My Dear Bootham (TV series)
My Dear Bootham (transl. My dear genie) is a 2004-207 Indian Tamil-language television serial.[1][2]
Plot
My Dear Bootham is a about the camaraderie between Bootham, a ghost, and the children of the family he haunts.[3]
Cast
Source[3]
- Naga Kannan as Bootham
- Abhilash Abhi
- Nivetha Thomas
- Priyadarshini
- Gandhimathi
- Haritha
- Master Bharath
- Vietnam Veedu Sundaram
- Gowtham
Reception
In a retrospective review in 2024, a writer from The Times of India wrote that "The juxtaposition of the ghostly realm with the nuances of human life lent the series a distinctive charm, making it a household favorite" and added that the "impeccable performances [of the cast], coupled with engaging storytelling, propelled the series to acclaim and ensured its enduring popularity" and concluded that it "left an indelible imprint on the landscape of Indian television, earning a devoted following that transcended generations. Its blend of supernatural elements, humor, and heartwarming moments resonated with viewers, cementing its status as a timeless classic".[3]
References
- ^ https://www.google.com/books/edition/Ghosts_Monsters_and_Demons_of_India/ACq6EAAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=1&dq=%22My+Dear+Bootham%22+serial&pg=PT99&printsec=frontcover
- ^ https://archive.org/details/kalki2004-06-13/page/84/mode/2up
- ^ a b c "Reviving Memories: Revisiting the iconic 90's show 'My Dear Bootham'; A look at the cast, interesting facts and more". The Times of India. 4 April 2024. Retrieved 26 June 2024.