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| Directed by | Gokul |
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| Written by | Gokul |
| Produced by | V. S. Rajkumar J. Satish Kumar |
| Starring | Template:Unbulleted list |
| Cinematography | Mahesh Muthuswami |
| Edited by | Leo John Paul |
| Music by | Siddharth Vipin Ved Shankar (1 Song)
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| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
| Budget | Template:INRConvert
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Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara (Template:Translation), also referred to as Idhaaba or more commonly as Balakumara,[1] is a 2013 Indian Tamil-language comedy film, written and directed by Gokul.[2] Produced by Leo Visions, the film stars Vijay Sethupathi, Ashwin, Swati, Nandita, and Pasupathy.[3] The film upon release received highly positive reviews from critics. The film got remade into Kannada language as Jackson starring Duniya Vijay in the lead. The title of the film was inspired by a line in Thanga Padhumai. The film released on 2 October 2013.
Plot
Kumaravel (Vijay Sethupathi) is a typical lower middle class youth who mainly lives in TASMAC bars. His friends and neighbors have nicknamed him Sumaar Moonji Kumar (average-looking Kumar) alias SMK, and he is stalking Kumudha (Nandita), the girl staying opposite to his flat. It is a one-way love. Kumudha's father (Pattimandram Raja) has sought the help of Annachi (Pasupathy), the local boss, to find a solution and teach SMK a lesson. On a parallel track, another alcoholic named Balakrishnan (Ashwin) is a smart bank salesperson but is always under pressure from his boss Poochandi (M. S. Bhaskar) and possessive girlfriend Renu (Swathi). One night, the life of the principal characters gets entangled, leading to the climax.
Cast
- Vijay Sethupathi as Kumaravel aka Sumaar Moonji Kumar (SMK)
- Ashwin as Balakrishnan aka Bala
- Nandita as Kumudha, Kumar's Lover
- Swati as Renu, Bala's Lover
- Selma Edith as Aparna
- Pasupathy as Annachi
- Soori as Thambi
- Daniel Pope as Romba Sumaar Moonji Kumar (RSMK), Kumar's best friend
- Pattimandram Raja as Kumudha's father
- Bhargavi Radha as Kumudha's mother
- M. S. Bhaskar as Balakrishnan's boss
- Livingston as Sammandham, Kumar's father
- Vinodh Munna as Patti Babu
- Rajendran as Painter Rajendran aka Raj
- Madhumitha as Baby
- Robo Shankar as Sound Shankar
- Siddharth Vipin as Akilesh
- Thakkali as Shanmugam
- Mahanadhi Shankar as a police officer
- Senthi Kumari as a pregnant lady
- Sai Priyanka Ruth as Renu's friend
- Raju Sundaram (special appearance in the song "En Veetula")[4]
- Johnny (special appearance in the song "En Veetula")[4]
- Nobel Paul (special appearance in the song "En Veetula").[4]
- V. S. Raghavan (special appearance in the song "Prayer Song")
Production
The film was said to be based on the daily comical things that happen in our day-to-day life. Siddharth Vipin, who did the background score for Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom, was chosen to do the music for the film.[5] Soori was playing an important role and Madhan Karky penned the dialogues for this film.[3] Pasupathy was selected to play an important role in this film.[5] The latest to join was Ashwin Kakumanu, who made his debut in Mankatha.[6] The film's pooja was held on 11 March 2013.[7] The title of the film was inspired by a line in Thanga Padhumai.[8]
Marketing
On 12 August 2013, a song from the film called "Prayer song" was released as a single.[9] The single track was an instant hit garnering lakhs of views.[10]
Soundtrack
The soundtrack album was composed by Siddharth Vipin who earlier composed background score for Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom and this is his full-fledged debut as music composer. The lyrics were penned by Madhan Karky and Lalithanand. The single, 'Prayer Song' was released on 12 August 2013.[11] The complete album was released on 30 August 2013 at Sathyam Cinemas.[12][13] The album was released by Jiiva in the presence of director Balaji Sakthivel and received by the film cast.[14][15] The single was believed to have been inspired by Jaron and the Long Road to Love's Pray for You which Madhan Karky denied, concluding that both songs only had the same concept.[16] The chorus of the song "En Veetula" samples the Jab Pyar Kisi Se Hota Hai song "Sau Saal Pehle".[17]
The album consists of three tracks composed by Siddharth Vipin and an additional track by Ved Shankar.[18]
Release
Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara released on 2 October 2013 coinciding with Gandhi Jayanthi in 300+ screens worldwide.[19]
Box office
The film raked 100% occupancy on first day, collecting Template:INRConvert which is the biggest opening for Vijay Sethupathi.[20][21] The film collected Template:INRConvert at the box office and declared as a box-office success.[22]
Critical reception
The film received very positive reviews from critics with most critics praising Vijay Sethupathi's performance.[23]
