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Brother
Theatrical release poster
Directed byM. Rajesh
Written byM. Rajesh
Produced bySundar Arumugam
Starring
CinematographyVivekanand Santhosham
Edited byAbisish Joseph
Music byHarris Jayaraj
Production
company
Screen Scene Media Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.
Distributed byAyngaran International
Release date
  • 31 October 2024 (2024-10-31)
Running time
140 minutes[1]
CountryIndia
LanguageTamil

Brother is an 2024 Tamil-language comedy drama film written and directed by M. Rajesh, and produced by Sundar Arumugam under the banner of Screen Scene Media Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. The film stars Jayam Ravi and Priyanka Mohan in the lead roles.

The film was officially announced in August 2022 under the tentative title JR 30,and the official title was announced in September 2023. Principal photography commenced in August 2022 and was predominantly shot in Chennai. It was completed by early 2024. The music was composed by Harris Jayaraj, cinematography was handled by Vivekanand Santhosham, and editing by Abisish Joseph.

Brother is scheduled to release worldwide in theatres on 31 October 2024, coinciding with Diwali, to mixed reviews from critics.[2]

Plot

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Karthik is a law student who hasn’t completed his course, and trouble-inviting son of an elderly couple. While one such adventure, makes him get expelled out of his house, Karthik goes to Ooty to live with his doting sister Anandhi and her in-laws. However, his notorious behaviour continues there as well, brewing further complications.

Cast

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Production

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Development

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In mid December 2021, M. Rajesh narrated a script to Jayam Ravi, which the actor was interested to act in.[3] Harris Jayaraj was reported to compose the score,[4] and Keerthy Suresh was reported to play the lead female role,[5] however, the makers finalised Priyanka Mohan.[6] A muhurat puja was held on 3 August 2022,[7] while the official launch was made on 5 August.[8] Bhumika Chawla was announced being a part of the cast in mid August. She was reported to play Ravi's sister in the film.[9] The title Brother was revealed on 18 September 2023.[10]

Filming

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Principal photography commenced on 5 August 2022, with the first schedule in Chennai.[11] Chawla started filming her portions in mid August.[9] The final schedule commenced in early September 2023.[12] Filming was completed by February 2024.[13]

Music

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Brother
Soundtrack album by
Harris Jayaraj
Released21 September 2024[14]
GenreFilm soundtrack
Length21:25
LanguageTamil
LabelThink Music
ProducerHarris Jayaraj
Harris Jayaraj chronology
Extra Ordinary Man
(2023) 		Brother
(2024) 		NS24
(2024)
Singles from Brother
  1. "Amudha Amudha"
  2. "Medhakuthu Kaalu Rendum"
  3. "Makkamishi"
  4. "Akka Song"
  5. "Badugas Night"
External audio
Brother – Jukebox on YouTube

The music and background score is composed by Harris Jayaraj,[15] in his fourth collaboration with Ravi after Dhaam Dhoom (2008), Engeyum Kadhal (2011) and Vanamagan (2017); second with Rajesh after Oru Kal Oru Kannadi (2012). It also marks his return to composing after a two-year hiatus.[16]

Later, the production house announced that the audio rights for the film was secured by Think Music.[17] The first single "Makkamishi" was released on 20 July 2024.[18]

Track listing
No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Amudha Amudha"Parvathy MeeraKarthik, Ahana Balaji, Bhargavi Sridhar3:49
2."Medhakuthu Kaalu Rendum"Parvathy MeeraMadhushree3:35
3."Makkamishi"Paal DabbaPaal Dabba, Dacalty4:15
4."Akka Song"ThamaraiStephen Zechariah5:30
5."Badugas Night"Vignesh RamakrishnaYogi Sekar, Sunitha Sarathy4:16
Total length:21:25

Release

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Theatrical

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Brother was released worldwide on 31 October 2024 in theatres, coinciding with Diwali, clashing with Amaran and Bloody Beggar.[19][20]

Home media

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The post-theatrical satellite and streaming rights of the film were bought by Zee Tamil and ZEE5.[21]

Reception

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Critical response

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Brother received mixed reviews from critics.

