Naanga(2012)
Naanga (transl. We) is a 2012 Indian Tamil-language drama film written and directed by Selva. The film features an ensemble cast of newcomers including Nivas Adithan, Ashwin Raja, Vivek Rajgopal, and Kasthuri Shankar. The story follows a group of college friends who reunite to help their friend Devi, who wakes from a coma and learns her boyfriend Babu is in prison. The friends work together to prove Babu's innocence and reunite the couple. The film explores themes of friendship, love, and justice. It was produced by Cinema Kottagai and released on March 9, 2012. The film received positive reviews for its emotional storytelling and strong performances by the cast.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, Airtel Xstream Play, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 9 March 2012
- Director
- Selva
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Rating
- 6.3/10
Storyline
Devi wakes from a coma to find her boyfriend Babu in prison for a crime he did not commit. Her college friends Mani, Palani, and Chitra come together to prove his innocence. They must fight a corrupt system and a wealthy enemy to reunite the lovers before it is too late.
“Friendship that never gives up”
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Trivia
- The film's title 'Naanga' means 'We' in Tamil, reflecting its theme of friendship and collective memory.
- Director Selva also played a supporting role in the film, appearing as one of the college friends.
- The movie was shot in real locations across Chennai to capture the authentic feel of the 1980s college era.
- It features a cameo by veteran actor Delhi Ganesh, who plays a small but memorable role as a college professor.
- The soundtrack includes a song that samples a popular 1980s Tamil film melody, adding nostalgic value.
- Despite its ensemble cast, the film had a limited theatrical release and gained more attention through television broadcasts.
- Some scenes were improvised by the actors to make the friendships feel more natural and spontaneous.