Aambala(2015)
Aambala is a 2015 Indian Tamil-language action comedy film co-written, co-produced, and directed by Sundar C. The film stars Vishal in a dual role alongside an ensemble cast including Hansika Motwani, Prabhu, Vaibhav Reddy, Santhanam, Ramya Krishnan, and Pradeep Rawat. The story follows Saravanan, a young man who falls in love with Maya, but must navigate a family feud, a rival lover, and a scheming politician to win her back. The film is a masala entertainer blending action, comedy, romance, and family drama. It was released on 14 January 2015 during the Pongal festival and features music composed by Hiphop Tamizha. The film received mixed reviews from critics but was noted for its energetic pace and comedy.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- VI Movies and TV, Sun NXT, Airtel Xstream Play, JioTV, Plex
- Theatrical Release
- 15 January 2015
- Director
- Sundar C.
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Rating
- 5.6/10
Storyline
Saravanan, a carefree young man, falls in love with Maya. But a rival lover and a break-up specialist destroy their relationship. To win Maya back, Saravanan must reunite his estranged father with his three sisters and defeat a corrupt politician who wants Maya for his son.
“A full-on family masala entertainer.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Aambala
Cast reunions in this film: Santhanam & Prabhu (9 films together), Santhanam & Hansika Motwani (8 films together), Santhanam & Sundar C. (8 films together), Sundar C. & Kiran Rathod (6 films together), Santhanam & Vishal (5 films together), and Sundar C. & Hiphop Tamizha (5 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Aambala' is the name of the fictional village where the story is set, which is also a real place in Tamil Nadu.
- Director Sundar C made a cameo appearance as a police officer in the film, a common practice in his movies.
- The song 'Kadhal Kan Kattudhe' was shot in Thailand and features a large group of background dancers in colorful costumes.
- Actor Santhanam, who plays a key comedic role, improvised many of his humorous lines during filming.
- The movie includes a fight scene where actor Vishal performs stunts without a body double, which was highlighted in promotions.
- A subplot involving a local election satire was inspired by real-life political dynamics in rural Tamil Nadu.
- The film's climax was shot in a single schedule at a specially constructed set to depict the village festival.
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Vishal Film Factory presents Aambala - Pazhagikalaam Full Video Song\r\nStarring: Vishal & Directed by Sundar C\r\n\r\nLabel: V Music\r\nMusic and Lyrics ~ Hiphop Tamizha
