The film marked the acting debut of dance choreographer Harikumar and actress Karthika in leading roles.[2][3][4][5][6] Karthika was cast in the film after the makers had spotted her in a commercial.[7] The relative success of the film prompted Karthika to be labelled as 'Thootukudi' Karthika or 'Karuvappaiya' Karthika by the media.[8]
Music
Pravin Mani composed the music.[9] The song "Karuvappaiya" attained popularity prior to release, with Karthika's display in the song noted.[citation needed] Following the album, Pravin and Harikumar came together again for their next venture, Thirutham.[10]
Sify gave the film a negative review and wrote that "On the whole, the script is wafer thin, there is no logic and is too dark and morbid".[11] Malini Mannath of Chennai Online noted that "Though it's a predictable storyline, the director has attempted to bring in slight variations and the film does have its interesting moments and elements".[12] A critic from Cinesouth wrote that "'Thoothukudi' is a decent action thriller".[13]
Sequel
In 2013, screenwriter Sanjay Ram began working on a sequel titled Kiliyanthattu Thoothukudi 2, and would also act in it.[14][15]
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