Adai Mazhai Kaalam () is a 2023 Malaysian Tamil-language romantic fantasy film written and directed by Karthik Shamalan. The cast includes Loga Varman, Thia Lakshana, Jaykishen, Vicky Rao, Velarasan, Evarani, and KS Maniam. The music was composed by Shameshan Mani Maaran.
The film, which opened 26 January 2023, had a successful opening weekend and ran for more than 60 days. It is thought to have enjoyed the highest opening weekend in Malaysia for an Indian language film since the COVID-19 pandemic. The film received positive reviews from the audience.
The film was also released on Netflix in June 2023 under the title The Eclipse.
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Reception Vikas Yadav of Midgard Times rated the film 3.5/10 and wrote that "Since you live only once, you should avoid watching movies like The Eclipse. They don't provide a very pleasant experience". P Sangeetha of OTTplay rated the film 3/5 and wrote that "This Malaysian romantic fantasy drama, helmed by Karthik Shaamalan, is like having a hot cup of coffee on a rainy day. The feel-good film that revolves around second chances, makes for a pleasant watch, courtesy the interesting storyline and a fantastic star cast".
Accolades The film won several accolades.
Award Category Result Toronto Tamil Film Festival Best Emerging Director Norway Tamil Film Festival Awards Best CinematographyBest Supporting Actress LA Film Festival Best Indie Feature Alternative Film Festival New YorkBest International Feature Film Best Actress 3rd Malaysian Indian Creative AwardsBest Debut ActorBest Supporting ActressBest Debut ActressBest Script Writer Best Music Director Best Artwork PosterBest Lyricist Best MovieBest DirectorBest Actor Best ActressBest Supporting ActorBest Comedian
See also Malaysian Tamil cinema
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