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Kallappadam (2015)

6.5/10
Tamil133 mins

Kallappadam (2015) is a 133-minute Tamil film directed by J. Vadivel. Starring Krishna Kumar, Chef Damodharan and Gaugin. With an audience rating of 6.5/10, Kallappadam stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2015.

Director:J. Vadivel
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
20 March 2015
Director
J. Vadivel
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 13m
GudVibe Rating
6.5/10

Storyline

Four aspiring film technicians want to make their own movie. After their script gets rejected, they decide to steal money from the producer to fund it. At the same time, the producer's former actress lover and her boyfriend also plan to rob him, leading to a clash over who gets the cash.

Dreams, schemes, and a double-crossing heist.

Film Details

6.5Rating
133Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date20 March 2015
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
corruptionsurvivaljusticefriendship
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's director J. Vadivel is better known as a popular comedian in Tamil cinema, making this a rare dramatic directorial venture for him.
  • The movie's title 'Kallappadam' translates to 'Stone Bench', a common meeting spot in villages, symbolizing the characters' humble beginnings and plans.
  • Actress Kovai Sarala, who plays a key role, is a longtime associate of director Vadivel from their work in many comedy films together.
  • The plot involving a film crew turning to crime mirrors low-budget filmmaking struggles in the Tamil industry during that period.
  • Despite its ensemble cast, the film had a very limited theatrical release and quickly moved to television broadcasts.
  • The soundtrack was composed by S. N. Prasad, who is primarily known as a film producer rather than a music director.
  • A subplot involves a former actress, referencing the real-life challenges faced by aging female performers in the industry.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Kallappadam

Frequently Asked Questions