Directed by: Karthik Venugopalan
Written by: Karthik Venugopalan
Produced by: Ishari K. Ganesh
Starring:

• Hiphop Tamizha Adhi
• Kashmira Pardeshi
• Anikha Surendran

Cinematography by: Madhesh Manickam
Edited by: Prasanna GK
Music by: Hiphop Tamizha
Production company: Vels Films International
Release date: 24 May 2024
Country: India
Language: Tamil

PT Sir

PT Sir is a 2024 Tamil-language social drama film directed and written by Karthik Venugopalan, with production by Ishari K. Ganesh. The film features Hiphop Tamizha Adhi in the lead role, supported by Kashmira Pardeshi, Anikha Surendran, Prabhu, Ilavarasu, Pandiarajan, Thiagarajan, and Munishkanth.

Initially announced in November 2022 as HHT7 (Aadhi's seventh film as the lead actor), the official title was revealed in January 2023. Principal photography began in January 2023 and concluded in late February 2024, with major shoots in Chennai and Erode. Hiphop Tamizha composed the film's music, with cinematography by Madesh Manickam and editing by Prasanna GK.

PT Sir hit theaters on 24 May 2024, receiving mixed to positive reviews from critics.

Plot

Kanagavel, a young physical training instructor at a school in Erode, is warned by his mother, Maheshwari, to avoid social issues due to a dire astrological prediction. He is in love with a fellow teacher, Vanathi, and their engagement is imminent. However, when their neighbor Nandhini is assaulted and later commits suicide, Kanagavel defies his mother's warnings to seek justice. He files a murder case against the college chairman, GP Guru Purushothaman, believing him to be responsible.

Cast

• Hiphop Tamizha Aadhi as Kanagavel
• Kashmira Pardeshi as Vanathi, Kanagavel's love interest
• Anikha Surendran as Nandhini
• Prabhu as Adv. Manickavel, Vanathi's father
• Thiagarajan as Guru Purushothaman (G.P), College Chairman (Main Antagonist)
• Pandiarajan as K. Selvaraj
• Munishkanth as Marimuthu
• Ilavarasu as Rathinam, Nandhini's father
• Devadarshini as Maheshwari, Kanagavel's mother
• Pattimandram Raja as Rajan, Kanagavel's father
• Vinodhini as Nandhini's mother
• Pranika Dhakshu as Kanagavel's sister
• Abi Nakshathra as Nandhini's younger sister
• RJ Vigneshkanth as advocate (cameo)
• Madhuvanti Arun as Aadhirai, GP's lawyer (cameo)
• K. Bhagyaraj as judge (cameo)

Production

On 14 November 2022, Aadhi, part of the musical duo Hiphop Tamizha, was announced to star in a new venture directed by Karthik Venugopalan and produced by Vels Films International. The project, tentatively titled HHT7, was officially launched the next day in Chennai. The film's title, PT Sir, was revealed on 12 January 2023. Principal photography began on 22 November 2022 in Chennai and later moved to Erode, wrapping up by late February 2024.

Music

The soundtrack and background score for PT Sir were composed by Hiphop Tamizha. The album features the following tracks:

1. "Kutty Pisasae" – Lyrics and Vocals by Hiphop Tamizha (2:57)
2. "Nakkal Pudichavan" – Lyrics by Vignesh Srikanth, Vocals by Hiphop Tamizha and Rihana (3:51)
3. "Poraadu Sirage" – Lyrics by Vignesh Srikanth, Vocals by Kaushik Krish and Hiphop Tamizha (3:25)
4. "Tonta Toin" – Lyrics and Vocals by Hiphop Tamizha (3:03)
5. "Kanagavel Kaaka" – Lyrics by Muthamil, Vocals by Hiphop Tamizha, V. M. Mahalingam, and Kaushik Krish (2:30)

Release

PT Sir was released in theaters on 24 May 2024.

Critical Response

Roopa Radhakrishnan of The Times of India rated the film 2.5/5 stars, praising Devadarshini's performance.
Bhuvanesh Chandar of The Hindu highlighted the film's stance against victim-blaming.
Manigandan KR of Times Now gave it 3/5 stars, noting its attempt to raise social awareness.
Harshini S V of Film Companion appreciated the film's message on victim-blaming despite a less engaging watch.
Narayani M of Cinema Express rated it 2/5 stars, critiquing its execution.
Anusha Sundar of OTTPlay gave it 1.5/5 stars, criticizing its approach to women's empowerment.