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Ajay Dhishan's 'Pookie' is resonating with young audiences and couples this Valentine's weekend. The film, praised for its relatable breakup narrative and Vijay Antony's engaging music, also features crowd-pleasing references to Simbu that sparked enthusiastic reactions in theaters. The lead pair's lively performances and the supporting cast's contributions further solidify its appeal as a breezy youth entertainer.
As Valentine’s Day weekend sets the mood for romance, ‘Pookie’ has arrived in theatres, aiming straight for the hearts of youngsters and couples. Produced, composed, and edited by Vijay Antony, the film introduces his nephew Ajay Dhishan as a hero. Marketed as a fun, breakup-based romantic entertainer, the movie is positioned as a perfect seasonal release.
Out of all the songs released this week, 'Pookie' stands out with a sound likable to the youth and a hook centered around love.
Breakup drama, 'Pookie' earns positive reviews
Twitter users appear to have embraced 'Pookie.' Trade analyst Ramesh Bala rated the film 3.25 out of 5, describing it as a relatable story about love and breakups in today’s generation. Many users shared that the film engagingly and entertainingly narrates how a couple parts ways and deals with the emotional aftermath.
The overall online response calls it a light, breezy entertainer that works well for the Valentine’s weekend crowd.
Music, STR references, and theatre moments win fans
The majority of the audience commented on Vijay Antony's active music, with many referring to the songs as a big positive for the film. The background score and song sequences have been admired for emphasizing the point and engaging the masses in key emotional and mass moments. Some fans found references to Simbu's previous interviews and conversations quite recognizable, which supposedly evoked thrilling reactions inside theatres, mainly during the interval break.
These parts reportedly created whistles and attracted very loud applause, in addition to pleasing the youth.
'Pookie' cast and crew
Directed by Ganesh Chandra, ‘Pookie’ features Ajay Dhishan and debut actress Dhanusha in the lead roles, along with Pandiarajan, Sunil, Lakshmi Manchu, Vivek Prasanna, Adithya Kathir, and Black Pandi in supporting roles. Twitter users have appreciated the lead pair for their lively performances. The supporting cast has also been credited for adding humor and emotional depth. Overall, the film is viewed as a neatly packaged youth entertainer designed for couples and youngsters during the Valentine’s season.
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