''Ilayaraja'' is a 2019

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written and directed by

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with a screenplay by Sudeep T George.

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, Deepak Parampol, Baby Ardra and Master Adityan play the lead roles.

Plot

Subru, the son of Vanajan, who runs a coffee shop in

Thrissur Thrissur (), formerly Trichur, also known by its historical name Thrissivaperur, is a city and the headquarters of the Thrissur district in Kerala, India. It is the third largest urban agglomeration in Kerala after Kochi and Kozhikode, and t ...

and supports his family, is an extraordinary genius in chess. His skill makes him the hero of the town. A teacher who liked Subru's skill brought him from a government school to a public school. With this, Subru's life changes.

Cast

Soundtrack

Reception

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'' gives Ilayaraja stars and states "Ilayaraja is a feel good tale with noble intentions. It may not perhaps cater much to those loving loud, fast paced entertainers, but has its moments that suits the family crowds." Anjana George of ''

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'' also awarded the film stating "On the whole, the movie will be a treat for Malayali viewers as it has magnificently captured the essence of lives and the nature around." Writing in ''Cinema Express'' Sajin notes "A cheerful, well-acted underdog story."

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* {{IMDb title, id=8743090 2019 films 2010s Malayalam-language films Indian drama films Films shot in Thrissur