Adiyae (transl. Step) is a 2023 Indian Tamil-language scientific romance film written and directed by Vignesh Karthick.[1] The film stars G. V. Prakash Kumar and Gouri G. Kishan with Venkat Prabhu, Mirchi Vijay, Madumkesh and others in supporting roles. The film music composed by Justin Prabhakaran, with cinematography doned by Gokul Benoy. The title of the film is taken from the song "Adiye" from the G. V. Prakash Kumar-starrer film Bachelor.
| Adiyae | |
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Vignesh Karthick |
| Written by | Vignesh Karthick |
| Screenplay by |
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| Produced by | Prabha Premkumar |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Gokul Benoy |
| Edited by | Muthayan U |
| Music by | Justin Prabhakaran |
Production company | Maali & Manvi Movie Makers |
Release date |
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Running time | 156 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
The film was released theatrically on 25 August 2023. It received mixed to positive reviews from critics and audiences, and became an hit at the box office.
Plot edit
Jeeva is in love with Senthaazhini since school days. Years later, Senthaazhini is a renowned singer while Jeeva is ordinary common man who is still in love with Senthaazhini but has not disclosed yet.
One day he gets transported to an alternate universe, where he is an accomplished musician and Senthaazhini is his wife!
His trip to the parallel universe reverts back after a predetermined period.
Jeeva goes back to the parallel universe to be with Senthaazhini, eventually comes back to the 'reality'. How Jeeva resolves his love story in reality forms the rest of the story.
Cast edit
- G. V. Prakash Kumar as Jeeva
- as Arjun Prabhakaran (in alternative universe)
- Gouri G. Kishan as Senthaazhini
- Venkat Prabhu as Scientist GK
- as Gautham Vasudev Menon (in alternative universe)
- Mirchi Vijay as Wasim Akram
- as Waqar Younis (in alternative universe)
- Madumkesh as Michael
- Swetha Venugopal as Sandhya
- Vignesh Karthick in Cameo
- as Vijay in GVM’s Yohan: Adhyayam Ondru (in alternative universe)
Production edit
The film was directed by Vignesh Karthick, who earlier directed the films Yenda Thalaiyila Yenna Vekkala and Thittam Irandu.[2] The film was produced by Prabha Premkumar under the banner of Maali & Manvi Movie Makers. The cinematography was by cinematographer Gokul Benoy. The film's editing was handled by Muthayan U.[3] The motion poster for the film was released on 26 April 2023.[4] The trailer was released on 8 August 2023.[5][6]
Soundtrack edit
The music for the film was composed by Justin Prabhakaran.[7]
| Adiyae | |||||
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| Released | 2023 | ||||
| Recorded | 2023 | ||||
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack | ||||
| Length | 21:44 | ||||
| Language | Tamil | ||||
| Label | Think Music | ||||
| Producer | Justin Prabhakaran | ||||
| Justin Prabhakaran chronology | |||||
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| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Vaa Senthaazhini" | Bhagavathy P. K. | Sid Sriram | 4:12 |
| 2. | "Mudhal Kaadhal" | Bhagavathy P. K. | Yuvan Shankar Raja | 3:50 |
| 3. | "Mutta Cutie" | Maathevan | Anthony Daasan | 4:29 |
| 4. | "Ullukulla Theekaadu" | Maathevan | Romy, Padmaja Srinivasan | 3:31 |
| 5. | "Multiverse of Adiyae" | MC Vickey | Justin Prabhakaran, MC Vickey | 1:24 |
| 6. | "Kaadhale" | Bagavathy P. K. | M. S. Krsna, Kapil Kapilan | 4:18 |
| Total length: | 21:44 | |||
Reception edit
Critical response edit
Adiyae received positive reviews from critics, praising the lead cast's performance (especially Prakash, Gouri and Venkat's), narration, screenplay and Justin's music.[8]
Logesh Balachandran of The Times of India gave the film 3 out of 5 and wrote "While Adiyae may share some traits with time travel films of the past, the film's engaging narrative, strong performances, and skillful incorporation of alternate reality elements make it a worthwhile watch."[9] Virakesari gave the film 2.5 out of 5 and wrote that "It is commendable that the director has cleverly described the alternate reality through the character of Venkat Prabhu at a time when the audience is confused about the story of the film.".[10] Pachi Avudayappan of ABP Nadu gave the film 3 out of 5 and wrote "Even if a little is not understood, the whole picture will be confused. Similarly, the alternating scenes make the audience question".[11] Ananda Vikatan gave the film a mixed review.[12]
References edit
- ^ "GV Prakash's Adiyae is a sci-fi rom-com". Cinema Express. 27 April 2023. Archived from the original on 8 May 2023. Retrieved 8 May 2023.
- ^ "GV Prakash's next, Adiye; to be helmed by Thittam Irandu director". Cinema Express. 17 October 2022. Archived from the original on 26 April 2023. Retrieved 26 April 2023.
- ^ "GV Prakash's 'Adiyae' is a sci-fi rom-com". The New Indian Express. 27 April 2023. Archived from the original on 8 May 2023. Retrieved 8 May 2023.
- ^ "'Adiyae' motion poster: GV Prakash Kumar's film teases Vijay, Ajith, Seeman, Vishal, and other Kollywood stars". The Times of India. 27 April 2023. Archived from the original on 18 May 2023. Retrieved 10 August 2023.
- ^ "'அடியே' வழக்கமான படமல்ல: ஜி.வி.பிரகாஷ் தகவல்". Hindu Tamil Thisai (in Tamil). 10 August 2023. Archived from the original on 11 August 2023. Retrieved 10 August 2023.
- ^ "'Adiye' trailer: GV Prakash Kumar and Gouri Kishan team up for a multiversal love story". The Hindu. 8 August 2023. Archived from the original on 10 August 2023. Retrieved 10 August 2023.
- ^ "Second single from Adiyae to release on this date". Cinema Express. 7 July 2023. Archived from the original on 8 July 2023. Retrieved 8 July 2023.
- ^ "'Adiyae' Twitter Review: Netizens hail the GV Prakash starrer". The Times of India. 25 August 2023. Archived from the original on 1 September 2023. Retrieved 1 September 2023.
- ^ "Adiyae Movie Review : GV Prakash and Gouri G Kishan shine in an inventive sci-fi romance". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 30 August 2023. Retrieved 30 August 2023.
- ^ "திரை விமர்சனம் - அடியே". Virakesari (in Tamil). 25 August 2023. Archived from the original on 25 August 2023. Retrieved 25 August 2023.
- ^ ஆவுடையப்பன், பேச்சி (25 August 2023). "Adiyae Movie Review: 'என்னங்க படம் இது' .. டைம் டிராவலில் சிக்கிய ஜி.வி.பிரகாஷ்.. 'அடியே' பட விமர்சனம் இதோ..!". ABP Nadu (in Tamil). Archived from the original on 25 August 2023. Retrieved 25 August 2023.
- ^ "அடியே விமர்சனம்: மல்டிவெர்ஸ், ஆல்டர்நேட் ரியாலிட்டியில் காதல் கதை! 'அடியே' அடி வாங்காமல் தப்பித்ததா?". Ananda Vikatan (in Tamil). 25 August 2023. Archived from the original on 25 August 2023. Retrieved 25 August 2023.
