Kudumbasthan

Writer-director Rajeshwar Kalisamy takes a simple storyline and crafts it into something deeply engaging. Balancing heavy emotions with light, feel-good comedy, he delivers a film that resonates effortlessly.

Manikandan is the heart of the film, portraying his character's struggles and emotions with remarkable depth. His performance makes us feel every moment of his journey. The supporting cast shines as well, bringing authenticity to their roles.

A film that blends emotion and humor seamlessly, this one is definitely worth watching, don't miss this out in theatres !

Note: This film is for all the ages.

Laughter riot in theatre. Manikandan and Next home boy character is bliss to watch. He shoulders the entire movie. Comedy, serious, nervous, embarrassing all the expression he easily pulling it of. Guru somasundaram also did equally great. The chemistry between the lead pair is really nice. Heroine acting was natural to watch. All the characters had equal importance in this movie. Every middle class guys who struggled/struggling for money/commitment, guys who tries hard to come up in life can easily connect to this movie. No vulgar scenes or violence. Best part is directors presentation, rather telling as documentary it was end to end fun. Movie can be watched with family. Watched without expectations but turnedout to be very good movie. Do enjoy this movie in theatres.

Kudumbasthan is not just a family drama. It's a raw portrayal of how cruel life can be for a man without money. The film doesn't sugarcoat the harsh truth. When a man is financially unstable, even his closest relationships, parents, wife, and society turn their back on him. It shows how a man's worth is often measured only by his wallet, not by his heart or sacrifices.

The narrative hits hard because it reflects the struggles many men go through silently. The humiliation, the loneliness, and the constant pressure to provide make the story painfully real. It asks an uncomfortable question: in a world that celebrates family bonds, where do love and loyalty go when money is absent?

Manikandan's performance is nothing short of extraordinary. He carries the weight of the character with such authenticity that you can feel his pain in every frame. His expressions, sometimes broken, sometimes defiant, bring depth to the story. He makes you not just watch the struggle but live it with him.

In short, Kudumbasthan is a reminder of the silent battles men face every day. It's not just a film. It's a reality check about survival, dignity, and the fragile nature of relationships when money becomes the deciding factor.

Fun-filled. This movie will make you laugh, that's a guaranteed. There's so much to take away from this movie. Every frame is worth it. Mani Kandan nailed it as always! I couldn't stop wondering how he picks such scripts! The director has a good future in the industry! Setback after setback! Even though this movie shows the harsh reality, you won't feel down watching this rather be uplifted! The veterans did a good job especially the Appa and the mama characters. I loved this family where everyone was imperfect. How the relations mock at you in the functions can't be portrayed in a better way by anyone else! This is so much fun, do watch it! You would not want to miss a frame even in the songs!

First half is fun filled & 2nd half is bit dragged but WORTH WATCHING

2nd half last 30 minutes writing was peaks

K. Manikandan performance in one scene (Dinning table scene, while he starting eating the food & their mother take the food plate ,K. Manikandan expression ) is too GOOD

Movie has very relatable character, every one should connect with this movie.

STORY PLOT ::: Naveen lives with his wife, Vennila, and his parents and is the family's sole breadwinner. After an argument at work, and refusing to apologize, Naveen is fired. Boggled by family pressures and financial struggles,how naveen.