National Award-winning actor Dhanush has taken to social media to share a heartfelt review of filmmaker Meera Kathiravan‘s latest critically acclaimed Tamil drama, ‘Habeebi’. Despite a grueling shooting schedule for his upcoming projects, the ‘Kubera’ star finally watched the film and expressed deep admiration for the narrative, specifically highlighting his father, veteran director Kasthuri Raja, who delivers a powerful performance as the family patriarch Yusuf. Set against the cultural landscape of Kadayanallur’s Tamil Muslim community, Habeebi explores generational shifts, emotional depth, and socio-economic struggles through three distinct eras. Dhanush’s glowing endorsement has added massive promotional momentum to the content-driven venture, which features a widely praised musical score by Sam CS.
Dhanush’s review wins hearts online
Sharing his thoughts, Dhanush wrote: “Because of my continuous shooting schedule, I could watch ‘Habeebi’ only today. I am proud of my father for stepping into a completely new world, unfamiliar to him, and living the character of Yusuf so convincingly. Congratulations to director Meera Kathiravan and the entire team for bringing out outstanding performances from my father and the rest of the cast, and for delivering a truly memorable cinematic experience.“His message reflected his appreciation of his father’s acting abilities and gratitude towards the filmmaker for his creativity. His message was soon accepted by everyone because it became known that Dhanush values good films.
‘Habeebi’ stands out for its unique story and setting
‘Habeebi’ is highly valued due to its authentic nature. It portrays the lifestyle, culture, and bonding of the members of the Tamil Muslim community residing in Kadayanallur, Tenkasi district. This film is unusual because it encompasses love, familial feelings, and social issues simultaneously.
Strong performances and realistic filmmaking earn praise
The performance by Kasthuri Raja as Yusuf, an old man of the family who exhibits both compassion and leadership qualities throughout the film, is one of the best aspects of this movie. Performances by other members of the supporting cast are also being lauded by both viewers and critics. The meticulous direction by Meera Kathiravan, along with the music provided by Sam CS and the cinematography by Mahesh Muthuswami, made this an enjoyable movie-watching experience. ‘Habeebi’ is gaining acclaim not just from filmmakers and critics, but also from Dhanush.
