Oh My Kadavule

Oh My Kadavule

Year: 2020

Runtime: 154 mins

Language: Tamil

Director: Ashwath Marimuthu

RomanceComedy

Arjun finds himself unexpectedly married to his longtime friend Anu, only to discover their relationship is far from a fairytale. Unhappy and unfulfilled, he’s given a second chance at happiness that challenges his perspective on love and life, forcing him to confront his choices and fight for a fulfilling future.

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Timeline & Setting – Oh My Kadavule (2020)

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Time period

Contemporary

The events take place in present-day India, with a time-travel premise that creates parallel timelines. Arjun revisits the night of his original marriage proposal, leading to a second timeline that runs alongside the original sequence. The courtroom hearings and family dynamics anchor the action in a current, relatable setting.

Location

Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Tirunelveli

The story unfolds across Tamil Nadu's urban and semi-urban spaces, with a pivotal Kerala trip that broadens the characters' world. Paulraj's origin from Tirunelveli and his sanitation mission anchor the local life and social context. The narrative moves between city streets, family homes, and a Kerala landscape, grounding the emotional stakes in South Indian life.

🌆 Indian setting 🧭 Family drama

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Main Characters – Oh My Kadavule (2020)

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Anu Paalraj

Anu is Arjun's best friend-turned-love interest. She anchors the story with warmth, decisiveness, and deep loyalty to her family. Her openness about love and her willingness to challenge traditional expectations drive much of the emotional arc.

💫 Bold 🫶 Loyal 🎯 Goal-oriented

Arjun Marimuthu

Arjun starts as a practical, self-assured man who agrees to marry Anu under family pressure. The time-travel twist compels him to rethink his priorities, and his journey toward honesty and courage shapes the finale. He navigates love, responsibility, and self-discovery across two timelines.

🧭 Reflective 💖 Romantic 🛤️ Determined

Mani

Mani is Arjun and Anu's long-time friend who provides support and steadiness. He embodies loyalty and acts as a touchstone for the trio, keeping the bond intact through life's reversals.

🤝 Loyal 🎭 Friendly

Paulraj

Anu's father, a generous and practical man who runs a latrine business. His origin story—hailing from Tirunelveli and pursuing a social mission around toilets—drives his character and the family’s values.

🌱 Generous 🧭 Principled

Meera

An aspiring director and Arjun's love interest in the alternate timeline. She embodies artistic ambition, resilience, and a commitment to her craft, which Arjun helps nurture.

🎬 Ambitious 🎯 Focused 💡 Creative

Krishna

Meera's past love who hasn't fully moved on. His presence adds emotional texture and reflects how memories influence current choices.

💔 Nostalgic

Judge

The judge presiding over the divorce hearing, who becomes part of the dramatic reversal when Arjun finally expresses his true feelings.

⚖️ Judge

Arjun's Father

Arjun's father figure, a man whose background in the family business and life lessons shape Arjun's early attitudes and his growth.

🏠 Family influence

God (Vijay Sethupathi)

The enigmatic figure who offers Arjun a chance to rewrite his life, introducing the central time-travel premise of the story.

✨ Mysterious guidance

God (Ramesh Thilak)

A second portrayal of the same mystical figure, reinforcing the surreal element at pivotal moments of Arjun's journey.

⚡ Enigmatic influence

Gautham Vasudev Menon (Himself)

Himself cameo, appearing in a brief moment as a nod to the film's meta-cinematic nature.

🎥 Cameo

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Major Themes – Oh My Kadavule (2020)

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🕰️ Time Travel

A golden ticket enables Arjun to shift between timelines, forcing him to confront how small choices ripple into big consequences. The film uses this device to question fate, destiny, and the price of second chances. By juxtaposing two life paths, it shows how one moment can redefine relationships.

💞 Love and Choices

Romantic longing drives the plot as Arjun navigates affection for Meera and lingering warmth for Anu. The alternate timeline asks him to reassess what love requires—honesty, sacrifice, and the courage to change. The story probes whether love is about timing or truth.

👪 Family and Duty

Paulraj's dedication to his community and Anu's filial ties anchor the narrative in family duty. The father's generous spirit contrasts with Arjun's earlier disdain, shaping his growth. The film emphasizes loyalty, responsibility, and the power of family support in shaping choices.

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