Raattinam(2012)
Raattinam (2012) is a Tamil romantic drama film directed and written by K.S. Thangasamy. The film stars Laguparan and Swathy in lead roles, with Thangasamy appearing in a supporting part. The story follows a young couple from a conservative Tamil Nadu town who fall in love despite strong family opposition. Their relationship triggers conflict with traditional family values, leading to a failed elopement and violent consequences. The film is produced by S. Madhan under the banner Raja Rathinam Films, with music composed by Manu Ramesan. Raattinam is notable for its lengthy 202-minute runtime and its unflinching portrayal of forbidden love ending in tragedy. The film was released in India on May 18, 2012.
Raattinam is streaming on Sun NXT and Airtel Xstream Play.
Where to watch:Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, Airtel Xstream Play, Plex
- Theatrical Release
- 18 May 2012
- Director
- Thangasamy
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 3h 22m 0
Storyline
A young man and woman from a small Tamil town fall deeply in love. But their families are strictly against their relationship. They try to run away together, but their plan fails. The consequences are violent and heartbreaking. Will their love survive the cruelty of tradition?
“Love is a painful roller coaster”
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Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Kadhal Thandhiram' before being renamed 'Raattinam'.
- Director K. S. Thangasamy also wrote the story and screenplay for the movie.
- The movie's music was composed by debutant music director Sathish.
- Lead actor Jai, who played Jeyam, was known for his role in the hit film 'Subramaniapuram'.
- The film's release faced delays and it had a very limited theatrical run.
- It is an example of a smaller-budget romantic drama from the early 2010s Tamil film industry.
- The movie's title 'Raattinam' translates to 'Night' in English.