Critics Review

2.25

A dramatic tale that missed to acquire adequate support from an engaging screenplay

Annadurai might cater to a set of audience that don't mind a dramatically made action tale. For them, the climax sure would move some muscle somewhere inside them. (more)

Source: Behindwoods Team, Behindwoods.com

2.50

The film comes across as mere image-building exercise

For all its efforts at being an action film driven by emotions, Annadurai barely passes muster. In his efforts to build up his star, director Srinivasan fails to give us a script that makes care for the characters. The emotional scenes do not impact us as much as they should because Srinivasan fails to give us characters(more)

Source: M Suganth, Times Of India

2.50

Vijay Antony shines in this family-friendly drama

Despite falling into a very familiar territory of sentiment and drama, Annadurai is a family-friendly film and the credit goes to debutant director Srinivasan, who makes it a cut above most films in this space. (more)

Source: Haricharan Pudipeddi, Hindustan Times

2.50

Annadurai is a satisfying watch. Just don't go in with high expectations.

Vijay Antony sinks his teeth into the dual roles with a subdued performance. The actor once again proves his ability to handle emotional and mass sequences with great ease. He has also handled music and editing this time. All the songs are good and the dream song is shot in a rich manner. (more)

Source: Moviebuzz, Sify.com