Satti''''' is a 2023 Indian [[Tamil language|Tamil]]-language animated [[children's film]] directed by P. K. Aghasthi. It was released on 13 October 2023.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Kundan Satti |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movie-details/kundan-satti/movieshow/104340705.cms |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231026060129/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movie-details/kundan-satti/movieshow/104340705.cms |archive-date=26 October 2023 |access-date=25 October 2023 |work=[[The Times of India]]}}</ref>

== Plot ==
''Kundan Satti'' is set in the peaceful village of Koranattu Karuppur near Kumbakonam and follows the daily lives of a group of fifth-grade students. The story portrays their experiences at school and within the community, highlighting the challenges they face in balancing education, family expectations, and societal values. Throughout the film, the children learn important lessons about perseverance, the value of traditional foods, and the significance of maintaining personal and environmental hygiene. Respect for elders and the importance of cultural heritage are also emphasized as key themes. The narrative aims to inspire young audiences by promoting positive behavior, encouraging academic focus, and fostering an understanding of rural life in Tamil Nadu.{{No plot|date= October 2023}}

==Voice cast==
The title derives its name from the two lead characters Kundaeswaran and Sattiswaran.
*Sriram
*Vidyuth Srinivas
*Vishodhan

==Production==
Prior to release, the firm garnered attention for being directed by P. K. Aghasthi, a 12-year-old girl from Chennai.<ref>{{Cite web |date=14 April 2023 |title=குண்டான் சட்டி அனிமேஷன் படம் |url=https://www.dailythanthi.com/Cinema/CinemaThuligal/kundan-satti-movie-animation-movie-director-12-year-girl-942522 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230516004424/https://www.dailythanthi.com/Cinema/CinemaThuligal/kundan-satti-movie-animation-movie-director-12-year-girl-942522 |archive-date=16 May 2023 |access-date=25 October 2023 |website=[[Dina Thanthi]]}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=13 February 2023 |title=12 வயது மாணவி இயக்கிய 'குண்டான் சட்டி' படத்தின் ட்ரெய்லர் வெளியீடு |url=https://news7tamil.live/the-trailer-of-kundan-chatti-directed-by-a-12-year-old-school-girl-is-released.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230511202102/https://news7tamil.live/the-trailer-of-kundan-chatti-directed-by-a-12-year-old-school-girl-is-released.html |archive-date=11 May 2023 |access-date=25 October 2023 |website=News7 Tamil}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=9 October 2023 |title=இறுதிகட்டத்தில் குண்டான் சட்டி | kundan satti movie in the final stage |url=https://cinema.dinamalar.com/tamil-news/116780/cinema/Kollywood/kundan-satti-movie-in-the-final-stage.htm |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231016193352/https://cinema.dinamalar.com/tamil-news/116780/cinema/Kollywood/kundan-satti-movie-in-the-final-stage.htm |archive-date=16 October 2023 |access-date=25 October 2023 |website=[[Dinamalar]]}}</ref> She initially wanted to write a book on a story based in [[Kumbakonam]] but after learning animation during the [[COVID-19 lockdown in India|COVID-19 lockdown]], she wanted to make a film.<ref>{{Cite web |date=10 October 2023 |title=சாதனைக்கு ஏது வயது..! Kundan Satti Movie Team Interview | PK Agasthi | S.A Karthikeyan |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57uEndJsadA |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231026060200/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57uEndJsadA |archive-date=26 October 2023 |access-date=26 October 2023 |via=[[YouTube]]}}</ref>

== Soundtrack ==
The music was composed by M. S. Amargeeth and features three songs. The lyrics are written by Arangan. The songs are sung by Sriram, Vidyuth Srinivas and Vishodhan.
*"Chittu Kuruvi Pola"
*"Ooda Ooda" -
*"Theme Song"

== Reception ==
The film was released on 13 October 2023 across theatres in [[Tamil Nadu]]. A critic from ''[[Maalai Malar]]'' praised the film intentions, but questioned the quality of the animation.<ref>{{Cite web |date=13 October 2023 |title=Kundan Satti |url=https://www.maalaimalar.com/movie-review/kundan-satti-27491 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231026060133/https://www.maalaimalar.com/movie-review/kundan-satti-27491 |archive-date=26 October 2023 |access-date=25 October 2023 |website=[[Maalai Malar]]}}</ref> A reviewer from ''[[Thinaboomi]]'' gave the film a positive review.<ref>{{Cite web |title=குண்டான் சட்டி - விமர்சனம் |url=https://thinaboomi.com/2023/10/16/211718.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231017092347/http://www.thinaboomi.com/2023/10/16/211718.html |archive-date=17 October 2023 |access-date=26 October 2023 |website=Thina Boomi}}</ref>

== Awards and recognition ==
''Kundan Satti'' received the Generation Next – Grade Schooler: Student Animated Feature award at the [https://tamilnadufilmfestival.com/awards-tnff-2024/ Tamil Nadu Film Festival (TNFF) in 2024]. The film was also honored at the Norwegian Tamil Film Festival with the [https://afternoonnews.in/article/norway-film-festival-awards-8th-student-for-her-film Norway Tamil Film Award (NTFF)]. P. K. Aghasthi earned recognition as Best Young Director from a consortium of Tamil Nadu private schools and was praised by notable figures including the Governor of Telangana.

== References ==
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== External links ==
* {{IMDb title}}
[[Category:2023 films]]
[[Category:2023 Tamil-language films]]
[[Category:2023 animated films]]
[[Category:Tamil-language Indian films]]
[[Category:2023 Indian films]]
[[Category:Indian animated films]]
[[Category:Indian children's films]]
[[Category:2023 directorial debut films]]
[[Category:Indian animated fantasy films]]

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