Salim(2014)
Salim is a 2014 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film directed by N. V. Nirmal Kumar. The film stars Vijay Antony as Dr. Mohammed Salim and Aksha Pardasany as Nisha in her Tamil debut. The story follows a kind-hearted doctor who treats poor patients for free, leading to conflict with his hospital and a corrupt political system. When he discovers that four men he took hostage are responsible for a gang rape and murder, he refuses to back down. The film serves as a direct sequel to Vijay Antony's debut film Naan (2012) and continues the story of the same protagonist under a new identity. Salim was released on 29 August 2014 across approximately 400 screens in India and received generally positive reviews from critics for its pacing and Vijay Antony's performance.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- JioHotstar, Zee5
- Theatrical Release
- 29 August 2014
- Director
- Nirmal Kumar
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
Dr. Mohammed Salim is a kind doctor who treats poor patients for free. His generosity costs him his job and his relationship with his fiancée Nisha. When he catches four men trying to rape a woman, he takes them hostage. One of them is the son of a powerful minister. The police surround the hotel, and Salim must fight a corrupt system to deliver justice.
“When kindness breaks, justice turns violent.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Salim
Cast reunions in this film: R. K. Suresh & Aruldoss (4 films together), Premgi Amaran & Aruldoss (2 films together), Vijay Antony & R. K. Suresh (2 films together), and Vijay Antony & Aruldoss (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Salim the Saviour' before being shortened to just 'Salim'.
- Director N. V. Nirmal Kumar also co-wrote the story and screenplay for the film.
- The movie's plot was noted for its similarities to the Hollywood film 'Falling Down' starring Michael Douglas.
- Actor Jai, who played the lead, performed many of his own stunts for the action sequences.
- The film's soundtrack was composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar, who was a frequent collaborator with the director.
- Despite its thriller genre, the film incorporated strong social messages about unemployment and corruption.
- Salim had a limited theatrical run and is more widely known through television broadcasts and streaming platforms.