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Anjala(2016)

5.7/10
Tamil112 mins

Anjala (2016) is a 112-minute Tamil film directed by Thangam Saravanan. Starring Vimal, Nandita and Pasupathy . With an audience rating of 5.7/10, Anjala stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2016.

Mood:
emotionalupliftinginspiring
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
12 February 2016
Director
Thangam Saravanan
Language
Tamil
Runtime
1h 52m
GudVibe Rating
5.7/10

Storyline

A 100-year-old tea shop is a beloved local hangout and a family legacy. Its quiet owner and the regular customers must fight to save it when the city plans to widen the road and tear it down.

A century-old tea shop fights for its life.

Film Details

5.7Rating
112Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date12 February 2016
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalupliftinginspiring
Themes
familyidentitysurvivalfriendship
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfamily
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Anjala' refers to a real village in Tamil Nadu's Theni district, known for its tea estates.
  • Director Thangam Saravanan previously worked as an assistant director for over a decade before making his debut with this film.
  • The story was inspired by real-life concerns about small heritage businesses disappearing due to urban development.
  • Actor Prasanna, who plays the lead, performed many of his own stunts in the action sequences.
  • The movie's soundtrack by composer Ilaiyaraaja features a rare folk-inspired song celebrating local tea culture.
  • Despite its rural setting, portions of the film were shot in busy Chennai to contrast traditional and modern life.
  • The film had a limited theatrical release but later gained appreciation through television broadcasts and word-of-mouth.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Anjala

Frequently Asked Questions