'Thiruchitrambalam' is probably the only feel-good movie made in Tamil in last 5 years: Siddharth

Siddharth, a multifaceted actor known for his work in acting, writing, producing, and playback singing, has carved out a significant space for himself in the South Indian film industry. Recently, he made headlines with his marriage to popular actress Aditi Rao Hydari.

In a recent interview with Galatta Plus, Siddharth expressed his admiration for the film Thiruchitrambalam, calling it one of the few feel-good romantic films to have emerged in Tamil cinema over the last five years. He noted that the movie, which was widely appreciated by audiences, stood out for its positive tone, especially in contrast to the darker, more reality-based films that have dominated the Tamil film scene in recent years.

Siddharth observed that while Tamil cinema has seen a decline in colourful, light-hearted films, it has increasingly shifted towards gritty, hard-hitting narratives, often with political themes or a focus on reality. He believes this shift has caused the industry to distance itself from joyful, happy films, which he considers equally important in cinema. "There is beauty in happiness, and I love to see it on screen," he remarked.

Reflecting on his own work, Siddharth pointed out that even in his 2022 film Chithha, which dealt with serious social issues, there were conscious efforts to break away from the typical dark and gritty stereotypes. The film aimed to highlight the lives of underprivileged sections of society in a more nuanced manner.

Thiruchitrambalam, directed by Mithran R. Jawahar and released in 2022, features Dhanush in the lead role, with Nithya Menen playing a pivotal part. Nithya Menen’s exceptional performance in the film also earned her a National Award for her portrayal of Shobana in the blockbuster movie.

Siddharth’s remarks underscore the growing demand for more feel-good films in an industry increasingly defined by intense and hard-hitting narratives. (With inputs from Agencies)