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''Thaniyavathanam'' is considered one of the best Indian films on mental health. Upon release, it was met with excellent reviews from critics.<ref>{{Cite web|title='Thaniyavarthanam' producer now sells dosa batter to eke out a living|url=https://www.onmanorama.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/2017/10/19/thaniyavarthanam-movie-producer-nandakumar-sells-dosa.html|access-date=2022-02-18|website=OnManorama}}</ref> Director [[Ram (director)|Ram]] cited ''Thaniyavarthanam'' as his reason for casting Mammootty as the lead in [[Peranbu]]. The film was a major commercial success which was uncommon for films dealing with sensitive topics, like mental illness. The film is still highly regarded today and has achieved ''[[Cult film|cult]]'' status.<ref>{{Cite news|title=10 Mammootty films to watch before you die|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/photo-features/10-mammootty-films-to-watch-before-you-die/photostory/52419792.cms|access-date=2022-02-18|website=The Times of India}}</ref> One of [[Kamal Haasan|Kamal Hassan]]'s favorite 70 Indian movies is Thaniyavarthanam.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bollywood blockbuster to Kollywood classic: Kamal Haasan picks his 70 favourite movies |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/interactives/kamal-hassan-70-movies |access-date=2023-01-14 |website=Hindustan Times}}</ref> Director [[Bala (director)|Bala]], in an interview mentioned that, inspired by the climax of this movie, he wrote the story of the film [[Nandhaa]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Behindwoods TV |date=2024-12-29 |title=Bala Firing Dark Secrets of Cinema like a Dragon! Shock ஆன Gobi! Fiery Interview - Part 3 |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9nj-FnReWpk |access-date=2024-12-31}}</ref>