The Times of India gave 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote Idharkuthaane Aasaipattai Balakumara lacks the sophistication of a Soodhu Kavvum or Pizza but makes up for it in sheer likeability. His debut Rowthiram was an uneven effort but in Idhaaba, Gokul is more sure-footed, deftly weaving plotlines and confidently untying the knots in his script".[24] IANS gave 3.5 out of 5 and wrote Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara (IAB) doesn't merely entertain, but also addresses a domestic issue with a very strong dose of humour. It's undoubtedly one of the smartest yet funniest Tamil films in recent times.[25] Behindwoods gave 3.25 stars and stated "Idharkuthaane Aasaipattai Balakumara is not an adhesive that keeps you glued on the seat, but is a spring that might make you bounce with laughter".[26] The critics from Sify.com mentioned "Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara (IAB) is a good fun ride. It is a comedy film laced with black humour and works due to its smart writing."[27] Rediff gave 3 out of 5 stars, wrote "Director Gokul in his film, Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara has created some weird, quirky and offbeat characters in hilarious situations who keep the audience entertained, writes" and called it a "laugh riot".[28] Oneindia gave 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "Director Gokul has done a good job in making the film a worth entertainer. His screenplay, though has jerks at parts, is good and the introductory scene gets a special mention" and called the film "a one time watchable movie".[29]
In contrast, Baradwaj Rangan from The Hindu wrote "Gokul's Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara isn't a lazy movie. It is, in fact, the opposite. There's too much of everything – too much plot, too much mood, with three narrative strands infused with three unique sensibilities. He concluded that the film provided "Some mild laughs" and "Lots of tedium".[17]
Legacy
The character of Sumar Moonji Kumar inspired a song titled "Sumar Moonji Kumaru" in Bruce Lee (2017).[30] A spin-off titled Corona Kumar is in the works.[31]
References
- ↑ Idharkuthaane Aasaipattai Balakumara(4 October 2013). Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ NKPK makers' next. Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Vijay in Gokul's next(12 February 2013). Retrieved 14 February 2013.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Official : En Veetula Video Song Idharkuthaane Aasaipattai Balakumara Vijay Sethupathy, Ashwin. Youtube(1 October 2013). Retrieved 30 October 2015.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Vijay Sethupathi is Sumar Moonji Kumar!(20 February 2013). Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ Ashwin Kakamanu signs his next(12 March 2013). Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ Vijay Sethupathi's next goes on floors!(12 March 2013). Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ Kollywood movie titles based on popular dialogues - Times of India. The Times of India.
- ↑ We want girls to respond to this song. The Times of India(12 August 2013). Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara trailer and Prayer song a hit(12 August 2013). Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara comes up with Soup song. 88db.com. Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara audio release. The Times of India(28 August 2013). Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ IAB Audio Launch Invite. Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ A Musical Affair. The Times of India. Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ IAB Audio Launch Function(30 August 2013). Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ Prayer Song from Vijay Sethupathy's Idharakkudhan Asaipattai Balakumura(12 August 2013). Retrieved 14 October 2013.
- ↑ 17.0 17.1 Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara: The booze brothers(5 October 2013). Retrieved 14 October 2013.
- ↑ Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara – Track list. Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ Will 'Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara' Release Affect 'Raja Rani' Collections?, Sangeetha, Seshagiri(October 2013). Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ 'Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara' Box Office Collection: Vijay Starrer Opens Well in TN(5 October 2013). Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ Tamil Movie Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara Box Office Collections. Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ 50 நாளை கடந்தார் சுமார் மூஞ்சி குமாரு....!!!!. Retrieved 10 December 2013.
- ↑ 'Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara' Review Roundup: Rib-Cracking Humour Makes it Worth Watching – International Business Times. Ibtimes.co.in(3 October 2013). Retrieved 14 October 2013.
- ↑ Idharkuthaane Aasaipattai Balakumara movie review: Wallpaper, Story, Trailer(4 October 2013). Retrieved 14 October 2013.
- ↑ 'Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara' review: It's a film with purpose. CNN IBN(3 October 2013). Retrieved 14 October 2013.
- ↑ Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara Movie Review. Behindwoods(2 October 2013). Retrieved 14 October 2013.
- ↑ 'Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara' entertainment with a purpose (Tamil Movie Review). Sify(2 October 2013). Retrieved 14 October 2013.
- ↑ Review: Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara is a laugh riot. Rediff(3 October 2013). Retrieved 14 October 2013.
- ↑ Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara Review(2 October 2013). Retrieved 14 October 2013.
- ↑ Bruce Lee (aka) Bruce Lee songs review. Behindwoods(20 October 2016).
- ↑ 'Corona Kumar' is a spin-off of 'Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara'. The Hindu(19 June 2020).