Ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam and cameraman Rajiv Menon reportedly watched the first rushes of 'Kadal' and were seen to be jubilant at the outcome. Sources say that the director wore a proud smile after being impressed with Gautham Karthik's performance.
The film also introduces Thulasi, the youngest daughter of Radha, paired opposite Gautham Karthik and it was reported earlier that Mani was overwhelmed seeing how the young girl literally transformed into her character.