Pottu(2019)
Pottu is a 2019 Indian Tamil-language horror comedy film written and directed by V.C. Vadivudaiyan. The cast includes Bharath, Iniya, Namitha, Srushti Dange, and Manisha Yadav. The story follows a medical college student who becomes possessed by a vengeful ghost after a suicide attempt. The ghost, a former student killed by the college dean, seeks to expose his crimes. The film blends supernatural horror with comedic elements and explores themes of justice and abuse of power. It received mixed reviews for its predictable plot but was noted for its performances. The film was released in theaters in 2019.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, Zee5, Airtel Xstream Play
- OTT Release Date
- 8 March 2019
- Theatrical Release
- 8 March 2019
- Director
- Vadivudaiyan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
A medical student fails his exams and tries to kill himself. His blood awakens a ghost buried under the college. The ghost possesses him and then other students. She wants revenge on the dean who murdered her. The students must stop the dean and help the ghost find peace.
“A ghost seeks justice from beyond the grave.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Pottu
Cast reunions in this film: Singampuli & Rajendran (14 films together), Thambi Ramaiah & Rajendran (11 films together), Thambi Ramaiah & Singampuli (8 films together), Mansoor Ali Khan & Rajendran (7 films together), Karunas & Rajendran (5 films together), and Suman & Sayaji Shinde (5 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Pottu' refers to the traditional forehead bindi, central to the spirit's identity.
- Director V. C. Vadivudaiyan had previously worked primarily as an assistant director for comedy and action films.
- The horror comedy genre blend was an attempt to stand out in a crowded Tamil horror market.
- Actor Harish Kalyan had to quickly adapt to portraying feminine mannerisms for his dual role.
- The movie's plot involving a male spirit possessing a man contrasts with more common female ghost tropes.
- Special makeup was used to create the decaying look for the spirit character Pottu.
- The film released alongside bigger Diwali 2019 offerings and had a limited theatrical run.
