Ilaignan(2011)
Ilaignan is a 2011 Indian Tamil-language historical action film directed by Suresh Krissna. The lead cast includes Pa. Vijay, Meera Jasmine, Khushbu, Suman, and Nassar. The story follows Karky, a young man who leads oppressed shipyard workers in a rebellion against the cruel owner Rajanayagam. Set in the early 20th century, the film adapts Maxim Gorky's 1906 novel The Mother. The screenplay was written by M. Karunanidhi, marking his 75th film as a writer. The film's tone is melodramatic and theatrical, with a clear good-versus-evil narrative. Critics noted its old-fashioned style and loud dialogue. The music was composed by Vidyasagar. The film was released in January 2011.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube, Amazon Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 15 January 2011
- Director
- Suresh Krishna
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Rating
- 5.8/10
Storyline
Karky is a young man who watches his father and other workers suffer under the cruel shipyard owner Rajanayagam. He decides to fight for their freedom. But Rajanayagam is cunning and powerful, and Karky's mother fears violence. Karky must find a way to unite the workers and defeat evil.
“Youth rises against tyranny.”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Ilaignan
Cast reunions in this film: Vadivelu & Nassar (24 films together), Vadivelu & Manivannan (24 films together), Nassar & Delhi Ganesh (21 films together), Suresh Krishna & Suresh Krissna (19 films together), Nassar & Manivannan (18 films together), and Manivannan & Delhi Ganesh (17 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Ilaingan' means 'younger brother' in Tamil, reflecting the bond between the workers.
- Director Suresh Krissna is best known for blockbusters like 'Baasha' but this film had a limited release.
- It was shot partly in real shipyard locations to capture the gritty industrial atmosphere.
- The movie faced censorship delays due to its strong themes of worker exploitation and rebellion.
- Actor Aadhi, who plays the lead, performed many stunts himself without a body double.
- The film's climax involved a large set built to resemble a shipyard under lockdown.
- Despite its social message, it did not perform well commercially and is rarely televised.