Nagarvalam(2017)
Nagarvalam is a 2017 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy drama film directed by Markx. The film stars Yuthan Balaji and Deekshitha Manikkam in lead roles, with Yogi Babu and Bala Saravanan in supporting parts. The story follows Kumar, a water lorry driver in Chennai, who falls in love with a local girl named Anu. He must navigate family pressure to accept an arranged marriage and competition from a wealthy suitor. The film explores themes of class difference and the value of simple happiness. It received a mixed critical response, with praise for Yogi Babu's comedic performance but criticism for its predictable plot. The movie was released in Tamil Nadu in April 2017.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- ZEE5, Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 21 April 2017
- Director
- Markx (Suresh Natarajan)
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
Kumar drives a water lorry through Chennai's busy streets. He falls in love with Anu, a cheerful girl from his neighborhood. But his family wants him to marry someone else. A rich rival also enters the picture. Kumar must find the courage to fight for his love.
“Love drives through Chennai's streets.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Nagarvalam
Cast reunions in this film: G. Marimuthu & Yogi Babu (7 films together), Yogi Babu & Namo Narayana (6 films together), G. Marimuthu & Namo Narayana (4 films together), Bala Saravanan & Yogi Babu (4 films together), G. Marimuthu & Bala Saravanan (3 films together), and Bala Saravanan & Namo Narayana (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Nagarvalam' refers to a traditional Tamil folk dance, which is featured in a key romantic sequence.
- Director Marxx also wrote the screenplay and composed the film's background score, handling multiple roles.
- The movie was shot extensively in and around Chennai, using real Metro Water lorries as key props.
- Actor Kaali Venkat, known for comic roles, played a serious supporting character as the hero's friend.
- A real-life political party's flag and name were controversially used in a scene, leading to minor local discussions.
- The climax action sequence was filmed at a large, defunct industrial site to create a gritty atmosphere.
- Despite being a thriller, the film's soundtrack featured a popular romantic song that received separate airplay on radio.
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