Last updated: 8 May 2026


Tamil · Comedy, Horror
2h 11m · 29 Mar 2024
DOP: K. Ahamed Sherief | Writer: Santhosh P. Jayakumar
Ratings
Our Rating
2.75
The Boys is a Tamil-language film that revolves around a group of young men navigating the challenges of friendship, ambition, and societal expectations. The narrative explores their personal struggles and collective journey as they confront external and internal conflicts that test their bonds and individual resolve.
The Boys presents a straightforward storyline that attempts to blend elements of drama and comedy, focusing on the camaraderie and trials of its central characters. The screenplay maintains a consistent tone but occasionally suffers from predictability, especially in the first half where the pacing feels uneven with some scenes dragging longer than necessary.
The second half picks up momentum with tighter editing and more engaging sequences, which help in elevating the overall narrative impact. However, the film could have benefited from a more nuanced approach to character development and conflict resolution to avoid clichés.
Musically, the film lacks a dedicated music director credit, and the songs, though present, do not leave a lasting impression. The background score by K. Ahamed Sherief supports the emotional beats adequately but does not stand out as a memorable aspect of the film. Cinematography is competent, capturing the essence of the locales and enhancing the visual storytelling without major innovation.
Santhosh P. Jayakumar: Delivers a solid performance with a natural screen presence, effectively portraying the protagonist's emotional range.
Shah Ra: Provides a convincing supporting role with good comic timing.
Arshad: Adequate performance but limited by the script's lack of depth for his character.
Yuvraj Ganesan: Shows promise with energetic scenes but needs more substantial material.
KPY Vinodh: Offers comic relief that occasionally lands well.
Rajendran: Adds a quirky charm to the film, enhancing lighter moments.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Santhosh P. Jayakumar's direction shows a clear vision in terms of tone and narrative style, but the execution falters due to pacing issues and a somewhat conventional screenplay. The writing could have been stronger with more originality and depth to elevate the film beyond its familiar tropes.
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 2.75 / 5 | |
| 3.25 / 5 |
Our Rating
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 40% |
| Neutral | 35% |
| Negative | 25% |
Critics have given mixed reviews to The Boys, appreciating the performances and second half but criticizing the predictable plot and uneven pacing. The lack of memorable music and underdeveloped characters were also commonly noted as drawbacks.
Final Box-Office Result
The Boys released on 29 March 2024 (2024).
The Boys is declared a AVERAGE at the box office.
The Boys is available on Prime Video, aha from 13 May 2024.
The Boys directed by Santhosh P. Jayakumar.
The Boys stars Santhosh P. Jayakumar, Shah Ra, Arshad, Yuvraj Ganesan, KPY Vinodh.
Tollybo rates The Boys 2.75/5. Verdict: AVERAGE.
The Boys — Genre: Comedy, Horror, Runtime: 131 minutes, Language: Tamil.