Reviews were generally mixed, with some praising the earnest performances and heart-warming message, while others found the plot predictable and "cliché-ridden". Despite these critiques, the film remains a notable entry in the sub-genre of Tamil cinema that uses indigenous sports to tell stories of social and familial justice. Pattathu Arasan (2022) - IMDb
: A significant portion of the film emphasizes the values of a joint family system and the emotional depth of reconciling broken relationships.
: The shame of the accusation leads Chellaiya to take his own life, causing the once-respected family to be ostracized by the village.