Dhilluku Dhuddu(2016)
Dhilluku Dhuddu is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language comedy horror film directed by Rambhala. The film stars Santhanam as Kumar and Shanaya as Kajal, with Anandraj, Karunas, Motta Rajendran, and Saurabh Shukla in supporting roles. The story follows Kumar, a cowardly young man who pretends to be brave, as he falls in love with Kajal, a ghost cursed by a sorcerer. Kumar must prove his true love to break the curse and save Kajal from disappearing. The film blends slapstick comedy with supernatural elements, receiving mixed reviews for its humor but criticism for its thin plot. It was produced by Sri Thenandal Films and released on July 7, 2016.
Dhilluku Dhuddu is streaming on VI Movies and TV and Sun NXT.
Where to watch:Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- VI Movies and TV, Sun NXT
- Theatrical Release
- 7 July 2016
- Director
- Ram Bhala
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 40m
- Rating
- 4.8/10
Storyline
Kumar is a funny but cowardly man who loves to show off. He falls for a beautiful girl named Kajal. But Kajal is a ghost cursed by a sorcerer. Kumar must prove his love is real to break the curse. Can a scaredy-cat win the heart of a spirit?
“Love is scarier than ghosts.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Dhilluku Dhuddu
Cast reunions in this film: Santhanam & Rajendran (13 films together), Rajendran & Anandaraj (12 films together), Santhanam & Karunas (6 films together), Karunas & Rajendran (5 films together), Santhanam & Anandaraj (3 films together), and Santhanam & Thaman (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film is a remake of the 2015 Kannada horror-comedy 'Dodmane Huduga'.
- Director Rambhala is also known for his work as a writer on the blockbuster film 'Jigarthanda'.
- The movie's title 'Dhilluku Dhuddu' is a Tamil slang phrase roughly meaning 'mischievous money'.
- Actor Santhanam, known for comedy, plays the lead role, marking a shift from his usual supporting characters.
- The haunted house setting was primarily filmed at a specially constructed set to control the spooky atmosphere.
- The film's release faced competition from other big Tamil films, affecting its initial box office performance.
- A key comic element involves the ghost possessing different characters, creating chaotic situations.
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