Ayalaan (2024) Tamil

"Ayalaan" is a 2024 Tamil science fiction film directed by R. Ravikumar, starring Sivakarthikeyan, Rakul Preet Singh, and Sharad Kelkar. The movie features an alien-themed plot, with Sivakarthikeyan playing a crucial role alongside a CGI-created alien character. The film is noted for its extensive use of visual effects, which were supervised by Hollywood VFX studios. The storyline begins with a mysterious stone found in Siberia, which leads to a series of events involving alien technology and a threat to Earth. The antagonist, Aryan, uses the stone's power for nefarious purposes, leading to a climactic battle involving the protagonist and the alien ally. Despite production challenges, including financial issues and delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic, "Ayalaan" was completed with significant contributions from the cast and crew. Sivakarthikeyan even took on the production responsibilities through his banner, Sivakarthikeyan Productions, to ensure the film's completion. Released on January 12, 2024, the movie has received mixed reviews. It has been praised for its visual effects and unique storyline but has also faced criticism for certain aspects of its execution【5†source】【6†source】【8†source】.