Seabird) is a 2012 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed and co-written by Seenu Ramasamy, and produced by Udhayanidhi Stalin.

The film is introduced when an old lady's son and daughter-in-law come to stay in her house in a coastal village, where she lives by herself.

Arulappasamy is a young man who is an alcoholic and wastrel and also a constant embarrassment to his hardworking adopted parents.

Esther is an orphan girl who is adopted by a nun named Sister Benita, and she stays in the church.

The young man, due to his determination, buys a boat, marries his love, and life is all rosy until fate intervenes.

[6] Nandita Das, who previously appeared in critically acclaimed Tamil films including Azhagi and Kannathil Muthamittal, was announced to be joining the team in April 2012.

[7] Furthermore, Saranya Ponvannan, who previously worked with the director in Thenmerku Paruvakaatru which fetched her the National Film Award for Best Actress, was signed for a supporting role.

[17] Ahead of release, the film was initially denied entertainment tax exemption despite meeting the eligibility requirements, prompting the director to go on fast and he even approached the commissioner of Chennai Police for help.

[19] Sify gave 4 stars with a "good" verdict and said the film was "a moving drama that will undoubtedly leave you with a lump in your throat.

"[20] Malathi Rangarajan from The Hindu called the film as "soaring high" and said, "If meaningful cinema matters to you, go for it," by adding, "as a producer, Udhayanidhi Stalin can be proud of having backed a purposeful film, and as a creator, Seenu Ramasamy makes the water bird preen, and soar with confidence.