Pasanga 2

Pasanga 2 : Haiku[1] is a 2015 Indian Tamil-language comedy drama film written, co produced and directed by Pandiraj. A thematic sequel to Pasanga (2009), the film focuses on the issue of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) amongst children and is set in the city, unlike Pasanga. The film, starring debutante child actors Nishesh and Vaishnavi in lead alongside Ramdoss, Vidya Pradeep, Karthik Kumar and Bindu Madhavi. This film is produced by Suriya, who also appears in an supporting role along with Amala Paul. The film was the last film of year 2015 and was declared as a "year end blockbuster".[2] The film will mark Pandiraj's last of the trilogy for children, following Pasanga and Marina.[3] A Telugu dubbed version, titled Memu, was released simultaneously in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana on 8 July 2016.[4]

Pasanga 2: Haiku
Film poster
Tamilபசங்க-2
Directed byPandiraj
Produced bySuriya
Pandiraj
Written byPandiraj
StarringNishesh
Vaishnavi
Ramdoss
Karthik Kumar
Vidya Pradeep
Bindu Madhavi
Music byArrol Corelli
CinematographyBalasubramaniem
Edited byPraveen K. L.
Production
company
2D Entertainment
Pasanga Productions
Distributed byStudio Green
Escape Artists Motion Pictures
Release date
  • 24 December 2015 (2015-12-24)
CountryIndia
LanguageTamil
Budget₹4.3 crores
Box office₹52 crores

Plot

Kavin (Nishesh) and Naina (Vaishnavi) are two children who get pushed out of schools because of their hyperactive activities. Their parents are not able to bear the attitude of their children and transfer them through many schools. Accidentally, they end up with a child psychiatrist Thamizh Nadan (Suriya) and his wife Venba (Amala Paul). The two children were sent to a hostel, where they miss their parents dearly. They escape from the hostel and follow Thamizh and Venba’s children to their home. Thamizh suggests that Kavin and Naina join a school where Venba is a teacher, where they let children be themselves. Their parents think and reluctantly send them to the school. While Kavin and Naina study there, they are selected, along with Venbas son Abhiman, to participate in a talent show. There, Kavin dances and Naina tells the story of her life. Once the competition is over, Tamizh and Venba leave immediately, along with their children. When Kavin and Naina's parents questioned them why they did so, they replied with full satisfaction that all they needed was for the children to participate and not to win. The parents then realise their mistakes. Kavin and Naina also regret their mischievous behaviour. The film ends with an ambulance honking, and they prayed. The families lived happily.

Cast

Production

By June 2014, Suriya launched his second production under his then new-launched studio 2D Entertainment, a children's film by Pandiraj.[5] Suriya had wanted to begin 2D Entertainment with a newcomer's film and listened to over 50 scripts but said that he was impressed by Pandiraj's script only, adding that his story was entertaining and had a message.[6]

According to the director, the film will offer a beautiful experience to all".[7] Pandiraj was searching for nearly eight months for suitable children to play the protagonists, meeting about 150 children, before selecting Nishesh, Vaishnavi and Aarush.[2] Bindu Madhavi, who had worked with Pandiraj in Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga, was given a lead role and Karthik Kumar was cast as her romantic interest.[8] Suriya besides producing the film agreed to play Tamil Naadan, a social activist.[9] A source from the film's unit revealed that his role was not a cameo, but one of 40 minutes length.[10] Paired opposite Suriya was Amala Paul, who enacted the role a teacher named Venba.[9] Before Amala Paul was signed for the role, Jyothika was under consideration, with Pandiraj stating that it "would be nice" if Jyothika played that role.[11]

The director initially shot for few days in July 2014 but then had to put it back to complete Idhu Namma Aalu.[1] Principal photography with Suriya commenced on 25 February 2015.[12][13] In May 2015, a song was filmed on Suriya and over 60 children.[14] Suriya and Amala Paul's portions were wrapped up later that month.[15] In August, Pandiraj announced that the title "Haiku" would not be retained, and that he would come up with a new title to take exploit the Tamil Nadu Government's rule of entertainment tax exemption for films with Tamil titles.[16] The title was later revealed to be "Pasanga 2".[17]

Indiaglitz mentioned that the film offers umpteen infotainment and the messages are conveyed without being preachy. Apt stress has been made on the importance of the complete dedication and involvement of both the parents and family in various phases of growth of a kid.[18]

Soundtrack
Pasanga 2
Soundtrack album by
Arrol Corelli
Released17 October 2015
GenreFeature film soundtrack
LabelSony Music India
ProducerArrol Corelli
Arrol Corelli chronology
Pisaasu
(2014)		 Pasanga 2
(2015)		 Savarakathi
(2016)

Music and soundtracks were composed Pisaasu fame Arrol Corelli. The soundtrack features for songs, the lyrics for which are written by Na. Muthukumar, Madhan Karky and Yugabharathi. Behindwoods rated the album 3 out of 5 and called it "Pasanga 2 is a feel good album which stays true to the film’s theme".[19]

Track listing
No.TitleSinger(s)Length
1."Chotta Bheema"Yazhini, A. L. Srikanth4:05
2."Tham Tham"Anand Halve4:47
3."Kattukkulla Kannakkatti"Anand Halve3:06
4."Pookkalai Killi Vandhu"Yazin Nizar3:47
5."Pasanga 2 (Theme)"Arrol Corelli4:29

Release

The satellite rights of the film were sold to Jaya TV.[20]

Critical reception

The film received mixed reviews from critics.[21] Behindwoods rated the film 3.5 out of 5 and wrote, "Do a favor to Tamil cinema, watch Pasanga 2, let other superstars try what Suriya has!".[22] Indiaglitz rated the film 3.25 out of 5 and wrote, "An enjoyable and enlightening ride into the world of kids".[23] Kollytalk rated the film 3.5/5, stating "Message for everyone".[24] The Times of India rated 3 out of 5 stars stating "The film will certainly appeal to an undemanding viewer."[25] Sify rated 3 out of 5 stars stating "Pasanga 2 is a neat family entertainer and a must watch for both parents and current generation kids."[26] Hindustan Times rated 2 out of 5 stars stating "Pandiraj’s Pasanga 2 starring Surya and Amala Paul has a novel core plot but the film takes an awfully long time to get to the point, and when it does, it spins out of focus, weighing us down with inane incidents and slapstick humour."[27] India Today rated 3 ouut of 5 stars stating "While many directors in Kodambakkam worry about the corruption in India, here is Pandiraj who has sincere concern for our families and kids. His worries about the commercialisation of education, deprivation of 'family time' in a busy urban lifestyle and rank-oriented education are all apparent in this film, and it has a simple storyline."[28] Deccan Chronicle rated 3 out of 5 stars stating "Pandiraj has packaged several issues in an entertaining manner without being preachy."[29]

Online Release

Herotalkies has legally released Pasanga 2 Tamil movie on their online movie streaming portal to overseas customers.[30]

Box office

The film performed well at the box office and three weeks after release, the makers announced that the film would be screened free for children under ten years old.[31] The movie grossed over ₹50 crore worldwide theatrical ran 75 days.

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