Vadakkupatti Ramasamy

Vadakkupatti Ramasamy is a 2024 Indian Tamil-language period comedy drama film written and directed by Karthik Yogi and stars Santhanam and Megha Akash. The film was released on 2 February 2024 to mixed reviews from critics.

Plot
A selfish, money-minded charlatan makes a living off his fellow villagers using their superstitious beliefs. When his major source of income is shut down, he tries numerous ways to reopen the temple.

Production
The film's title is based on a comedy scene from Uthama Raasa (1993) in which Goundamani asks a man who died and the man responds with "Vadakkupatti Ramasamy". The film is based on real incident that happened in the 1960s and 1970s. The film was shot in a single schedule of sixty-three days.

Soundtrack
The soundtrack was composed by Sean Roldan.

Release
The post-theatrical streaming rights of the film were bought by Aha and Amazon Prime Video. The satellite rights of the film were sold to Zee Tamil. The film had its digital premiere on the streaming platform from 12 March 2024.

Reception
A critic from Cinema Express rated the film three out of five stars and wrote that "Even with all the conspicuous flaws, even if the story doesn’t compel you, Vadakkupatti Ramasamy still pulls you into its colourful world full of zany characters and leaves you with more than a handful of laughs". A critic from The Times of India rated the film 2 $1⁄2$ out of 5 stars and wrote that "Quite naturally, Vadakkupatti Ramasamy is a full-on theatrical film made for the general audience to laugh, cry, and get frustrated during its more than two-hour runtime". A critic from India Today rated the film two out of five stars and wrote that "Santhanam’s silly comedy is so silly that it makes you scratch your head for the most part". A critic from News Today wrote that "In essence, the film offers audiences a delightful blend of comedy, drama, and unexpected twists, making it a worthwhile watch for those seeking a lighthearted and entertaining cinematic experience".