‘Kottukkaali’ wins Grand Prix Award at Amur Autumn International Film Festival

Movies By South First Desk Sep 24, 2024 Read the article

PS Vinothraj’s latest directorial, Kottukkaali, has won the Grand Prix Award at the 22nd Amur Autumn International Film Festival in Russia.

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The critically acclaimed film, starring Soori and Anna Ben, was backed by actor Sivakarthikeyan under his banner SK Productions.

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The production house took to Instagram to share the news about Kottukkaali clinching the Grand Prix at the Amur Autumn International Film Festival.

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Kottukkaali was well-received by critics and audiences alike. It garnered praise for its strong performances and compelling narrative.

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The film, released in theatres on 23 August, is set to stream for international audiences on Simply South from 27 September.

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Kottukkaali centres around Meena, a young woman struggling with the societal pressures of her family after falling in love with a boy from a lower caste.

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