''Sandai'' () is a 2008

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directed by

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. The film stars

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, among others, play supporting roles. The music was composed by

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with cinematography done by K. S. Selva Raj and editing by G. Sasikumar. The film was released on 21 March 2008.

Cast

Production

It was announced in 2007 that Sundar C. will team up with Sakthi Chidambaram for an action comedy film. During the launch, the film was initially titled as ''Porukki'', however as the title was said to be derogatory, the titles like ''Adhirudhula'' and ''Mahamagam'' were considered before the team preferred to name the film as ''Sandai''.

Soundtrack

Music is composed by

and Released on T-Series.

Reception

''Rediff'' called it "illogical" and stated that "Just suspend all logic and reason before settling for this age-old mother-in-law/son-in-law battle movies on the lines of Poova Thalaiya and Mappillai." ''Behindwoods'' wrote "You need no introduction to the Shakthi Chidambaram brand of cinema- he makes movies purely for entertainment and most often they work. This time the director who had formerly specialized in Sathyaraj starrers has teamed up with Sundar C to provide Sandai." ''Sify'' wrote "Here is regressive piece of kitsch, with over-the-top loud performances. The plot degenerates into a farce in the second half of this tedious film as it tumbles to an all?s-well-that- concludes-well end". The Indian Express wrote, "One star for Sundar C. and one star for Shakthi Chidambaram for his fast paced narration".

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