Filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming film Coolie, led by Rajinikanth, has shared his appreciation in a video.

The director said the film resonates with him as he has lived a middle-class life and will appeal to everyone who lives such a life. He praised Kaali Venkat's performance and confirmed he has played a part in Coolie.

Madras Matinee was released in theatres to mixed to positive response. An excerpt from the CE review of the film reads, "While the writing doesn't always allow the characters to flourish, Madras Matinee has performances that get the job done. Kaali Venkat as the struggling Kannan, Roshni as the quietly strong Deepika, and debutant Vishva as Dinesh play their parts with conviction that firmly grounds their characters in our memory."

The film also stars Sathyaraj, Roshni Haripriyan, Vishva, George Maryan, Archana Chandhoke, Sunil Sukhada, Madhumitha, Chaams, Geetha Kailasam, and Bhanupriya.