: While set in the late 18th century, the movie uses its historical backdrop to lampoon modern-day issues like globalization, bureaucratic inefficiency, child labor, and corporate pesticide use. Cultural Legacy

– Chimbu Deven used a fictional king to critique real-world tyranny. Dialogues like “Namma ooru Pulikesi, avanuku sothu dhaan mudhal” (Our Pulikesi only cares about wealth) resonated with audiences tired of corruption.

The movie's commercial success was equally impressive, with "Imsai Arasan 23am Pulikesi" performing well at the box office and becoming one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of the year. Its success can be attributed to its unique marketing strategy, which targeted a specific niche audience that appreciated its artistic and intellectual appeal.