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Kadhalikka Neramillai
Theatrical release poster
Directed by	Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi
Written by	Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi
Produced by	Udhayanidhi Stalin
Starring	Ravi Mohan Nithya Menen
Cinematography	Gavemic U. Ary
Edited by	Lawrence Kishore
Music by	A. R. Rahman
Production company	Red Giant Movies
Distributed by	Red Giant Movies Ayngaran International
Release date	14 January 2025 (2025-01-14)
Country	India
Language	Tamil

Kadhalikka Neramillai (transl. No Time for Love) is a 2025 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy film written and directed by Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi. It is produced by Udhayanidhi Stalin under Red Giant Movies. The film stars Ravi Mohan and Nithya Menen in the lead roles, alongside Yogi Babu, Vinay Rai, John Kokken and Lal.

The film was officially announced in November 2023 in addition to the official title, which was named after the 1964 film by the same name. Principal photography commenced the same month. It was predominantly shot in Chennai and wrapped by late-May 2024. The film has music composed by A. R. Rahman, cinematography handled by Gavemic U. Ary and editing by Lawrence Kishore.

Kadhalikka Neramillai released in theatres on 14 January 2025. The film received positive reviews from critics.

Plot

Shriya (Nithya Menen), an ambitious architect from Chennai, who is reeling from a breakup, decides to be a single parent and opts for IVF treatment for the same.

Meanwhile, Siddharth (Ravi Mohan), a Bengaluru-based structural engineer, is shattered after his lady love deserts him.

Interestingly, the duo shares a strong connection that they aren’t aware of. They encounter each other in an unexpected setting without knowing that destiny has some incredible plans for them.

Cast

• Ravi Mohan as Siddharth "Sid"
• Nithya Menen as Shreya
• Yogi Babu as Gowda
• Vinay Rai as Sethuraman "Sethu"
• Sunil as Kumaresan
• T. J. Bhanu as Nirupama
• Arjai as Venkat
• John Kokken as Karan
• Lal as Sid's father
• Mano as Shreya's father
• Lakshmy Ramakrishnan as Shreya's mother
• Vinodhini Vaidyanathan as Shreya's aunt
• Tamizh as Advocate
• Sriganesh as Police Officer

Production

Development

Director Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi revealed that the inspiration for Kadhalikka Neramillai stemmed from a conversation with friends about their unconventional relationships. This sparked the idea for a romantic comedy-drama reflecting the evolving dynamics of relationships and choices, particularly those relevant to women.

In May 2023, reports indicated that Ravi Mohan would collaborate with Nithya Menen in a film directed by Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi. The project was funded by Udhayanidhi Stalin's production house, Red Giant Movies. In October 2023, Menen confirmed her involvement in the project, followed by an official announcement and title reveal on November 29, 2023.

Kiruthiga described the film as an evolution of O Kadhal Kanmani, which also featured Nithya Menen. She stated, “Several women are not just abstaining from marriage, but are also questioning whether to bring a child into this world. We explore these subjects without being preachy.”

Casting

After completing the script, Kiruthiga envisioned Nithya Menen for the lead role, influenced by her performance in Thiruchitrambalam. After narrating the story to Nithya, she readily agreed. Kiruthiga then informed Ravi Mohan of Menen's agreement, and he expressed his willingness to read the script.

Filming

The film commenced with a formal pooja on August 20, 2023, followed by the start of principal photography on August 21, 2023, which took place in and around Chennai. In March 2024, the team filmed a scene where Nithya Menen and Ravi's characters reunite after a long separation, reminiscing about their previous meeting.

The film's production was completed on May 28, 2024.

The movie was granted its censor clearance by the CBFC on January 9, 2025 with a UA 16+ certification. The movie's runtime is specified as 2h 22m.

Music

External audio
Kadhalikka Neramillai Audio Jukebox on YouTube

The soundtrack and background score is composed by A. R. Rahman. The first single "Yennai Izhukkuthadi" released on 22 November 2024. The second single "Lavender Neramae" released on 18 December 2024. The third single "It's a Break Up Da" is set to be released on 4 January 2025. The entire soundtrack album was released on 7 January 2025. The fourth single "Baby Chiki Chiki" released on 7 January 2025.

Release

Theatrical

Kadhalikka Neramillai released in theatres on 14 January 2025, coinciding Pongal weekend. The movie was granted its censor clearance by the Central Board of Film Certification on January 9, 2025 with a UA 16+ certification.

Reception

Critical response

Avinash Ramachandran of The Indian Express gave 3.5/5 stars and wrote "Kadhalikka Neramillai is a simple, sensitive, and sensible film that accepts the flaws of its characters as par for the course. it reminds us how despite all odds… love will always find time to find a way." Harshini SV of The Times of India gave 3/5 stars and wrote "But the boldest of all is in the writing of Kiruthiga which gets a little predictable in between but takes an interesting turn, especially towards the end of the film—for like its characters, the writing too is flawed but breezy and bold!" Narayani M of Cinema Express gave 3/5 stars and wrote "It is a film that dares to take its audience on a familiar yet revamped route, towards a new and interesting space that might not suit everyone’s idea of a destination, one that is not bound by the confines of societal expectations or time."

Janani K of India Today gave 2.5/5 stars and wrote "Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi’s film resorts to clichés with a triangle love story and some redundant messaging in the second half. This is where Kadhalikka Neramillai failed to stand out from other rom-coms." Anusha Sundar of OTTPlay gave 2.5/5 stars and wrote "Kadhalikka Neramillai attempts to talk a modern love story, one where the couple are beyond their honeymoon phase of getting along. But in turn becomes a flatline narrative that does not explore issues in detail."

Gopinath Rajendran of The Hindu wrote "Despite its fair share of shortcomings, Kadhalikka Neramillai is a sweet breath of fresh air that plays to its strengths and, in a way, embodies contemporary relationships." Latha Srinivasan of Hindustan Times wrote "Ravi Mohan and Nithya Menen share great screen chemistry and their performances are beautiful Director Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi’s directorial skills have definitely evolved with her films over the years and Kadhalikka Neramillai is perhaps one of her best works. "

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External links

• Kadhalikka Neramillai at IMDb 

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