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Lubber Pandhu (Transl. Rubber Ball) is a drama about egos set against a backdrop of cricket in a villaga in tamilnadu. The story revolves around Anbu and Poomalai aka Gethu, played brilliantly by Harish Kalyan and Attakathi Dinesh respectively, and their egos of never losing a cricket game and all the complexities this behavior brings with it. I was never really a fan of Dinesh's acting, but he was a surprise package in this movie. More than these two, the female leads Swasika and Sanjana Krishnamutrhy stole the show with their presence.

The film deals with a lot of human emotions, caste based discrimination without being overly melodramatic or preachy. It is these kinds of movies that remind you that despite having big action set pieces in big budget pan India movies, it is human emotions that matter in a story. This movie offers plenty of those moments. Be it a relationship between two teenagers who are in love, a wife and a husband, a mother and a son, a mother-in-law and a daughter-in-law, or a pet and its owner. These subtle emotions are visualized beautifully.

This is a sports drama, and the editing and cinematography hit it out of the park to draw us in when the characters are playing cricket. You won't get the same goosebumps inducing feeling you get when watching Lagaan, but instead the sport is staged to bring you closer to the characters. One thing I wished they spent a bit more time on was the sound design, especially during the cricket games. The production design is just right.

I recommend watching this movie if you want a nice departure from the high-octane action thrillers that have been fed us in the recent past. You won't be disappointed.

-CinephileIndia2023.

Excellent movie from starting to end. Movie is perfect low budget one but tick marked in all aspects and engaged the audience completely. Using cricket as a tool and story line to communicate message is an excellent idea and full credits goes to the director. Attakathi Dinesh and Harish Kalyan screen presence and acting combo worked out really well. Swasika (Attakathi Dinesh's wife) opened the scene riding on tractor is awesome and her acting was top notch. Sanjana Krishnamoorthy acted brilliantly as a new comer and rocked the screens. There are so many high moments in movie. Devadarsini Sukumaran,Kaali Venkat, Bala Saravanan and others played their role very well. Cast selection for this movie is simply superb and also village setup also really good.

It is simply excellent and engaging movie for all age groups and must watch movie..

The film sounds like a mix of sports and drama with a strong focus on its main characters, Gethu and Anbu, who share a passion for cricket. It's interesting to see how the movie uses cricket as a medium to build the intense drama and emotions that keep the story engaging, even though the cricketing shots themselves could have been better executed.

The love story, while feeling somewhat forced, seems to add depth to Anbu and Gethu's relationship, making their bond stronger and more relatable. This approach, though common, can be effective in connecting the audience emotionally with the characters. The film's "entertainment spices" probably make it enjoyable despite some technical shortcomings in the sports scenes.

Overall, Lubber Pandhu is an engaging watch with a good balance of emotions, character depth, and entertainment value, making up for its minor flaws. It seems like the movie succeeds in delivering a memorable viewing experience.

RATED 10/10 Language: Tamil Source: Nil HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

The best rural sports genre movie, filled with WOW moments everywhere. The director marked his victory, when we get goosebumps for Attakatthi Dinesh. Highly entertaining sports drama with very good social message without any preaching tone.

The background songs, Vijayakanth are used for mass moments. Without any punch dialogs, without mass hero, the movie has fantastic mass moments in the second half.

The dialogs are nicely written and all the actors did their job very well. The one liner, sentiment, love sequences are perfectly gelled with Cricket.

The best part is that the comedy layer in all sad/joy moments make the audience laugh from beginning to end. After long time, I enjoyed the perfect entertainer by forgetting the real world around me.

I would highly recommending this movie to anyone.

Worth the watch.

The story is all about two talented cricketers, Gethu, a family man and Anbu, a happy go lucky guy. How they land in an egoistic situation and what happens to them and people around them forms the crux of the story, layered with many beautiful sub plots and interesting characters with many light hearted and rib tickling comedy through out the movie. Attakathi Dinesh as Gethu and Harish Kalyan as Anbu are the main anchors of the movie! Supporting characters by Sanjana, Swasika, Kali Venkat, Bala Saravanan are memorable! Music by Sean Rolden is heart warming. Cinematography and other technical departments are tout and solid. The movie is a full package of fun, emotion, drama, sports, and politics of caste. Also, the movie rubs the second half curse of Kollywood movies. One of the best Tamil movie of 2024. Has no intimate scenes or double meaning jokes! Highly recommended to watch with your family!

