Critics Review

3.50

Ripper and gripper

The main success of Manmathan is due to the fact that it tells a gritty and thrilling tale in an attractive and modern sort of way. Simbu acting skills get a good exposure in this author-backed role. Jyothika as the heroine is okay. Music by Yuvan Shankar Raja is a definite plus point to the film. (more)

Source: Editorial Board, IndiaGlitz.com

3.50

"Manmadhan" ... showcasing Silambarasan's talent

SILAMBARASAN'S IMPRESSIVE story telling skills find the right platform. The hero takes on the onus of story, screenplay and direction supervision for the first time and displays a reasonable level of maturity. A slim Jyotika is an apt foil. Chirpiness, sadness or fear, her eyes convey emotions with ease. If the final twist enhances the film from the usual, Yuvan Shankar's outstanding background score elevates the sequences to a mesmerizing plane. (more)

Source: Malathi Rangarajan, The Hindu