Vil Ambu(2016)
Vil Ambu is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film written and directed by Ramesh Subramaniam. The film stars Harish Kalyan, Sri, and Chandini Tamilarasan in lead roles. The story follows two young men, Arul and Karthik, whose lives are connected by an accidental shooting. The narrative explores how one person's loss can become another's gain. The film features music composed by Navin, cinematography by Martin Joe, and editing by Ruben. It was produced by Star Film Land and presented by Suseenthiran. Vil Ambu received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its emotional story and performances, but criticism for its predictable screenplay. The film was released on 12 February 2016 in India.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 12 February 2016
- Director
- Ramesh Subramaniam
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 17m
- Rating
- 5.7/10
Storyline
Arul is a hardworking young man engaged to Kanakavalli. Karthik is a lazy loafer who steals a gun from a local gang. When Karthik accidentally fires the gun, the bullet hits Arul. Arul is left paralyzed, and his family struggles to pay for his treatment. Karthik must confront his guilt and take responsibility for his actions.
“One loss, another's gain.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Vil Ambu
Cast reunions in this film: Suseenthiran & Harish Uthaman (8 films together), Harish Kalyan & Yogi Babu (3 films together), Yogi Babu & Anthony L Ruben (3 films together), and Tamilarasan & Yogi Babu (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Vil Ambu' translates to 'Bow and Arrow', symbolising the lead characters' contrasting yet connected lives.
- Director Ramesh Subramaniam is the son of veteran lyricist and poet Subramania Bharati's grandson, continuing a literary family legacy.
- The movie was shot extensively in the neighbourhoods of Chennai to capture a realistic, locality-based atmosphere.
- It features a cameo by director-actor Cheran, who appears in a supporting role as a mentor figure.
- The soundtrack by composer James Vasanthan includes a song based on a poem by Subramania Bharati, linking to the director's heritage.
- Despite its 2016 release, the film had a very limited theatrical run and gained more attention through television broadcasts.
- The plot's concept of strangers influencing each other's lives unseen is a rare narrative structure for a Tamil commercial film.
