Chennai Ungalai Anbudan Varaverkirathu(2015)
Chennai Ungalai Anbudan Varaverkirathu is a 2015 Tamil-language drama film written and directed by Maruthu Pandian. The film stars three relatively unknown actors in the lead roles as the three bachelors. It follows their journey from a rural village to the bustling metropolis of Chennai, where they seek employment and a better life. The narrative focuses on the external hardships they face, such as unemployment and exploitation, as well as internal conflicts like despair and fractured friendships. The film is noted for its realistic portrayal of migrant life in urban India. It received positive reviews for its honest storytelling and emotional depth. The movie was released in theaters in 2015 and later became available on digital platforms.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 10 April 2015
- Director
- M. Maruthupandian
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 9m 0
Storyline
Three young men leave their village for Chennai, hoping to find jobs and build a future. But the city is not kind. They struggle to find work, get cheated, and end up sleeping on the streets. Their friendship is tested as they face hunger, illness, and exploitation. Can they survive the city's cruelty and achieve their dreams?
“The city tests your soul.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Chennai Ungalai Anbudan Varaverkirathu
Cast reunions in this film: Bobby Simha & Alphonse Putharen (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title is a playful twist on a famous Tamil TV show that welcomed new visitors to Chennai.
- Director M. Maruthupandian was a former assistant to director Ameer, known for serious films, making this comedy a shift.
- Actor Aadukalam Naren, who plays a key role, is the real-life brother of popular director Vetrimaaran.
- The movie was shot extensively in real Chennai neighborhoods to show the city's true crowded, lively feel.
- It had a very limited theatrical run and is now mostly known through television broadcasts and streaming platforms.
- The story was inspired by common struggles of young migrants to big cities, as told in many Tamil plays.
- Composer G. V. Prakash Kumar, usually busy with bigger projects, did the music for this smaller film.