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Aan Devathai is a 2018 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by Thamira. The film stars Samuthirakani in the lead role alongside Ramya Pandian, Aranthangi Nisha, and Child actress Monica. The movie highlights the challenges and sacrifices made by a father to ensure the well-being of his family. The story is about a middle-class family living in Chennai, where the father Rangasamy, played by Samuthirakani, works hard to provide for his family. The movie starts with him getting transferred to Kodaikanal and the problems he faces to adjust and accommodate his family. His wife, played by Aranthangi Nisha, is a housewife and takes care of the family.

The couple has two children, a teenage son, and a younger daughter. Samuthirakani's character as a strict and disciplined father who wants his children to have a discipline life with strong moral values, often puts his work above his family. His son dislikes him for his strictness and rules, but his daughter is a daddy's girl who looks up to him.

One day, the daughter, played by Monica, falls ill while on a school trip, and Rangasamy rushes to take care of her. He realizes how precious her life is and how he has been prioritizing work over his family, leading to the realization that he needs to make changes. Rangasamy decides to take a break from work and spend time with his family, much to their surprise.

At first, the family is shocked at the sudden change and suspicion of the reason for the break from work. But soon, they realize his intentions, and the family starts to spend quality time together. But, as it happens in every relationship, there are misunderstandings and conflicts between the family members, but Rangasamy and his wife strive to keep the family together.

Meanwhile, Kasthuri, who plays a social activist, enters the story on the sidelines and brings attention to child labor practices in the area. Rangasamy becomes her key eyewitness and is determined to bring down the child labor practice. The second half of the movie focuses on the father's journey to put an end to the illegal practice while still maintaining his family values and dynamics.

The director, Thamira, had an excellent storytelling approach where he portrayed a simple yet powerful story that highlights the importance of family values and the struggles people face to maintain them in today's fast-paced world. The movie's cinematography and background score are impressive and give a realistic feel to the movie.

The story is well narrated and realistic, making the audience relate to the challenges faced by the characters. The movie is not just about a father's love for his daughter but also about the importance of taking a break to prioritize family in our busy lives.

Overall, Aan Devathai is a must-watch film for those who appreciate a wholesome family drama with a heartwarming storyline. Samuthirakani's performance as the father is commendable and is the highlight of the movie. The supporting actors also do justice to their roles and add depth to the story. The film is an emotional rollercoaster that will leave the audience with a sense of satisfaction and the realization that the family is everything that matters in life.

Aan Devathai is a 2018 drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 55 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.5.