Mumbai’s entertainment scene is buzzing as the Tamil romantic comedy-drama ‘Dragon’ celebrates its first anniversary since release. This heartfelt coming-of-age tale, blending humor, heartbreak, and personal growth, captured audiences’ hearts with its relatable storyline and stellar performances.
Directed by Ashwath Marimuthu and penned by lead actor Pradeep Ranganathan, ‘Dragon’ follows Raghavan’s tumultuous journey after a school breakup. Devastated, he abandons studies and dives into the perilous world of financial scams, spiraling out of control until redemption beckons. The film’s mix of laughter and emotion resonated deeply, earning strong box office returns.
Starring Pradeep Ranganathan, Anupama Parameswaran, Kayadu Lohar, and Masakkyn, the movie showcased fresh talents in South Indian cinema. For debutante Kayadu Lohar, playing Pallavi became a career-defining role, marking her grand entry into Tamil films.
On this milestone day, Kayadu took to Instagram, posting nostalgic set photos. ‘One year since Dragon’s release! This journey kickstarted everything. Thank you all for the love and for embracing me. Pallavi will always hold a special place in my heart. Cheers to many more!’ she captioned, expressing profound gratitude.
Critics and fans alike praised the film’s authentic portrayal of friendship, love, career struggles, and recovery from setbacks. As ‘Dragon’ turns one, it reminds us of cinema’s power to heal and entertain, with Kayadu’s breakout performance shining brightest.