Vanavarayan Vallavarayan(2014)
Vanavarayan Vallavarayan is a 2014 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy film written and directed by Rajamohan. The film stars Krishna, Monal Gajjar, Ma Ka Pa Anand, and Niharika Kareer. The story follows two brothers in Pollachi who face a conflict when one brother's love affair is opposed by the girl's family. The film's title pays homage to Rajinikanth and Napoleon's characters from the 1992 film Yajaman. The musical score is composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja. The film was released on 12 September 2014 to mixed reviews from critics. It features veteran actress Sowcar Janaki in a comeback role after 15 years.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- ZEE5, Amazon Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 12 September 2014
- Director
- Rajmohan
- Language
- Tamil
- Rating
- 6.1/10
Storyline
Vanavarayan falls in love with Anjali, but her family arranges her marriage to a wealthy man. When Vanavarayan's brother Vallavarayan humiliates Anjali's father, she demands that Vanavarayan choose between his brother and her. Vanavarayan must decide between his love and his family bond.
“Brotherhood or love? A choice that changes everything.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Vanavarayan Vallavarayan
Cast reunions in this film: Yuvan Shankar Raja & Dinesh Master (5 films together), Kreshna & Yuvan Shankar Raja (4 films together), and Kreshna & Dinesh Master (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title is a playful twist on the names of two legendary Tamil kings, Vaanavan and Vallavan.
- Director Rajmohan is the son of veteran comedian and director 'Cho' Ramaswamy.
- Actor Ma Ka Pa Anand, who plays Vallu, is primarily known as a popular television anchor and host.
- The movie was shot extensively in and around the town of Pollachi, known for its rustic landscapes.
- Despite being a comedy, the film incorporates a classic Tamil folk music style in some of its songs.
- The film marked a rare lead role for Kreshna, who is often seen in supporting or antagonist characters.
- It was one of the few Tamil films from that period to feature a lead actress, Monal Gajjar, from Gujarat.