Released on Diwali in 2012, Poda Podi was a contemporary romantic-comedy starring Silambarasan (Simbu/STR) and debutante Varalaxmi Sarathkumar. Directed by newcomer Vignesh Shivan—who would later go on to direct hits like Naanum Rowdy Dhaan and Kaathuvaakula Rendu Kaadhal —the film was set entirely in London.
Simbu plays a sophisticated character with a flair for dance. Critics noted his performance as "usual" but highlighted his dance prowess. moviesda poda podi