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set in 1950s Madras, exploring the ego clash between superstar TK Mahadevan (Dulquer Salmaan) and his mentor, director Ayya (Samuthirakani). Praised for its immersive world-building, stellar performances, and meticulous production design, the film shines in its first half as a character-driven narrative. Though Dani Sanchez Lopez’s cinematography and the background score elevate the film, the second half falters with sluggish pacing and a stretched thriller arc. While ambitious and artistically sincere, the genre shift and loose editing prevent it from reaching greatness. Just ok movie!