Early reviews label it an easy watch filled with fun and heartwarming moments.

Critics are praising Karthi's performance as one of the best of his career. The light-hearted drama unfolds over a single night, focusing on a man who returns to his hometown after nearly two decades and reconnects with someone who cared for him in his childhood. Despite this homecoming, he struggles to recall their bond. Directed by Prem Kumar of 96 fame, the film is characterized by its conversational style, interspersing the past and present.

Social media users have shared their thoughts, noting it as "emotionally moving" and highlighting the strong performances from both leads. The film’s dialogues are described as fluid and natural.

Meiyazhagan is set to stream on Netflix four weeks after its theatrical release. The cast also includes Sri Divya, Rajkiran, Devadarshini, and others. Mahendran Jayaraju handled cinematography, while Govind Vasantha composed the music, featuring a track with vocals from Kamal Haasan. R. Givindaraj is the editor.