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Kuiko

2023 Indian film

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Kuiko is a 2023 Indian Tamil-language satirical comedy film, written and directed by T. Arul Chezhian. Produced by AST Films, with the film stars Vidharth and Yogi Babu in the lead roles. The film was released theatrically on 24 November 2023.

01Cast

02Production

The film was announced to the media by Lyca Productions in January 2023 as a part of the Netflix Pandigai online event. The film marked the debut of T. Arul Chezhian, a former Tamil journalist who had previously written the story and screenplay for Aandavan Kattalai (2016). The director initially titled the film as Kudiyiruntha Koil and shot the project throughout 2022, before shortening the title to Kuiko. During the production stage, the film underwent a change in producers with AST Films taking over from Lyca Productions.

03Soundtrack

The music was composed by Anthony Daasan with one song by Kevin Miranda. The song "Un Peru Maari" is based on the title song of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998).

Kuiko
Soundtrack album by Anthony Daasan and Kevin Miranda
Released2023
GenreFeature film soundtrack
Length16:30
LanguageTamil
LabelThink Music
Anthony Daasan chronology
MGR Magan
(2021)
Kuiko
(2023)
Track listing
No.TitleLyricsMusicSinger(s)Length
1."Segapazhagi"Kadal VendhanAnthony DaasanAnthony Daasan4:12
2."Adi Penne"T. Arul ChezhianAnthony DaasanMukesh4:16
3."Kezhavi Kattum"T. Arul ChezhianAnthony DaasanAnthony Daasan4:19
4."Malai Murasu"T. Arul ChezhianKevin MirandaKevin Miranda3:43
Total length:16:30

04Release and reception

The film had a theatrical release on 24 November 2023 across Tamil Nadu. A reviewer from Cinema Express wrote that "this rural drama attempts to be full of emotions, but lacks an anchor" In contrast, a reviewer from South First wrote that "Arul Chezhian's brilliant writing, outstanding performances by the actors, and organic humour make this film a must-watch", adding that the film was "a gem that needs to be celebrated". A reviewer from Dinamalar also gave the film a positive review, rating it at 3.5 out of 5.

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