Kadhalikka Neramillai

Kadhalikka Neramillai, released on January 14, 2025, is a Tamil-language romantic comedy directed by Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi, featuring Nithya Menen as Shriya and Ravi Mohan as Siddharth. The film explores contemporary relationships, focusing on Shriya, an ambitious architect from Chennai who chooses single parenthood through IVF, and Siddharth, a Bengaluru-based structural engineer recovering from a breakup. Their unexpected encounter leads to a nuanced exploration of love and companionship.

Critics have largely praised the film for its modern take on romance and the compelling performances of its leads. Avinash Ramachandran of The Indian Express awarded it 3.5 out of 5 stars, highlighting it as "a simple, sensitive, and sensible film that accepts the flaws of its characters as par for the course."

Harshini SV of The Times of India gave it 3 out of 5 stars, noting that while the writing becomes somewhat predictable, it "takes an interesting turn, especially towards the end of the film." Narayani M of Cinema Express also rated it 3 out of 5 stars, describing it as "a mostly perfect new-age romance full of heart."

However, some reviews pointed out areas where the film could have been stronger. Janani K of India Today rated it 2.5 out of 5 stars, stating that the film "resorts to clichés with a triangle love story and some redundant messaging in the second half." Anusha Sundar of OTTPlay also gave it 2.5 out of 5 stars, commenting that while the film attempts to portray a modern love story, it "becomes a flatline narrative that does not explore issues in detail."

Overall, "Kadhalikka Neramillai" is recognized for its fresh perspective on modern relationships, bolstered by strong performances from Nithya Menen and Ravi Mohan. While it adheres to certain romantic comedy tropes, the film offers a contemporary narrative that resonates with audiences seeking a blend of tradition and modernity in storytelling.

Director: Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi

Genre: South Indian

Cast: Nithya Menen, Ravi Mohan