Early reactions on X (formerly Twitter) says that audiences have connected with the film's intense story telling and performances.

Viewers appreciate screenplay and performancesOne viewer described the film as an honest effort and praised its emotional impact.

The post read, "#Arulvaan A soulful drama movie with neatly written screenplay.. initial hour of the movie felt so generic and 2nd half was decent.. Little Girl Kritika performance was really good.. Interval block strech & Final act was so good few flaws are there but neverthless this is a honest film with full of heart GIVE IT A TRY !! Overall a DECENT FILM !! Rating : 3.25/5."


Another social media user singled out Arulnithi's performance and the film's second half while calling it a watchable entertainer. The review stated, "#Arulvaan Review. A Social Drama. Arulnithi’s Best Role in His FilmographyAarav & Ramya in Simple RoleBaby Krithika Gud PerfTolerable 1st Half & Purposeful 2nd HalfClimax is Big+On & Off Screenplay & Immature RemarksPASSABLE FILM!WATCHABLE!! Rating: 3/5,"


Another reviewer felt the film balanced its message with heartfelt storytelling.The post read, "#Arulvaan - 3.25 stars. Heartwarming, empowering film about a tribal girl’s dream to get educated. The drama is the soul of the film and most of it unfolds between the girl and a collector.For a film dealing about an important theme, it is surprisingly not preachy. @arulnithitamil shines in a refreshingly different avatar."


A separate review praised both the performances and the technical departments.It read,"A beautiful film that tells the story of a tribal girl, Kurunji, who struggles to bring a school to her village. @arulnithitamil apt for the role.Aarav, Ramya Pandiyan good performance.Cinematographer myna sugumar created a magic again, @gvprakash's soulful music elevates the emotional depth of the film. Rating: ½ (3.5/5) 'வேர் ஆழமாக இருந்தால் மரங்கள் தழைத்து வளரும்' From Today on Theatres."

A period drama centred on education and hopeDirected by Ganesh Vinayakan, 'Arulvaan' is set in the remote hill regions during the 1990s.

The story follows Kurinji, a young tribal girl whose life takes a new direction after her grandfather leaves behind a powerful message about the importance of education.

His final wish inspires her to fight for learning opportunities in her community. Arulnithi plays Muthuvel who is the District Collector of Theni. Baby Kritika (Kritika Balasubramanian) appears as young Kurinji, delivering a performance that has earned appreciation from several viewers online.Aarav (Arav Kizar) plays Kurinji's father, while Ramya Pandian portrays the adult version of Kurinji.