: Highlighted it as a "coming-of-age drama high on emotions" and praised Pranav Mohanlal's growth as an actor.

The success of Hridayam rests squarely on the shoulders of its young cast, who deliver career-defining performances:

: Rated it 3.5/5 , noting its realistic depiction of campus life for engineering students in Chennai.

Unlike traditional romances that paint a first breakup as the end of the world, Hridayam treats heartbreak as a necessary catalyst for emotional growth. It emphasizes that life does not stop after a failed relationship, and that finding the right partner requires personal maturity. 3. Closure and Mutual Respect