Last updated: 24 Apr 2026

Tamil · Romance, Thriller
2h 20m · 3 Mar 2017
Music: G. V. Prakash Kumar | DOP: Rasamathi | Writer: Adhiroopan
Ratings
Our Rating
2
Mupparimanam is a Tamil romantic drama that revolves around the evolving relationship between the protagonists, exploring themes of love, trust, and societal expectations. The narrative unfolds as the lead characters navigate personal dilemmas and emotional conflicts, set against a backdrop of traditional values and modern aspirations.
Mupparimanam attempts to blend romance with emotional drama, but the execution is uneven throughout the film. The story is straightforward but lacks the depth and novelty to engage viewers fully. The screenplay struggles with pacing issues, especially in the first half, which feels slow and overly drawn out with unnecessary scenes that do not contribute significantly to character development or plot progression.
The second half picks up slightly with more focused storytelling and attempts to build emotional resonance, but it still falls short of creating a compelling narrative arc. The songs composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar are melodious and fit the mood of the film, although they do not stand out as memorable hits. The background score is adequate but does not elevate the emotional impact of key scenes.
Cinematography by Rasamathi captures the settings well, providing a pleasant visual experience. However, the overall technical aspects cannot compensate for the lackluster screenplay and inconsistent pacing. The film's attempt at a romantic drama is earnest but ultimately predictable and fails to leave a lasting impression.
Shanthanu Bhagyaraj: Delivers a sincere but restrained performance, lacking the charisma needed to elevate the romantic lead.
Srushti Dange: Shows earnestness in her role but is limited by the script's shallow character development.
Kalyani Natarajan: Provides a solid supporting performance, adding some depth to the familial aspects of the story.
Thambi Ramaiah: Offers comic relief and emotional support, though his role is underutilized.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Director Adhiroopan shows potential but struggles with narrative cohesion and pacing. The writing lacks depth and fails to engage the audience emotionally, resulting in a film that feels routine and uninspired.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 20% |
| Neutral | 30% |
| Negative | 50% |
Critics generally gave mixed to negative reviews, pointing out the film's weak screenplay and slow pacing as major drawbacks. While the music and cinematography received some appreciation, the overall reception was lukewarm.
Final Box-Office Result
Mupparimanam released on 3 March 2017 (2017).
Mupparimanam is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Mupparimanam OTT release date not announced yet.
Mupparimanam directed by Adhiroopan. Produced by V Visu, V Kumar.
Mupparimanam stars Shanthanu Bhagyaraj, Srushti Dange, Kalyani Natarajan, Thambi Ramaiah, Ravi Prakash.
Tollybo rates Mupparimanam 2/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Mupparimanam composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar.
Mupparimanam — Genre: Romance, Thriller, Runtime: 140 minutes, Language: Tamil.