Tourist Family

The film is about compassion, empathy, and the interconnectedness of living beings (the Dog included).

Writer & Director Abishan Jeevinth bases his film completely on the gospel tenet "Love thy neighbor as thyself" and sets about to prove it admirably.

This tenet is a central teaching in Christianity. It emphasizes treating others with the same kindness, compassion, and respect that one would expect for themselves.

This principle is not limited to close friends or family, but extends to all individuals, regardless of their background or circumstances.

It is a clarion call to action, urging believers to demonstrate love through actions and to extend compassion to those in need including those we may not know or even like.

Loving one's neighbor is not just an emotion but should be demonstrated through actions that benefit others.

A man is not a man because he is a man; a man is a man because he is responsible and humane towards other fellow humans and humanity as a whole.

The only problem i have with the film is the issue of illegal immigration as shown.

The family cites hyperinflation in Sri Lanka as their motive for coming to India. They are not refugees!

So it is a problem when nobody reports them to the authorities because they were taking advantage of the loopholes in the Indian system by procuring fake aadhar cards, fake voter cards, mobile phones etc.. and so the entire neighborhood were breaking the Law by supporting them.

Otherwise, yes, the film is well-made, sweet, tender and heart-warming. A rib-tickler with all the core emotions in place which a family movie should have.

Simple and straight to the point.

Dunki (2023, My IMDb rating 2/10) which deals with a similar subject fails on this count.

A heart felt movie... Comedy works throughout the movie and emotional scenes are top notch... The dialogues at the end are worthy and deserves a big round of applause..

The little boy performance, sasikumar and simran performance are excellent... The proposal scene and balcony scenes are fresh and new... All the characters performed well... After seeing so many masala movies, finally a best movie for a family audience.. hope fully audience will not let this down.. a theatrical experience....

The message is simple, "When you give out Love it will come back again with loads of Love.... " Humanity exists...

A new debut director marks his entry with a Century!!!

A movie worth watching even multiple times Abishan has been my favourite since his YouTube times but didn't expect this masterpiece from him. Hat's off to his dedication. I am astonished by his thinking and the way he directed this movie. How could a young mind think of an epic film like this. Everyone in this world must watch this. What a mixed of emotions. Never failed in the scenes that made us cry. And the comedy? It made us laugh so hard. The comedy was absolutely hilarious from start. Each joke landed perfectly, At one point, our stomachs literally hurt from laughing so much. We were wiping away tears of joy by the end. It felt like a much-needed break from everyday stress. The emotional scenes were deeply moving and beautifully acted. Some moments were so heartbreaking, we couldn't hold back our tears. As the story unfolded, we could feel the characters' pain. It offered a perfect blend of entertainment and message. Expecting more masterpiece from the director. I was so worried that I haven't seen a good movie from Tamil cinema for a long time. This breaked it! Reach heights Abishan !

Tourist Family is a simple yet powerfully written and directed film that delivers its message with clarity and emotional depth. The narrative stays focused, avoiding unnecessary flashbacks or diversions, which keeps the story tight and engaging.

The humor lands perfectly, adding charm without overshadowing the emotional core. The film resonates deeply with the audience, maintaining a consistent pace that ensures viewers remain entertained and emotionally invested throughout.

At its heart, Tourist Family is a beautiful reminder that humanity transcends all boundaries-be it religion, region, or language. From start to finish, the film gracefully emphasizes that compassion and kindness are what truly unite us.

The principle of "what goes around, comes around" is subtly yet effectively portrayed, reinforcing the idea that our actions-good or bad-inevitably return to us. Themes of mutual respect and the strength of neighborhood unity are highlighted with warmth and sincerity.

In a world often divided, Tourist Family stands out as a gentle but firm voice reminding us that humanity is the greatest religion of all.

Watched the Tamil movie Tourist Family featuring Sasikumar, Simran, and Yogi Babu-and I have to say, it was a pleasant surprise.

I went in expecting a light comedy based on the trailer, but the film delivered so much more. It carries a deep message, wrapped gently in humor and everyday life. The story revolves around an ordinary family dealing with relatable, common issues, presented in a very natural, conversational style-whether it's within the family or with neighbors.

The theme is love-not in a romantic or dramatic way, but as an emotion that runs quietly yet powerfully throughout the film. No one talks about it explicitly, but you feel it in every scene. It reminded me of the lingering emotion I had after watching Anbe Sivam-not because the stories are similar, but because of the heartfelt tone that stays with you.

The two boys in the film acted beautifully-wish I knew their names. The cast really holds the film together. Sasikumar is always a joy to watch, Simran was lovely to see on screen again after a long time, and Yogi Babu brings his signature charm and humor that never gets old.

There are chuckles here and there, but what truly stands out is the direction and screenplay-it's warm, grounded, and very real.

Big thanks to my cousin for recommending this one. I loved it!