Lubber Pandhu reviews round-up: Harish Kalyan-Attakathi Dinesh’s cricket drama hits a sixer

Debutant director Tamizharasan Pachamuthu's feature film Lubber Pandhu has garnered glowing reviews from critics following a special media screening in Chennai. On the eve of its release, social media is abuzz with praise, with many calling it one of the best Tamil films of the year, and some even hailing it as the finest sports drama ever produced in Tamil cinema.

"Among the cricket films that have come so far in Tamil, I would rate this as probably the best after Chennai 28. The emotions hit the right note throughout. I loved the way the director addresses the politics in sports!" said film journalist Rajasekar.

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"#LubberPandhu hits it out of the park. Do yourself a favor this weekend and watch the movie! Detailed review soon," said independent film critic Karthick Krishna.

"#TamizharasanPachamuthu makes a sixer of a debut with Lubber Pandhu, a beautiful drama with heart and craft," tweeted National Award-winning critic Baradwaj Rangan.

Fans are already predicting that Lubber Pandhu will be remade in other languages by big stars.

Based on the trailer, Lubber Pandhu revolves around two rival cricket teams in a small town in Tamil Nadu. One is led by a seasoned veteran, Gethu, played by Attakathi Dinesh, an unbeaten champion in the local cricket scene. His dominance is challenged by a young cricketer named Anbu, played by Harish Kalyan, a bowler who is eager to make his mark. The film follows their fierce rivalry, highlighting their contrasting talents and approaches to the gentleman’s game.

Director Tamizharasan Pachamuthu seems to have infused Lubber Pandhu—meaning "rubber ball"—with intense energy and high-octane moments, reminiscent of nail-biting cricket matches. The film also stars Sanjana Krishnamoorthy, Swasika Vijay, Bala Saravanan, Kaali Venkat, and Devadarshini.

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