Achamindri (2016)
Achamindri is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film directed by Rajapandi. The cast includes Vijay Vasanth, Samuthirakani, Srushti Dange, Vidya Pradeep, Saranya Ponvannan, and Radha Ravi. The story follows a pickpocket, a teacher, and a police officer whose lives intersect when they challenge a corrupt education minister. The film highlights irregularities in the educational system and the courage required to stand against powerful figures. It received mixed reviews, with praise for its hard-hitting dialogues and crowd-pleasing climax. The music was composed by Premgi Amaren. The film was released on 30 December 2016.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- ZEE5, Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 30 December 2016
- Director
- Rajapandi
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Rating
- 5.8/10
Storyline
A pickpocket named Sakthi steals from a gangster and runs for his life. A teacher named Malarvizhi fights a corrupt minister. A cop named Sathya investigates his fiancée's murder. Their paths cross as they uncover a massive education scam. They must unite to bring down the powerful minister.
“Fear is a choice. Fight without fear.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Achamindri
Cast reunions in this film: Saranya Ponvannan & Radha Ravi (6 films together), Devadarshini & Subbu Panchu Arunachalam (6 films together), Samuthirakani & Radha Ravi (5 films together), Radha Ravi & Devadarshini (5 films together), Samuthirakani & Saranya Ponvannan (4 films together), and Samuthirakani & Rohini (4 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Achamindri Illai' before being shortened.
- Director Rajapandi also worked as an assistant director for several popular Tamil films before this.
- The movie's plot about an education racket was inspired by real-life scams reported in Tamil Nadu.
- It was shot in various locations across Chennai to capture the city's urban atmosphere.
- The film had a limited theatrical release and quickly moved to television broadcasts.
- Actor Prasanna, who played the cop, was praised for his action sequences despite the film's low budget.
- A song from the film reused a tune from an older Tamil hit, which some viewers noticed.
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Check out the Samuthirakani and Vidya Pradeep stills from Achamindri movie !!
