Dear (2024 film)

Dear
Theatrical release poster
Directed by	Anand Ravichandran
Written by	Anand Ravichandran
Produced by	Varun Tripuraneni Abhishek Ramisetty G. Pruthviraj
Starring	G. V. Prakash Kumar Aishwarya Rajesh
Cinematography	Jagadeesh Sundaramoorthy
Edited by	Rukesh
Music by	G. V. Prakash Kumar
Production company	Nutmeg Productions
Distributed by	Romeo Pictures
Release date	11 April 2024 (2024-04-11)
Country	India
Language	Tamil

Dear (stylized as DeAr) is a 2024 Indian

The film was officially announced in December 2022 under the tentative title Production No. 3, as it is the third production for the former house, and the official title was announced in May 2023. Principal photography commenced the same month as the former month, and wrapped by early August 2023. The film has music composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar, cinematography handled by Jagadeesh Sundaramoorthy, and editing by Rukesh.

Dear was theatrically released on 11 April 2024.

Plot

Arun, a dedicated newsreader with aspirations of becoming a prominent journalist, leads a life driven by ambition and determination. His world takes a sudden turn when he meets Deepika, a charming woman with dreams of her own. Their whirlwind romance culminates in marriage, promising a lifetime of companionship.

However, their journey encounters an unexpected hurdle when Arun discovers Deepika's struggle with sleep apnea. Initially surprised by this revelation, Arun finds himself grappling with uncertainty and concern for their future. As Deepika's condition becomes more pronounced, Arun's commitment to their relationship is put to the test.

Despite the challenges they face, Arun is determined to stand by Deepika's side. He embarks on a journey of understanding and acceptance, delving into the intricacies of her condition and learning to provide the support she needs. Through countless nights and moments of difficulty, their bond deepens, strengthened by their mutual resolve.

As Arun witnesses Deepika's resilience and courage, he finds himself inspired by her spirit. Their love transcends conventional expectations, embracing each other's imperfections and cherishing their shared moments.

Together, they navigate life's ups and downs, finding solace in each other's presence. Arun's acceptance of Deepika's condition not only strengthens their bond but also reaffirms the power of love to overcome challenges.

In the end, Arun and Deepika emerge victorious, their love standing tall amidst the trials they've endured. Their journey serves as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of love.

Cast

Production

Development

On 11 December 2022, Nutmeg Productions officially announced their third production venture, which would be helmed by Sethum Aayiram Pon (2019) director Anand Ravichandran. The project would feature G. V. Prakash Kumar and Aishwarya Rajesh in the lead role, pairing opposite each other in the film, in their maiden pairing. The technical crew consisting of Prakash (as the music composer), cinematographer Jagadeesh Sundaramoorthy and editor Kripakaran was revealed along with the official stills of the muhurat puja held the same day in Chennai.^[1] The film's official title, Dear, was announced on 4 May 2023.^[2]

On the similarities of the storyline between Dear and Good Night, Anand stated "I know Manikandan, who's playing the hero in that film, through a common friend. Before we went to shoot, we sat down and spoke. Except for the fact that the films are about snoring, they are vastly different in terms of treatment. Ours is more commercial, and even visually, the treatment is different." According to Anand, most of the film was shot with sync sound; as he found it too difficult to recreate "the beauty of drama" through dubbing.^[3] On 5 April 2024, with the release of the film's trailer, Kripakaran was revealed to have been replaced by Rukesh due to reasons unknown.^[4]

Filming

Principal photography began with the first schedule on 11 December 2022.^[1] After being predominantly shot in Chennai, principal photography wrapped on 1 August 2023 with a cake-cutting celebration.^[5]

Release

Dear was theatrically released on 11 April 2024.^[6]

Home Media

The post-theatrical streaming rights of the film were bought by Netflix.The film had its digital premiere on the streaming platform from 28 April 2024.^[7]

Reception

Roopa Radhakrishnan of The Times of India rated the film 2/5 stars and wrote that the "Film lackluster portrayal of marriage and underdeveloped characters, with missed opportunities for deeper exploration of gender dynamics".^[9]

Bhuvanesh Chandar from The Hindu wrote "The tumultuous relationship drama necessitated meticulous storytelling and a concentrated examination of its core conflict".^[10]

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