The film also starred Harikumar in the lead role alongside Karthika and Rahman.

The film marked the acting debut of dance choreographer Harikumar and actress Karthika in leading roles.

[16] Sify gave the film a negative review and wrote that "On the whole, the script is wafer thin, there is no logic and is too dark and morbid".

[18][19] Malini Mannath of Chennai Online noted that "Though it's a predictable storyline, the director has attempted to bring in slight variations and the film does have its interesting moments and elements".

[22][23] The film's positive response prompted director Sanjay Ram to work on a sequel titled Kiliyanthattu Thoothukudi 2 during 2013.