I created this account only to write this review. Wonderful cinema and safe to watch with kids without worrying about violence or vulgar scenes. Every frame was created so perfectly and enjoyable. No unnecessary danses or songs. Especially it's a treat to watch for every cricket fan. May be somehow somewhere it reminds of the csk team and MSD.. that might be the reason why fans are celebrating it . Or somehow atleast one character will remind us about ourselves.. i don't know hotto explain but it's a must watch. This one should open ways to create more cinema like this one. Hats off to everyone.

"Lubber Panthu" is a feel-good movie that beautifully blends cricket and emotions, offering a heartwarming experience from start to finish. The characters are portrayed with depth and authenticity, each adding their unique charm to the story. The well-constructed scenes keep the audience engaged, transitioning smoothly between moments of love, friendship, and the passion for cricket. The film balances these emotions perfectly, creating an emotional rollercoaster that feels genuine and relatable. From the beginning to the end, "Lubber Panthu" maintains a positive, uplifting tone, leaving viewers with a sense of joy and satisfaction.

Lubber Pandhu (2024) : Brief Review -

More cricketing thrills and drama than scripted IPL matches. Tamizharasan Pachamuthu has made a sensational debut with a highly unconventional sports drama, and I think this guy will go way ahead of his contemporaries. So, the idea of merging cricket with family drama, rivalry, ego battle, and romance is quite unique for Indian cinema. We have a sports epic like Lagaan, but that's a plain story driven by period drama. Lubber Pandhu starts off as a cricket rivalry between two local giants; one is a great batsman and the other is a great bowler, and then brings two love stories torn by this obsession with the sport. A small verbal fight between them takes things to a whole new level in the future, and there is that casteism issue too. I don't really think that casteism or honor ego was so effective for a local cricket tournament. But the way it explains the importance of talent is really something meaningful and socially encouraging. The film is lengthy and very predictable with all that romance, flirting, longing, parting, and reconciliation, which looks mediocre occasionally. Nonetheless, the dramatic crafting of this highly engaging storyline makes it a clear winner. That interval block, when Gethu is about to smash the winning trophy to show his frustration after getting out of the field, sees a side view of his close aide getting smashed by the opponent and line down on the floor. The cinematographer and director deserve one big award doll just for that one scene. Talking of flaws, the comedy falls flat and the romance is too cheesy. I tell you, I have seen the same visuals in almost every romantic song here and there. The climax plays a small but impactful twist on a sensitive topic like "equality" for talents in sports, and you find yourself cutely grinning with "the end." Well played, Pachamuthu.

RATING - 7/10*

By - #samthebestest.

Best come back movie for "Attakathi dinesh" and karish Kalyan acting gives additional impact to the movie, comedy scene works well, background musics especially that vijakanth songs takes the scenes to the next level, script, casts, screen play gives additional spices to the movie, while I am seeing the movie some of my old memories comes to my mind gives me real feelings emotions every scenes makes sincere effort, overall the movie makes tight bonds for the village cricketers and all the cricket fans mainly the direction makes new way of story line and there is no boring scenes, both actress gives the wonderful output.

I wasn't really keen on watching another movie about petty ego clash that escalates but this turned out to be a very sweet one despite that premise. The love for cricket, the importance and dynamics of different familial relationships, how caste works in Tamil Nadu, etc are presented with enough intensity but all along being an almost feel-good comedy drama. Attakkathi Dinesh really looked young and middle-aged just by the difference of grey in his beard, I don't think there was too much extra makeup or any digital touchups for that but maybe I'm wrong, nonetheless, I was pretty impressed by that. Watching Swasika as the mother of a grown woman was also surprisingly effective, she was really impressive in this. She should get praise for something like this except for something like Chathuram which I couldn't even watch past the first 30 minutes.

I really wish I had seen this movie in a packed theater in Tamil Nadu. I was lucky to find this back in the theater because last week it was already washed out from the theaters where it got released around me and today there were exactly 4 people including me in the theater. There's so much in this movie that would've been way more effective with a crowd and also a few bits that felt a bit underwhelming would've been not so noticeable if the other parts gave that impact that a crowd can give.

Perfect blend of emotions and exciting sporty scenes with outstanding performances of all cast especially Attakathi Dinesh & Harish Kalyan !!

Music and cinematography is match to the way the screenplay written and some dialogues in the movie is thought-provoking !

Kudos to Tamizharasan Pachamuthu for this cinema👏 Due to non availability of shows in Kerala ,I was not able to see it in theatre, but you guys can't miss this one ,it is available in Hotstar now !

This movie is not only for sports fans, it is for everyone, for families ,for youth and for every one who wants good changes in this society! A must watch One , highly recommended!

