| Director: | R. S. Dayalan |
| Starring: | Nithin Sathya Karthika Mathew Sanjeev Abhinay Sathyan Chaams |
| Story: | S. Rajasekar |
| Music: | E.K.Bobby |
| Cinematography: | S. Murthy |
| Studio: | Maruthi Films |
| Country: | India |
| Language: | Tamil |
Palaivana Solai is a 2009 Indian Tamil-language buddy drama film starring Nithin Sathya, Karthika Mathew, Sanjeev, Abhinay, Sathyan and Chaams.[1] It is a remake of the 1981 Tamil film of the same name. The film failed to replicate the success of original film.
Ramana, Yuvan, Aadhi, Prabhu and Iniyan are friends in a locality. Yuvan is a spoilt-brat and is the son of a rich entrepreneur. Ramana is a caring brother who is determined to work hard and get his sisters married. Iniyan is a struggling lawyer and Aadhi wants to make it big in cinema. Prabhu is a happy-go-lucky youth, who runs an auto rickshaw.
Their life takes a turn when Priya arrives in their locality. Priya gets acquainted with them. She helps them overcome their inferiority complex and succeed in their careers. Meanwhile, Aadhi develops romance towards her. But the friends suffer a shock when they come to know that Priya is on the brink of death and is affected by heart problems.
Music was composed by Bobby and lyrics were by Vairamuthu.[2] The audio was released on 26 August 2009 at Kamala Theatre. The songs "Megame Megame" and "Aalana Aalu" from the 1981 film were recreated for this version.[3]
The Times of India wrote "It is well presented but the film still falls short of expectations. In an era of short texts and fast communication, it is a bit out of synch."[4] Sify wrote that the film "just does not work as the basic concept and script is ancient and irrelevant today. It does not gel with the ideas and aspirations of today’s youths".[5]