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Last updated: 5 May 2026

Pooja (2014) Review

Pooja (2014) is a Tamil action, drama film starring Vishal Krishna, Shruti Haasan, Soori. Directed by Hari. Anna Thandavam, a big shot who arranges for contract killers, plans to murder Sivakkozhundhu, a cop. His plan goes bust after Vasu, a heroic young man, rescues the ADSP. Meanwhile, Thandavam also gets into problems with Vasu's family... Our Rating: 2.25/5. Verdict: AVERAGE. Released: 24 Oct 2014. Runtime: 2h 34m.

Pooja
AVERAGE

Pooja(2014)

Tamil · Action, Drama

2h 34m · 24 Oct 2014

Music: Yuvan Shankar Raja | DOP: Priyan | Writer: Hari

ActionDramaFamilyRomance

Ratings

IMDbIMDb5.4
LetterboxdLetterboxd2.9
Metacritic UserMetacritic User0
TMDBTMDB55
Rotten Tomatoes AudienceRotten Tomatoes Audience25

Our Rating

2.25

📖 Story

Poojai is an action-packed masala film centered around the protagonist, Arjun, who embarks on a mission to protect his family and seek justice against a ruthless crime syndicate. The story weaves themes of family values, revenge, and heroism, set against a backdrop of intense action sequences and emotional moments. The narrative follows Arjun's journey from a peaceful life to confronting powerful antagonists, highlighting his courage and determination.

🔍 Analysis

Poojai delivers a typical commercial entertainer experience with a strong emphasis on action and family sentiment. The screenplay is straightforward, with a predictable storyline that caters to fans of the masala genre. The pacing is brisk in the first half, filled with energetic fight scenes and light moments, but the second half tends to slow down with extended melodrama and repetitive confrontations.

The first half successfully establishes characters and sets the tone with a mix of humor and action, while the second half focuses more on revenge and emotional stakes, though it occasionally drags. The songs composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja are situational and blend well with the narrative, though none stand out as chartbusters. The background score effectively enhances the action sequences and emotional scenes, adding to the film's overall impact.

Cinematography by Priyan captures the grandeur and scale of the action scenes adequately, while the direction by Hari sticks to his signature style of high-octane drama and punch dialogues. Though the film does not break new ground, it satisfies the target audience looking for a commercial potboiler with family values and mass appeal.

🎭 Performances

Vishal Krishna: Delivers a strong and intense performance as the action hero, carrying the film with his screen presence and fight sequences.

Shruti Haasan: Provides adequate support with her role, though limited by the script to a conventional heroine part.

Soori: Offers comic relief with his timing and humor, lightening the mood in key portions.

Mukesh Tiwari: Portrays the antagonist with menace and intensity, fitting the villainous mold effectively.

Sathyaraj: Delivers a solid performance as the elder family member, adding gravitas to the emotional scenes.

💪 Strengths & Weaknesses

✅

Strengths

  • ✓Energetic action sequences
  • ✓Strong family sentiment
  • ✓Effective background score
  • ✓Vishal's screen presence
  • ✓Engaging first half pacing
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Weaknesses

  • ✕Predictable storyline
  • ✕Slower second half
  • ✕Underdeveloped female lead
  • ✕Lack of memorable songs
  • ✕Repetitive melodrama

🎬 Direction & Writing

Director Hari sticks to his tried-and-tested formula of commercial masala cinema, focusing on punch dialogues, action, and family drama. While the direction ensures a mass entertainer, it lacks innovation or subtlety, resulting in a film that appeals mainly to fans of the genre but may feel formulaic to others.

📰 Critic Reviews

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📰 Ratings Sources

SourceRating
IMDbIMDb
5.4
LetterboxdLetterboxd
2.9
Metacritic UserMetacritic User
0
TMDBTMDB
55
Rotten Tomatoes AudienceRotten Tomatoes Audience
25

Our Rating

2.25/5
★★★★★★★★

💰 Box Office Collection

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🏛️ Centers & 🏅 Awards

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😊 Sentiment Breakdown & 🧠 Critics

TypeValue
Positive40%
Neutral35%
Negative25%

Critics

Critics generally gave mixed reviews, praising the action and Vishal's performance but criticizing the predictable plot and lack of novelty. The film was seen as a routine commercial entertainer without much depth.

Final Box-Office Result

AVERAGE

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

When did Pooja release in theatres?▾

Pooja released on 24 October 2014 (2014).

Is Pooja a hit or flop?▾

Pooja is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.

Where to watch Pooja online? OTT release date?▾

Pooja is available on Vi Movies and TV. OTT date will be updated soon.

Who directed Pooja?▾

Pooja directed by Hari. Produced by Vishal Krishna.

Who are the main cast members of Pooja?▾

Pooja stars Vishal Krishna, Shruti Haasan, Soori, Mukesh Tiwari, Sathyaraj.

What is the Tollybo rating for Pooja?▾

Tollybo rates Pooja 2.25/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.

Who composed the music for Pooja?▾

Music for Pooja composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja.

What is the genre and runtime of Pooja?▾

Pooja — Genre: Action, Drama, Runtime: 154 minutes, Language: Tamil.

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