Synopsis
Pagiri is a 2016 Tamil-language romantic comedy film directed by Esakki Karvannan and starring Prabhu Ranaveeran.
The film explores themes typical of romantic comedy cinema while addressing issues relevant to its audience, particularly concerning water rights faced by farmers in Tamil Nadu. The title "Pagiri" is a transliteration for WhatsApp, which plays a significant role within the narrative.
The plot revolves around the popular platform and its impact on the lives of farmers. The soundtrack was composed by Karunas, with audio released by director Vasanthabalan.
The film was released at 6pm at Chennai on September 16, 2016, due to the Kaveri River water dispute. It received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its novel concept but found it shallow.
