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Thoonga Nagaram(2011)

6.7/10
Tamil143 mins

Thoonga Nagaram (2011) is a 143-minute Tamil film directed by Gaurav Narayanan. Starring Vimal, Anjali and Barani. With an audience rating of 6.7/10, Thoonga Nagaram stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2011.

Mood:
funnysuspensefulemotional
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
4 February 2011
Director
Gaurav Narayanan
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 23m
GudVibe Rating
6.7/10

Storyline

Four friends from different backgrounds end up meeting in a strange and unexpected place. Their unusual reunion sets off a mix of thrilling and funny events.

Four friends. One wild night. Unlikely bonds forged.

Film Details

6.7Rating
143Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date4 February 2011
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsThoonga Nagaram

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
funnysuspensefulemotional
Themes
friendshipfamilyjusticeidentity
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfriends
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor4
Rewatchability4

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Thoonga Nagaram' translates to 'City That Never Sleeps', reflecting its Madurai nightlife setting.
  • Director Gaurav Narayanan shot the entire film in just 21 days, a very tight schedule for a feature.
  • The movie was shot almost entirely at night, capturing the real-time feel of a single night's events.
  • Actor Vimal, known for rural roles, played a city-based character here, a slight shift from his usual image.
  • The film's climax was shot in a real, functioning government hospital to add authenticity.
  • It was one of the early Tamil films to blend a fast-paced thriller narrative with local Madurai comedy elements.
  • The script was partly inspired by real-life stories of unexpected encounters in the city's late-night hotspots.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Thoonga Nagaram

Frequently Asked Questions