Annapoorani
A girl born in an orthodox family aspires to become India's best chef. She faces events and challenges on her way and goes beyond her conventional beliefs and prejudices to achieve her dream.
Directed by Nilesh Krishnaa · Drama · 146 min · 2023
Trailer
Director
Nilesh Krishnaa
Studio
Zee Studios / Naad Sstudios / Trident Arts
Release
01 Dec 2023
Runtime
146 min
Genres
Drama
Full Plot
A girl born in an orthodox family aspires to become India's best chef. She faces events and challenges on her way and goes beyond her conventional beliefs and prejudices to achieve her dream.
Cast & Characters
Chef Anand Sundarajan
Sathyaraj
Farhaan, Annapoorani's classmate and love interest
Jai
young Annapoorani
Ovi Bhandarkar
Rangarajan, Annapoorani's father (Voice by Jayaprakash)
Achyuth Kumar
Chef Ashwin Sundarrajan, Anand's son
Karthik Kumar
Saradha, Annapoorani's mother
Renuka
Subbulakshmi Paati, Annapoorani's grandmother
Sachu
Chef Suman
Suresh Chakravarthy
Did You Know?
Nayanthara appears in 44 films in our catalog, including Kaashmora, Ghajini.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Nayanthara's lead role marked her first film after marriage.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-09
Did You Know Annapoorani was initially titled Nayanthara 75.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-09
Annapoorani is a reference to the Hindu goddess of food, Annapurna.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-09
The film began streaming on Netflix from December 29, 2023.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-09
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
Annapoorani holds 3.8/10 on IMDb (6,302 votes).
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 11, 2026
Where to Watch
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (3.8/10 on IMDb (6,302 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Annapoorani's IMDb rating?+
Annapoorani has a 3.8/10 rating on IMDb from 6,302 votes.
Is Annapoorani good? What are critics saying?+
Annapoorani holds 3.8/10 on IMDb (6,302 votes).
How long is Annapoorani?+
Annapoorani has a runtime of 146 min.
Who directed Annapoorani?+
Annapoorani was directed by Nilesh Krishnaa.
Where can I watch Annapoorani?+
Annapoorani is available to stream, rent, or buy on Ultraplaybox Amazon Channel.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The movie "Annapoorani" received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising Nayanthara's performance and the film's lighthearted tone, while others found it lacking in its storytelling and message. The film's ability to balance tradition and comedy was seen as a strength by some, but its imperfect politics and weak writing were criticized. Overall, opinions on the film's overall quality were divided among critics.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
