Overview
- Released in theatres on November 14 across multiple languages, the film had North India distribution via Dharma Productions.
- Set in 1950s Madras, the story follows a mentor–protégé clash on a film set that evolves into a murder inquiry without revealing key twists.
- Critics widely commend Dulquer Salmaan’s performance, with support for Samuthirakani and Bhagyashri Borse, as well as cinematography, music and production design.
- Many reviews and early audiences describe the second half’s investigative turn as less engaging, citing pacing issues and thin clues.
- Sacnilk estimates roughly ₹4 crore on opening day in India, producers report ₹10.5 crore worldwide, Netflix has the post‑theatrical rights, and a recent Chennai court filing over alleged resemblance remains even as the makers say the story is fictional.