Film critic

Gopinath Rajendran

Writes for The Hindu

Languages coveredTamilHindiMalayalam

Genres coveredDramaMusicalActionCrimeThrillerAdventureBiographyBlack Comedy

Amaran 2024 Amaran

in The Hindu

Gopinath Rajendran of The Hindu wrote "A pacy screenplay, marvellous performances and excellent technical prowess make Amaran a brilliant ode to the resilient families who love their bravehearts."
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Andhagan 2024 Andhagan

in The Hindu

Gopinath Rajendran of The Hindu wrote that the film "lacks the zaniness of Andhadhun and some of the scenes fall flat but it’s the primary cast’s sheer performance that keeps the film in check", particularly Prashanth and Simran.
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Nandhan 2024

in The Hindu

Gopinath Rajendran of The Hindu wrote "Despite focusing on a pertinent issue that needs immediate attention and holding up a mirror to society on caste oppression and power dynamics, Sasikumar and Era Saravanan’s Nandhan suffers from shallow writing and amateurish making."
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Nirangal Moondru 2024 Nirangal Moondru

in The Hindu

Gopinath Rajendran of The Hindu wrote "Even if Nirangal Moondru might not pass with flying colours, it's a step on the right path for its young director, who is more adept at working with high-concept scripts than high-flying stars, for that's what brings out his true colours as a filmmaker."
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