Jeeva(2014)
Jeeva is a 2014 Indian Tamil-language sports drama film written and directed by Suseenthiran. The film stars Vishnu Vishal as the titular character, with Sri Divya, Soori, and Thambi Ramaiah in supporting roles. The story follows a poor young cricketer from a small Tamil Nadu town who dreams of playing for the Indian national team. He faces multiple obstacles including poverty, family illness, and betrayal from a close friend. The film was produced by Suseenthiran alongside cinematographer R. Madhi and art director Rajeevan. Jeeva received positive reviews from critics for its realistic portrayal of rural cricket culture and the emotional weight of its underdog narrative. The film was released on 14 February 2014 in theaters across Tamil Nadu.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- VI Movies and TV, JioHotstar, Sun NXT
- Theatrical Release
- 26 September 2014
- Director
- Suseenthiran
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 22m
- Rating
- 6.7/10
Storyline
A poor boy named Jeeva lives and breathes cricket. He dreams of playing for India one day. But poverty, a sick father, and a jealous friend keep blocking his path. He must fight every single day to keep his dream alive.
“Dreams don't die, they wait”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Jeeva
Cast reunions in this film: Charlie & Charle (102 films together), Soori & D. Imman (22 films together), Suseenthiran & Harish Uthaman (8 films together), Suseenthiran & D. Imman (6 films together), Soori & Vishnu Vishal (6 films together), and Harish Uthaman & D. Imman (6 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Jeeva' is also the real-life nickname of its lead actor, Vishnu Vishal.
- Director Suseenthiran cast real-life cricket coaches and scouts as themselves to add authenticity to the sports scenes.
- The song 'Un Vizhigalil' was shot in the scenic Kodaikanal hill station, a departure from typical romantic song locations in Tamil films.
- The movie faced box office competition from another sports film, 'Maan Karate', released around the same time.
- Actress Oviya, who plays the female lead, was primarily known as a television personality before this film.
- A key cricket match sequence was filmed at a real stadium in Tirunelveli to capture a genuine local tournament atmosphere.
- The film's soundtrack by D. Imman included a rare 'phone-in' melody for a song, where the tune is heard as a mobile ringtone within the story.