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Kayal(2014)

7.3/10
Tamil140 minsdirect-to-OTT

Kayal (2014) is a Tamil-language romantic drama film written and directed by Prabhu Solomon. It stars newcomers Chandran, Anandhi, and Vincent in lead roles. The story follows Aaron, a free-spirited traveller who falls in love with Kayal at first sight, but their reunion is interrupted by the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. The film was shot across multiple Indian states including Gujarat, Meghalaya, Rajasthan, and Ladakh. D. Imman composed the soundtrack, which received positive reviews. Critics praised the film's visuals and emotional core, though some felt the tsunami backdrop was heavy-handed. The film was released on 25 December 2014 by Escape Artists Motion Pictures.

Director:Prabu Solomon
Filmed In:Bhuj, Cherrapunji, Jaisalmer, Kanyakumari, Leh, Ponneri
Occasion:Christmas 2014
Mood:
emotionalupliftingsuspenseful

Kayal is streaming on ZEE5 and Prime Video since 25 March 2015.

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Quick Facts

Streaming on
ZEE5, Prime Video, Airtel Xstream Play
OTT Release Date
25 March 2015
Theatrical Release
25 December 2014
Director
Prabu Solomon
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 20m
Rating
7.3/10

Storyline

Aaron and his best friend Socrates help a couple elope by accident. The angry family drags them home, where Aaron meets Kayal and falls in love. After being freed, Kayal travels to find him, but the 2004 tsunami threatens to tear them apart forever.

Love that survived the impossible

Film Details

7.3Rating
140Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date25 December 2014
Release Typedirect-to-OTT
OccasionChristmas 2014
Filmed InBhuj, Cherrapunji, Jaisalmer, Kanyakumari, Leh, Ponneri

Parental Guide

Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low

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Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalupliftingsuspenseful
Themes
lovefamilyjusticefriendship
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Kayal

Cast reunions in this film: Imman Annachi & D. Imman (3 films together), Aarthi & D. Imman (3 films together), and Prabu Solomon & D. Imman (3 films together).

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Kayal' means 'fish' in Tamil, but here it's used as the female lead's name, symbolizing her free-spirited nature.
  • Director Prabhu Solomon is known for rural backdrops, but 'Kayal' partly shifts to an urban setting for the friends' travel sequences.
  • The song 'Kannazhaga' became a huge hit and is often remembered more than the film itself in popular culture.
  • Actor Chandran, who played the friend Kathir, is primarily a comedian but took on a more serious supporting role here.
  • The film's climax in Kanyakumari was shot at the real Vivekananda Rock Memorial, a significant pilgrimage site.
  • This was one of the early major films for actor Anandhi, who played Kayal, after her debut in 'Vaagai Sooda Vaa'.
  • The movie underperformed at the box office despite positive reviews for its music and Anandhi's performance.

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