A day following the release of Dhanush's fourth directorial, Idli Kadai, GV Prakash took to his official X handle to pen a small note on the film's music, while also sharing that he feels elated for another success this year.
He wrote, "Thanks, universe, for the blockbuster hit of #idlikadai. One more blockbuster this year after #goodbadugly. Thanks for the amazing response for the rooted music of #idlikadai. We tried folk mixed with spiritual. Especially En Paatan Saami Varum and Ethana Saami." (sic)
GV Prakash is a frequent collaborator of Dhanush and has previously worked in films such as Polladhavan, Aadukalam, Mayakkam Enna, Asuran, and Vaathi, among others. The two have collaborated for the ninth time overall in Idli Kadai and the second time this year after Nilavukku En Mel Ennadi Kobam. He recently earned the National Award for his soundtrack in Venky Atluri's Telugu-Tamil bilingual Vaathi/Sir.
Recently at the Idli Kadain audio launch, GV Prakash let slip that he was offered to play Dhanush's brother in the film, which he humbly rejected. Stating the reason for the same, he said, "I'm ready to play a character in Thulluvadho Ilamai 2 if Dhanush directs.But I am not ready to play a role that betrays him.That's why I refused to play the brother role in Raayan. I won't betray my friend even in film. I wouldn't join the four people who are in the list of betrayed people."
On the same stage, Dhanush acknowledged GV Prakash, stating that he was blessed to have a friend like him. "He insisted on creating timeless melodies instead of reel-based songs. In today’s world, where music often lasts just ten seconds, it’s vital to deliver quality music for the next generation. Sai Abhyankar, you’re doing remarkable work—keep crafting great melodies."
Idli Kadai features Dhanush as Murugan, Nithya Menen as Kayal, Sathyaraj as Vishnu Varadhan, Arun Vijay as Ashwin, Samuthirakani as Marisamy, Rajkiran as Sivanesan, Shalini Pandey as Meera and Parthiban as R Arivu. The film received average reviews in theatres.The technical crew also comprises cinematographer Kiran Koushik, editor GK Prasanna, and art director Jackson.