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Kurangu Pedal

Set in the summer of the 1980s in Katheri village, the film unravels the relationship between a father who can't cycle and his son who is eager to learn. Their bond deepens as they navigate this heartfelt journey together.

Directed by Kamalakannan · Drama · 2024

Trailer

Director

Kamalakannan

Writer

Kamala Kannan

Studio

Sivakarthikeyan Productions

Release

2024

Genres

Drama

Full Plot

A young boy from rural India dreams of mastering the art of cycling during his summer break in the 1980s. His determination sparks an unforgettable journey with his family and friends, leading to a transformative experience that will change his life forever.

Cast & Characters

L

Lead

Prasanna Balachander

L

Lead

V.R. Ragavan

M

Mariappan

Santhosh Velmurugan

M. Gnanasekar

Rathish

Sai Ganesh

Ms

Mariappan's sister

Dhakshana

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Did You Know?

Logesh Balachandran of The Times of India rated 3 out 5 and stated that "Kurangu Pedal indeed manages to provide a nostalgic journey with its nuanced character portrayals and engaging writing".

Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03

Critical Assessment

Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)

Action
1.5/5
Comedy
3.2/5
Romance
1.2/5
Storyline
4.8/5
Performance
4.8/5

Kurangu Pedal does not yet have enough aggregated ratings data to summarize.

Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.

Ratings as of July 30, 2026

Where to Watch

United Kingdom

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India

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kurangu Pedal good? What are critics saying?+

Kurangu Pedal does not yet have enough aggregated ratings data to summarize.

Who directed Kurangu Pedal?+

Kurangu Pedal was directed by Kamalakannan.

Where can I watch Kurangu Pedal?+

Kurangu Pedal is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

Fan & Critic Buzz

Critic Reception — summarized from Wikipedia

The movie "Kurangu Pedal" received a mixed response from critics. While some praised the film's nostalgic value, nuanced character portrayals, and engaging writing, others noted flaws in the second half and criticized its lack of emotional impact. The overall tone was balanced between appreciation for the film's simplicity and disappointment with its inability to break through tough emotional barriers.

Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
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