I'm glad that such a good script movies are getting immediate positive reviews from audiences. There is a famous quote "A good script will always find a way to success" this movie is proof for that Quote. Movie team doesn't spend much on advertisement and promotions. Movie speaks for itself.

Congratulations to the caption of "Labbur Pandhu" movie team Mr. Tamizharasan Pachamuthu. A perfectly crafted story with lots of emotions. Husband & Wife, Mother & Daughter , Dad & Daughter, Daughter-in-Law & Mother-in-Law, Son-In-Law & Father-In-Law, and Friends all emotions are perfectly handled and well balanced. That's makes the movie get connected with audiences effortlessly.

#AttakathiDinesh he has been seen as "Gethu" in entire movie you couldn't recognise him as a Attakathi Dinesh, one of the finest versatile actor in Tamil Cinema, we have already witnessed his versatility in various movies such as Visaranai, Attakathi (movie that earned his first name) and Cuckoo (my personal fav). His transformation from young to old awesome he justified his role in the movie and proved he is real "Gethu".

#HarishKalyan good script selection, he is not just acted as Anbhu he lived as Anbhu. Totally different version of Harrish Kalyan in this movie. We can easily connect with him. All round performance.

#Swasika man what a women, she is kind of women all men wants. Her chemistry with Dinesh worked well. Her scenes with her morher-in-law awesome.

Perfect cast selection, all are justified their roles they are lived as characters.

Must watch in theatre.

I am a movie buff and I love watching, enjoying, celebrating and even suggesting good movies and never failed to appreciate them. But never posted a review in public e forums and this is gonna be my first movie review on the public forums.

Lubbar Banthu movie is really entertaining to watch. It's a well made sports family drama. A must watch with family and friends.

Kudos to the director, the entire crew and cast for this really nice movie.

Women empowerment and community barrier breaking are the fantastic touches in the storyline.

Enjoy the movie in theatres!!!

A treat for Cricket Lovers!!

Happy Cinema!!

Wow what a movie after a long time in Tamil... I went with zero expectations and liked t movie so much . Movie had everything- emotions , comedy and serious matches which was engaging. Whole theatre was celebrating the movie so much.. In Bangalore , that too after 6 days of release , it was running house full . The BGM of captain sir gave a different vibes in theatre. A very good movie for all age groups. Captain BGM for Dinesh and Vijay BGm for Harris Kalyan was just awesome . Everyone did justice to their roles in terms of acting. Cast crew was very well selected . Sean Roland music was so apt. We can't stop it watching once , will definitely go for second time.

Lubber Pandhu

Another keen entertainer from Kollywood portraying brotherhood,romance,family emotions,humour on the backdrop of the game cricket.

The plot of the movie revolves around two individuals who has great passion and love for cricket and the interesting moments that they come across when they had to crosses each other's path through their favourite game.

The director has written the script brilliantly giving space and performance avenues for all the key characters without losing the essence of the story.

Subtle performance by Dinesh Ravi as a mid 40 guy and special appreciation to Tamizh for charmingly executing the onscreen chemistry with the combo Dinesh & Swasika. Stunning performance by Swasika as the character and she has successfully etched a place in the hearts of the audience through her poignant presentation as Asodha.

Impressive performance by Harish Kalyan on & off the field. Special appreciation to Kaali Venkat,Sanjana,Bala Saravanan,Devadarshini,Geetha Kailasam & Tamilmani for their versatile performance.

Special mention to the camera man Dinesh Purushothaman for effectively capturing the game and the rural backdrop,Sean Roland for the soulful tracks 🎶 & G Madan for giving a completely engaging package.

Thamizharasan has triumph ed in cherishing the childhood days for all the cricket lovers through intricate moments in the movie and portrayed the beautiful message of brotherhood and true sportsman spirit in the movie.

A good engaging and a must watch entertainer especially for all cricket lovers.

Rating - 3.75/5.

MUST WATCH IN THEATERS!🏏🇮🇳 If you have ever played imaginary cricket!

Apt for kids, family and everyone!

Stunning performances from Harish Kalyan and Attakathi Dinesh in the lead roles, alongside Sanjana Krishnamoorthy, Swaswika Vijay, Bala Saravanan and Kaali Venkat.

Swasika's and Dinesh's performance stands out in their portrayal of what is needed in a family life, passion vs reality! They both have captured the right amount of intensity for film and the final output is beyond words!

Absolutely a must watch family entertainor, filled with clean, well timed and written comedy and soul touching emotions and drama!

If you miss this in theaters it's going to be a loss! There is a touch down memory lane of our very own Vijayakanth Sir.

If you have played cricket in real or even imaginary cricket, waving the bat in the wind and bowling to the invisble batsman, this movie is for you!

