Santhosh Subramaniyam

Santhosh Subramaniam (2008) is a feel-good Tamil romantic drama that brings a refreshing blend of family values, romance, and self-discovery. Directed by M. Raja, this film stars Jayam Ravi as Santhosh, a young man navigating the pressures of his father's expectations and his own dreams, and Genelia D'Souza, who lights up the screen as Hasini, his free-spirited love interest.

Jayam Ravi gives a relatable performance as Santhosh, who feels stifled by his father's overbearing nature and is torn between his loyalty to family and his need for independence. Genelia, on the other hand, is perfect as the lively Hasini, whose infectious energy brings warmth and joy into Santhosh's life, encouraging him to find his own path. Together, their chemistry is both endearing and engaging, adding charm to every scene they share.

Prakash Raj, as Santhosh's father, delivers a memorable performance, perfectly capturing the traditional values of a father who wants the best for his son but struggles to understand his desires. The father-son relationship is depicted with a lot of nuance, making it a heartfelt part of the film's appeal. What sets Santhosh Subramaniam apart is its lighthearted yet impactful storytelling. It balances comedy, romance, and family drama with ease, bringing humor and heart to every scene.

This movie remains a fan favorite for its relatability and the way it highlights the importance of understanding, trust, and open communication in relationships. Santhosh Subramaniam is the kind of film that leaves you smiling, reflecting on family dynamics, and celebrating the joy of following your heart.

A lively story showing the bonding between a father and son, more than the regular love story. Will be touching for the over protected children.

Santosh Subramaniam review: A nice, decent film by Jayam Ravi and team. Hats off. To start with Santosh(Jayam Ravi) falls in love with Hassini(Genelia). But his father Subramaniam(Prakash Raj) fixes another girl for him. Santosh goes against his father and wins permission to bring Hassini to his house for 1 week so that his family members could understand her. What happens at the end forms the rest of the story. Woven in a nice way, the movie keeps you stuck to your seats for the whole 2 hrs 55 mins. The screenplay is fast and the direction is great. The comedy scenes by Santhanam, Premji Amaren make you laugh so much. The acting by Jayam Ravi, Genelia, Prakash Raj is really good. The songs especially "Adada" and "Eppadi Iruntha" are good. The ending is great (especially the title card and the ending). I am sure it will be a super hit movie.

I give 10/10 for this.