Last updated: 24 Apr 2026


Tamil · Comedy
2h 5m · 17 Mar 2017
Music: Santhosh Dhayanidhi | DOP: Anand Jeeva | Writer: Mani Seiyon
Ratings
Our Rating
2
Kattappava Kaanom is a quirky Tamil comedy thriller revolving around a missing memory and a mysterious cat. The story follows the protagonist, played by Sibiraj, who loses his memory after an accident and the ensuing chaos as he tries to piece together his life. The film blends humor with suspense elements, creating a lighthearted yet engaging narrative that keeps the audience guessing about the cat’s role in the story.
Kattappava Kaanom offers a unique blend of comedy and mystery with an offbeat storyline centered around a missing memory and a cat, which adds a fresh twist to the narrative. The screenplay is inventive, though at times it struggles with consistency, especially in the pacing. The first half is engaging with a good mix of humor and intrigue, effectively setting up the mystery and character dynamics. However, the second half tends to lose momentum, with some scenes feeling stretched and the resolution coming across as somewhat predictable.
The film’s music by Santhosh Dhayanidhi complements the quirky tone, with songs that are catchy but not overly memorable. The background score does a decent job of enhancing the comedic and suspenseful moments without overpowering the scenes. Cinematography by Anand Jeeva captures the urban settings well, adding to the film’s overall quirky vibe. While the movie’s concept is refreshing, the execution could have been tighter to maintain engagement throughout.
Sibiraj: Delivers a sincere and earnest performance, effectively portraying a confused yet determined character.
Aishwarya Rajesh: Provides strong support with her natural acting and comic timing.
Kaali Venkat: Adds significant comic relief with his energetic and quirky portrayal.
Yogi Babu: Contributes to the humor with his trademark style, though his role is limited.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Mani Seiyon's direction brings a fresh concept to the screen with a focus on blending comedy and mystery. While the writing is inventive, the screenplay suffers from pacing issues and a lack of tight editing, which affects the overall impact. The director manages to extract good performances from the cast but could have improved the narrative flow for better engagement.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics appreciated the film's unique premise and performances but pointed out flaws in pacing and screenplay. The humor and quirky elements were generally well received, though some found the second half less compelling.
Final Box-Office Result
Kattappava Kaanom released on 17 March 2017 (2017).
Kattappava Kaanom is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Kattappava Kaanom is available on Xumo Play. OTT date will be updated soon.
Kattappava Kaanom directed by Mani Seiyon. Produced by Venkateshwaralu.
Kattappava Kaanom stars Sibiraj, Aishwarya Rajesh, Kaali Venkat, Yogi Babu, Mime Gopi.
Tollybo rates Kattappava Kaanom 2/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Kattappava Kaanom composed by Santhosh Dhayanidhi.
Kattappava Kaanom — Genre: Comedy, Runtime: 125 minutes, Language: Tamil.