Test Full Movie Review (2025)

 "Test" is an upcoming Indian sports drama film that delves into the world of test cricket, highlighting its challenges and triumphs. Directed by S. 

Sashikanth in his directorial debut, the film features a stellar cast including R. Madhavan, Nayanthara, Siddharth, and Meera Jasmine. 

Scheduled for a direct-to-streaming release on Netflix on April 4, 2025, "Test" aims to provide a fresh perspective on the traditional format of cricket, emphasizing its depth and significance. 

Production Details

• Director: S. Sashikanth
• Producers: S. Sashikanth and Chakravarthy Ramachandra under YNOT Studios
• Writers: S. Sashikanth and Suman Kumar
• Cinematography: Viraj Singh Gohil
• Editing: bT. S. Suresh
• Music: Shakthisree Gopalan

Cast

- R. Madhavan: Known for his versatile roles, Madhavan portrays a pivotal character in "Test."

- Nayanthara: Often referred to as the "Lady Superstar" of South Indian cinema, she plays a significant role in the film.

- Siddharth: Reuniting with Madhavan after their collaborations in "Aayutha Ezhuthu" (2004) and "Rang De Basanti" (2006), Siddharth adds depth to the ensemble.

- Meera Jasmine: Marking her return to Tamil cinema after a decade, Meera plays an important role in the film.

Filming Timeline:

• Commencement: Principal photography began on April 12, 2023, in Chennai.

Key Milestones:

•  By June 17, 2023, R. Madhavan had completed his portions.
•  The second schedule kicked off in Bengaluru in late September 2023.
•  Nayanthara wrapped up her scenes by January 8, 2024.
• Meera Jasmine concluded her parts later that month.

Completion:

•  Filming concluded on January 31, 2024. 

Music

The film's music is composed by Shakthisree Gopalan in her debut as a music composer. The first single, "Arena," was released on March 10, 2025, followed by the second single, "Hope," on March 20, 2025. 

Marketing and Release

The teaser trailer for "Test" was launched on February 3, 2025. Character teasers were subsequently released, with cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin unveiling Siddharth's character glimpse on March 13, 2025.

 Nayanthara and Madhavan's character teasers followed in the subsequent days. The film is set to premiere on Netflix on April 4, 2025, with dubbed versions available in Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, and Telugu.

Anticipation and Expectations

"Test" has garnered attention for its unique focus on test cricket, a format less explored in Indian cinema. 

The collaboration of seasoned actors and a fresh directorial vision has heightened expectations. 

Fans eagerly await its release to witness the portrayal of cricket's most challenging format on the big screen.

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