Pariyerum Perumal
A law student from a lower caste begins a friendship with his classmate, a girl who belongs to a higher caste, and the men in her family start giving him trouble over this.
Directed by Mari Selvaraj · Drama · 154 min · 2018
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Director
Mari Selvaraj
Writer
Mari Selvaraj
Studio
Neelam Productions
Release
28 Sep 2018
Runtime
154 min
Genres
Drama
Full Plot
A young man from a marginalized caste seeks admission to law college and falls in love with a student from an upper-caste family. However, their relationship is threatened by the student's cousin, who harbors deep-seated caste prejudices. The couple faces harassment and humiliation at the hands of those who refuse to accept their love. Ultimately, they find support and strength in each other as they navigate the challenges of their social differences.
Cast & Characters
S. Pariyerum Perumal (Pariyan)
Kathir
Jothi Mahalakshmi (Jo)
Anandhi
Sankaralingam
Lijeesh
Pariyan's false father
Shanmugarajan
the college principal
Poo Ramu
Thatha Maistry
Karate Venkatesan
a college professor
Lizzie Antony
a college professor
Suganthi Nachchiyal
Did You Know?
Mari Selvaraj has directed 5 films in our catalog, including Karnan, Maamannan.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Kathir appears in 9 films in our catalog, including Sarbath, Sigai.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Pariyerum Perumal collected ₹5.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
Pariyerum Perumal holds 8.7/10 on IMDb (19,122 votes).
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 2, 2026
Where to Watch
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (8.7/10 on IMDb (19,122 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pariyerum Perumal's IMDb rating?+
Pariyerum Perumal has a 8.7/10 rating on IMDb from 19,122 votes.
Is Pariyerum Perumal good? What are critics saying?+
Pariyerum Perumal holds 8.7/10 on IMDb (19,122 votes).
How long is Pariyerum Perumal?+
Pariyerum Perumal has a runtime of 154 min.
Who directed Pariyerum Perumal?+
Pariyerum Perumal was directed by Mari Selvaraj.
Where can I watch Pariyerum Perumal?+
Pariyerum Perumal is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Google Play Movies, YouTube.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The film received widespread critical acclaim for its powerful portrayal of caste issues in Tamil cinema. Reviewers praised the movie's hopeful tone and touching climax, with many considering it a masterpiece that goes beyond typical labels. However, some critics noted that the film's message can sometimes feel preachy or didactic, but overall, the consensus is that Pariyerum Perumal is a landmark film tackling a crucial social issue.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
