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- ↑ "Seemathurai Review {2/5}: This rural romance, seems to be trying to another Kalavaani, but the a clichéd treatment works against it". The Times of India. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
some lively songs by Jose Franklin
- ↑ "'Seemathurai' movie review: A middling love story that never hits its intended highs". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
Music by Jose Franklin is a delight, and the songs, though acting as speed breakers within the film, are melodious and definitely warrant repeat listening
- ↑ "Music Review: Nedunalvaadai". The Times of India. 15 March 2019. Retrieved 4 July 2020.
The four songs in the film have been composed by Jose Franklin, and what we liked about its soundscape is that it's earthy just like the film
- ↑ "'Nedunalvaadai' movie review: Superlative performances elevate this rural drama". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 4 July 2020.