Noodles (film)

Noodles is a 2023 Indian Tamil-language thriller film written and directed by Madhankumar Dakshinamoorthy and produced by Pragna Arun Prakesh. The film features Harish Uthaman, Sheela Rajkumar, Madhankumar Dakshinamoorthy, Thirunavukkarasu, Aazhiya Senthilkumar, and Vasant Marimuthu.

Plot
A joyous moment in the neighborhood goes awry on a chance confrontation and doubles up the protagonist's woes in a freak accident. "Noodles" is a drama filled with suspense, thrill, humor, and loads of entertainment for the family.

Cast

 * Harish Uthaman as Saravanan
 * Sheela Rajkumar as Sakthi
 * Madhankumar Dakshinamoorthy as Inspector Elango
 * Thirunavukkarasu as Shankar
 * Aazhiya Senthilkumar as Priya
 * Vasant Marimuthu as Lawyer Thirunavukkarasu
 * Baby Aazhiya as Priyu
 * K. Miller Elamaran as Head Constable
 * Sakthivel as Sakthi's father
 * Jayashree Senthil as Sakthi's sister
 * Kalavathi as Sakthi's mother

Production
The film noted debuted director Madhankumar Dakshinamoorthy. The entire film was shot in Chennai. The title look of the poster was released by Mari Selvaraj, and the trailer of the film was released on 23 August 2023. The film was produced by Rolling Sound Pictures and distributed by V House Productions.

Reception
News7 Tamil critic wrote that "Madan, who has acted in films including Ayali and Maaveeran, has proved that he knows how to direct through the film "Noodles". It is a small budget film, but it is well enjoyed." Logesh Balachandran of The Times of India rated 3.5 out of 5 and stated that "While Noodles explores familiar themes, its intense and powerful screenplay keeps the audience captivated throughout." .Maalai Malar critic rated 3 out if 5 and noted that "This film is an example that a good story doesn't need big money."