Well done to the entire team of Lubber Pandh! Excellent script, direction and kudos to the dialogues and bgms! What a beautiful movie! 🏏💖🇮🇳

Fantastic movie ...no lag no boring just enjoyed fully All team work ...cast and crew all good especially dinesh rocked. It's a treat for cricket lovers and as well family elements such as love bond emotions etc.

The cricket match sequences are exceptionally well-executed, adding an extra layer of intensity and excitement. The climax, in particular, was completely unexpected, making the conclusion even more impactful and memorable.

The screenplay is highly engaging, and both Harish Kalyan and Attakathi Dinesh deliver excellent performances. The supporting cast also did a commendable job in their roles. Sean Roldan's music and background score are exceptional, further enhancing the movie's overall experience.

Tamilarasu Pachamuthu's Lubber Pandhu is a fantastic debut, offering a wholesome and engaging experience. The casting is perfect, with Dinesh giving a standout performance, and all actors fully embodying their roles.

The film, though cricket-themed, is relatable to all audiences, with strong dialogues and a meaningful message. It skillfully portrays different relationships, including father-daughter, husband-wife, and even the unique bond between the family cow and the lady of the house.

As a tribute to Vijayakanth, it's unmatched. A must-watch for its emotional depth and heartfelt storytelling.

Lubber Pandhu is a beautifully crafted rural egoistic-clash drama by Tamizharasan Pachamuthu.

The Best thing about the film is the writing. Words tempt the inner-ego of a person and perfect dialogues are essential to build a egoistic tension between the two main characters Gethu & Anbu. And the creator has done his job realy good.

Dinesh has nailed in his role as Gethu & Harish as Anbu played really well. Swasika's role as Yasodhai really worked well despite her young age. The climax was really different and stands unique from the other cricket movies and the message delivered is appreciatable. And Late Captain Vijaykanth Sir's Reference was mesmerizing.

Sean Roldan's Chillanjirukkiye was good.

Therefore, Lubber Pandhu is definitely a worth for the egoistic clash between the in-laws.

Lubber Pandhu brings together a talented cast featuring Harish Kalyan, Attakathi Dinesh, Sanjana Krishnamoorthy, and Swasika, all delivering standout performances. The movie blends light comedy, action, and touching emotions seamlessly.

The chemistry between Harish Kalyan and Sanjana Krishnamoorthy is refreshing, showcasing romance without the need for kisses or over-the-top moments. Dinesh and Swasika also share subtle yet impactful romantic moments, adding depth to the narrative. The cricket scenes are a major highlight, gripping and engaging throughout. The music enhances the story perfectly, making the movie even more enjoyable.

A simple yet heartfelt film, Lubber Pandhu is a repeat-worthy entertainer for its balanced storytelling and excellent performances.

I can't begin to describe the exhilarating adrenaline rush I experienced while watching this movie - especially during that one unforgettable scene! 🔥🔥🔥

This film exemplifies the power of great writing, and you can truly sense all the effort that went into crafting it. I initially expected it to focus solely on the ego clash between Gethu and Anbu, but I was completely taken aback by the incredible depth given to every single character. The film brilliantly breaks stereotypes and offers an unforgettable viewing experience.

There are multiple layers woven throughout the story, with nearly every character contributing to the narrative in a meaningful way, all while pushing for progress. The dialogues are exceptional, and the performances are spot on, with Swasika as Gethu's wife delivering a standout performance that steals the show. The songs are also fantastic, making this a total 10/10 movie from Kollywood this year!

A well done sports drama cum family drama. A very unique innovative script. Story is set in a rural place n revolves around gully cricket accompanied by a family drama. Uniqueness of the movie is the way they have entangled a family drama with sportsmanship. A simple sweet storyline that embeds sportsmanship, love for the gully cricket, ego clash vs 2 love stories, very well executed. Anybody would instantly like the movie. Any sports lovers would easily love this drama definitely. Originally a Tamil movie dubbed in all languages including Hindi dubbed. Available in Disney HotStar, my ratings is 8/10!

It's been long since I watched a perfect entertainer that scored a 100 in every single aspect from the screenplay, acting, characterization, relationship dynamics, witty dialogues, real emotions without going over the top, brilliant mass moments, music, nostalgia, cricket staging and ultimately an incredible theme... can go on and on, Just the Best Movie!!!

Best part is while all this is done, the movie is never ever short on every scene either being whistle worthy, clap-worthy, laughter-worthy or emotionally captivating

An Absolute must-watch, congrats to the entire cast and crew... Not sure I've enjoyed a movie this much in the theatre.