Abhinav Subramaniam of The Times of India gave 3/5 stars and wrote "Brother is enjoyable in parts, though the soap-opera vibes detract from its appeal."[22] Simran Khan of Times Now gave 3/5 stars and wrote "Despite its predictable elements and some-what boring moments, Brother succeeds in delivering a watchable experience.[...] Overall, it offers a delightful mix of comedy and drama that appeals to audiences of all ages."[23]

Praveen Sudevan of The Hindu wrote "Had Rajesh chosen to create a straight-up family drama without the forced comedic bits, Brother might have worked better. Instead, it ends up neither funny nor serious enough to make an impact."[24] Janani K of India Today gave 2/5 stars and wrote "Brother is yet another redundant film that offers nothing new."[25]

References

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  1. ^ "Brother". British Board of Film Classification.
  2. ^ "Vijay's 'Brother' likely to join Vijay Sethupathi's 'Benz' for the Diwali race". The Times of India. 1 August 2024. Archived from the original on 2 August 2024. Retrieved 2 August 2024.
  3. ^ "Director M Rajesh to team up with Jayam Ravi for his next". The Times of India. 16 December 2021. Archived from the original on 7 May 2023. Retrieved 18 September 2023.
  4. ^ "Harris Jayaraj's next with Jayam Ravi and M Rajesh combo". The Times of India. 11 January 2022. Archived from the original on 27 November 2022. Retrieved 18 September 2023.
  5. ^ "Will Keerthy Suresh star opposite Jayam Ravi in his next?". The Times of India. 3 March 2022. Archived from the original on 3 March 2022. Retrieved 18 September 2023.
  6. ^ "Priyanka Mohan to pair opposite Jayam Ravi in M Rajesh's next". The Times of India. 24 April 2022. Archived from the original on 28 April 2023. Retrieved 18 September 2023.
  7. ^ "'JR 30': Jayam Ravi's film with M Rajesh commences with a muhurat puja". The Times of India. 3 August 2022. Archived from the original on 8 October 2022. Retrieved 18 September 2023.
  8. ^ "JR30: M Rajesh's project starring Jayam Ravi, Priyanka Mohan officially launched; details inside". OTTPlay. 5 August 2022. Archived from the original on 10 August 2023. Retrieved 18 September 2023.
  9. ^ a b "Bhumika Chawla to play a supporting role in Jayam Ravi's film with M Rajesh". The Times of India. 23 August 2022. Archived from the original on 24 August 2022. Retrieved 18 September 2023.
  10. ^ "Jayam Ravi's film with M Rajesh titled 'Brother'; first look revealed". The Times of India. 18 September 2023. Archived from the original on 18 September 2023. Retrieved 18 September 2023.
  11. ^ "'JR 30': Jayam Ravi's film with M Rajesh commences with a muhurat puja". The Times of India. 3 August 2022. Archived from the original on 8 October 2022. Retrieved 18 September 2023.
  12. ^ "The first look of Jayam Ravi's film with M Rajesh to arrive on September 10". The Times of India. 5 September 2023. Archived from the original on 18 September 2023. Retrieved 18 September 2023.
  13. ^ Rajaraman, Kaushik (1 March 2024). "Atharvaa has an unexplored side of acting in him: M Rajesh". DT Next. Archived from the original on 19 April 2024. Retrieved 23 September 2024.
  14. ^ "Brother: Jayam Ravi's upcoming entertainer sets date for audio and teaser launch". Cinema Express. 10 September 2024.
  15. ^ "Brother (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)". Gaana. Archived from the original on 23 September 2024. Retrieved 23 September 2024.
  16. ^ "Jayam Ravi's next to have music by Harris Jayaraj". Cinema Express. 9 January 2022. Archived from the original on 8 December 2022. Retrieved 18 September 2023.
  17. ^ @thinkmusicindia (6 July 2024). "Super elated to announce y'all that @actor_jayamravi's #Brother Audio Rights 🎧 is bagged by us 🥳🎶 Get ready for a Colorful Musical Fiesta 🥁🎷 A @Jharrisjayaraj musical 🤩🎶" (Tweet). Retrieved 23 September 2024 – via Twitter.
  18. ^ "'Brother' first single 'Makkamishi' sets the vibe right for the Jayam Ravi starrer". The Times of India. 20 July 2024. Archived from the original on 21 July 2024. Retrieved 20 July 2024.
  19. ^ M, Narayani (19 October 2024). "Jayam Ravi's Brother clears censorship formalities". Cinema Express. Retrieved 19 October 2024.
  20. ^ "ஜெயம் ரவியின் 'பிரதர்' திரைப்படத்திற்கு 'யு' சான்றிதழ்". Daily Thanthi (in Tamil). 18 October 2024. Retrieved 19 October 2024.
  21. ^ "Brother on OTT: THIS platform bags streaming rights of Jayam Ravi's next". OTTPlay. 6 July 2024. Retrieved 27 October 2024.
  22. ^ "Brother Movie Review : A comedy-drama that leans on familiar tropes". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
  23. ^ "Brother Movie Review: Jayam Ravi, Priyanka Mohan, Bhumika Chawla Film Is A Blend Of Comedy And Family Drama". Times Now. 31 October 2024. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
  24. ^ Sudevan, Praveen (31 October 2024). "'Brother' movie review: Jayam Ravi shoulders this bland family dramedy". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
  25. ^ "Brother review: Jayam Ravi's family drama could have been a TV serial". India Today. 31 October 2024. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
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