Kadhal Kirukkan
A man is so deeply in love with his childhood friend that he is willing to go to any lengths to protect her, even commit murder.
Directed by Sakthi Chidambaram · Romance · Thriller · 2003
Director
Sakthi Chidambaram
Studio
Variety Frames
Release
2003
Genres
Romance, Thriller
Full Plot
A childhood friendship turns deadly as one person's unrequited love becomes an all-consuming obsession. The other's rejection sets off a chain reaction of violence, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. As the situation spirals out of control, the true extent of the relationship's dark consequences is revealed. The story explores the devastating aftermath of unrequited love.
Cast & Characters
Supporting
Vineeth
Supporting
Devadarsini Sukumaran
Saravanan (Palani)
Parthiban
Kavidhangel
Udaya Prakash
P. Krishnan
C. Duraipandian
Did You Know?
Sakthi Chidambaram has directed 6 films in our catalog, including Pei Mama, Sandai.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
R. Parthiban appears in 12 films in our catalog, including Oththa Seruppu Size 7, Podhuvaga En Manasu Thangam.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Malathi Rangarajan of The Hindu wrote, "IF THE story borrowed needs to be refurbished, it ought to be done.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kadhal Kirukkan's IMDb rating?+
Kadhal Kirukkan has a 3.0/10 rating on IMDb from 42 votes.
Is Kadhal Kirukkan good? What are critics saying?+
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Who directed Kadhal Kirukkan?+
Kadhal Kirukkan was directed by Sakthi Chidambaram.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The movie "Kadhal Kirukkan" received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the film's bright moments and standout performances, particularly from Parthiban. However, others criticized the story for being unoriginal, the pacing for being uneven, and the reliance on over-the-top acting. The overall consensus is that the film fails to live up to its potential due to its lack of development and poor execution.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
