Hiphop Tamizha Adhi has received special praise from veteran composer and gaana icon Deva for his latest release, ‘Meesaya Murukku 2’. The film marks Adhi’s return as director, composer and lead actor, and it opened in theatres on September 25. Though the reviews have been mixed, the sequel has struck a chord with younger viewers, and its music has become one of its biggest talking points.

Deva calls Adhi after watching the film

The biggest highlight for Adhi came when Deva personally called him after watching ‘Meesaya Murukku 2’. Adhi shared pictures from their meeting on social media and described the moment as a major one for the film. In his post, he wrote, “This is enough for me – this is more than enough! Thank you, Deva sir. The hero who took gaana from the streets to the big screen watching and appreciating ‘Meesaya Murukku 2’ is the biggest recognition this film could receive.“His words reflect what the praise means to him. Deva played a key role in bringing Gaana music into mainstream Tamil cinema, which makes his appreciation especially valuable for an artist like Adhi.

Music remains the film’s strength

Music has always been central to Adhi’s identity, and the sequel brings together his work as a filmmaker, actor and composer while continuing the musical space linked to the franchise. The songs had created interest well before release, and that momentum has carried into theatres. Tracks such as ‘Aura 10/10’ have drawn special attention, with fans enjoying them during screenings. The energetic style of the songs adds to the youth-focused appeal of the film and has given Adhi another reason to celebrate despite the mixed critical response.

Film crosses Rs 51 crore worldwide

The praise from Deva comes as the film also makes its mark at the box office. The makers have announced that ‘Meesaya Murukku 2’ has crossed Rs 51 crore in worldwide gross in its first three days. The sequel continues to draw its core audience, helped by its music and youth-centric elements.The film is still getting varied responses, but Deva’s appreciation has made this a memorable moment for Adhi. His decision to highlight the veteran composer’s words also shows how much Gaana music matters to his journey as an artist.