Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal
Kathir, who hates marriage, comes to Coimbatore to resolve a family dispute. There, he falls for Pavithra, a neighborhood girl. But, his dream shatters when he finds that she loves her friend.
Directed by S. Prabhakaran · Comedy · Drama · Romance · 156 min · 2014
Director
S. Prabhakaran
Writer
S. R. Prabhakaran
Studio
Red Giant Movies
Release
14 Feb 2014
Runtime
156 min
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Romance
Full Plot
Kathir (Udhayanidhi) a Madurai lad goes to Coimbatore with a purpose and very soon flips for the charms of a beautiful Pavithra (Nayanthara) who is their neighbor. But Pavithra is already in love with her friend Gautham (Sundar) who is 'not a nice guy'. Kathir who was looking out for his friend at college Mayil (Santhanam) bumps into suddenly and he turns love advisor for Kathir.
Cast & Characters
Kathirvelan
Udhayanidhi Stalin
Shanmugam
Dr. Bharath Reddy
Pavithra's mother
Vanitha Krishnachandran
Did You Know?
Udhayanidhi Stalin appears in 14 films in our catalog, including Podhuvaga En Manasu Thangam, Saravanan Irukka Bayamaen.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Filming for Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal started on 22 February 2013 in Chennai.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Baradwaj Rangan wrote for The Hindu, "A few laughs, but overstuffed with subplots".
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal holds 4.7/10 on IMDb (506 votes).
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 11, 2026
Where to Watch
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (4.7/10 on IMDb (506 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal's IMDb rating?+
Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal has a 4.7/10 rating on IMDb from 506 votes.
Is Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal good? What are critics saying?+
Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal holds 4.7/10 on IMDb (506 votes).
How long is Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal?+
Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal has a runtime of 156 min.
Who directed Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal?+
Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal was directed by S. Prabhakaran.
Where can I watch Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal?+
Idhu Kathirvelan Kadhal is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Zee5, VI movies and tv.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The movie received mixed reviews from critics. While some found the film to be an enjoyable family entertainer with a good mix of romance and comedy, others criticized its weak characters, contrived scenes, and flawed script. The overall tone was one of mediocrity, with some praising its lighthearted nature while others deemed it unoriginal and lacking in ambition.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
