Critics Review
1.50
The game lacks excitement!
Kalabhavan Mani is his usual self in Modhi Vilayadu, playing his part to satisfaction. Vinay very much fits the character. Kajal Aggarwal has precious little to do. VMC Haneefa provides some enjoyable moments. Santhanam too makes his presence felt. The high point of Modhi Vilayadu is its production ...(more)
Source: Editorial Board, Behindwoods.com
2.00
Disappointing.
It is Saran's best film technically with superior production values and richness in every frame, thanks to Karun's eye catching camera work. But sadly the story and script has gaping holes and sags big time. Added to that, Vinay Rai is a total let down. Modhi Vilayadu just does not make it to the fi...(more)
Source: MovieBuzz, Sify.com
2.50
If certain negatives don't bother you, its worth a watch.
The major plus points of Modhi Vilayadu are its music, composed by the popular Colonial Cousins (Hariharan and Leslie Lewis) and cinematography. Vinay and Kajal Agarwal are good actors, but their performance lacks the usual fervor we see from them. Santhanam antics are okay. Technically, the film is...(more)
Source: Editorial Board, galatta.com
3.00
The suspense element keeps it going.
Alluring screen presence, coupled with the cheekiness of youth is Vinay's forte. It's a decent break for Kajal Agarwal — 'MV' would probably revive her fortune in the Tamil arena. 'Kalabhavan' Mani is disappointing. The "Modhi Vilaiyaadu" number featuring Hariharan and Leslie, the composing duo of M...(more)
Source: Malathi Rangarajan, The Hindu
3.50
Well packaged and glossy, Modhi Vilaiyadu rocks.
Director Saran bounces back in awesome form with this neatly packaged movie, 'Modhi Vilaiyadu'. Every character has a soul in the film. Both Vinay and Kajal's roles have equal meat, and their performance contributes positively to the film. The movie is highly pleasing to the eye, thanks to the camer...(more)
Source: Editorial Board, IndiaGlitz.com