My Dear Bootham

Storyline

Thirunavukarasu (Thiru), a young boy with a stammer, lives with his single mother and struggles to fit in due to constant ridicule. During a school trip, he accidentally releases a genie named Karkimuki (Bootham), who was trapped for centuries. Bootham becomes his invisible friend and helps him face challenges, granting wishes and bringing magic into his life. However, Bootham has rules he must follow — including not being able to heal mental conditions or bring back the dead. As their bond deepens, an emotional incident forces Thiru to confront his fears and ultimately find confidence in himself. The story is a heartwarming blend of magic, friendship, and emotional growth.

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Tagline

"A magical journey of friendship and emotions."

Motion Picture Rating (MPA)

U

Trivia

• The movie received a U (Universal) certificate, making it suitable for all ages.
• Prabhu Deva shaved his moustache and did a partial tonsure with a traditional tuft to play the genie.
• The shoot was completed in around 45 days, while the visual effects took nearly 11 months to finish.
• This is the second collaboration between actor Prabhu Deva and composer D. Imman.
• The story was specifically written with children and family audiences in mind, mixing fantasy with emotional drama.

Goofs

• No publicly recorded goofs or errors have been documented for this film so far.

Quotes

• While specific quotes are not officially recorded, one emotional highlight is when Thiru delivers a heartfelt speech despite his stammer, symbolizing his growth and self-confidence. Bootham’s dialogues are also filled with wisdom and light humor that resonated with children.

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• The credits roll with an upbeat musical number featuring animated elements and fun visuals to match the magical tone of the film.

Connections

• The film draws inspiration from classic genie stories, but is rooted in Tamil culture and values.
• The emotional themes and child-genie friendship are reminiscent of other Indian children's fantasy films.
• It emphasizes moral lessons, much like earlier Tamil children’s films from the 90s and early 2000s.
• The film includes subtle nods to traditional folklore and mythological storytelling styles.

Soundtracks

• Music composed by D. Imman. Lyrics by Yugabharathi. Songs include:
• Master Oh My Master – Benny Dayal
• Enakku Mattum Yean Yean – Nakash Aziz
• Abacca Darru – Adithya Suresh & Sahana
• Thangamey (Version I & II)
• Kinguda – featuring a rap section by MC Rude
• Instrumental tracks include Mind Sanity, Abandonment, Kids Party, The Genie, and others