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Romantic comedies are perhaps the most over-exhausted, overexplored genre in all of cinema, with almost every cinematic trope having been done to death. And yet, Thiruchitrambalam proves that two sparkling lead performers can make even the most cliched plotline engaging and charming, immersing you into their world with their authentic portrayals. Dhanush and Nithya Menen combine to such devastating effect that you cannot help but get swept up in the sheer fun and frolic they unleash on screens before you and leave the cinema hall will a wide grin plastered over your face. After the twin debacles of “Jagame Thandiram (2021)” and the shambolic “Maaran (2022)” Dhanush returns to his home genre that made him such a household name. In a character eerily similar to his role in the cult-hit “Velaiilla Pattadhari (2014)”, Dhanush plays “Thiru”, a disgruntled, troubled young man eking out a living as a food delivery man constantly living under the turmoil of a torrid past. His only solace in life is “Shobhana” (the effervescent Nithya Menon), his best friend and close confidante, who constantly tries to motivate and encourage him to do better in life. This dynamic duo reels you into their messy lives and their search to find Thiru a suitable girl, all the while trying to sort out his familial issues and slipshod career. Infused with foot-tapping music from the always dependable Anirudh Ravichander, director Mithran Jawahar’s breezy narrative style keeps you continuously engaged and sold fully on the protagonist’s plight. Bharathiraja is an absolute hoot as Thiru’s quickwitted grandfather, generating some of the film’s best comedic moments with his one-liners and zany quirkiness. Raashi Khanna and Priya Bhavani Shanker make little to no impact in bit-part roles but they were specifically designed to be such by the director. The chemistry between Dhanush and Nithya Menen is so palpable that they can carry the entire narrative of the film on their capable shoulders. Despite a cliched, formulaic storyline with no real surprises, their witty banter, constant bickering, and how they cheerfully navigate the hurdles that life throws in their way become all too relatable and consistently entertaining. Recommended! 169 people found this helpful. Subramanian Chandrasekaran a year ago Family oriented and Fun loving movie is thiruchitrambalam. Each and every character potrayed nicely. Nice to watch in theatres. Songs have come up very well, screenplay is outstanding. Background music is good in this film. Dhanush and Nithya menon is really incredible and their acting style, expression will be spoken about this movie forever. Body language and emotional scenes they have did well and no margin of error. Their chemistry, fun, comedy scenes has worked really in this movie. Good co ...More 3 people found this helpful. Bhaarath Kumar a year ago THIRUCHITRAMBALAM REVIEW A nice feel-good entertainer written and directed by MITHRAN •R JAWAHAR. The story, though we have see it in many movies the screenplay is very fresh and it keeps you engaged throughout the movie,you won't feel bored at any point. Talking about the cast Dhanush nailed his role with his perfect acting,bharatiraja sir,prakash Raj all played their roles well. Nithya Menon steals the whole show,she captures your heart with her cute acting and all of us need a bestfriend