Anjala(2016)
Anjala is a 2016 Tamil-language comedy drama film directed by Thangam Saravanan and produced by Dhilip Subbarayan. The film stars Vimal and Nandita Shwetha in lead roles, with Pasupathy and Imman Annachi in supporting roles. The story follows a family in the Nilgiris who lose their fortune due to a failed business venture. The son, Anbu, must find a way to save their ancestral tea estate from being seized by the bank. The film emphasizes themes of family unity, community support, and the power of positive thinking. It received a mixed critical response, with praise for its performances and setting but criticism for its predictable plot. The music was composed by Gopi Sunder. Anjala was released in theaters on December 23, 2016.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Airtel Xstream Play, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 12 February 2016
- Director
- Thangam Saravanan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Rating
- 5.7/10
Storyline
A young man named Anbu must save his family's ancestral tea estate after his father's bad business decision leaves them in debt. With the bank threatening to take the land, Anbu tries everything to raise money. He faces betrayal and despair, but the love of his family and the kindness of his village community give him hope.
“Good thoughts bring good things.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Anjala
Cast reunions in this film: Gopi Sunder & Gopi Sundar (4 films together), Imman Annachi & Dhilip Subbarayan (3 films together), and Nandita & Dhilip Subbarayan (3 films together).
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.
