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Rum(2017)

6.3/10
Tamil131 minstheatrical

'Rum' (English: Verdict) is a 2017 Indian Tamil-language horror comedy thriller film written and directed by Sai Bharath. The lead cast includes Hrishikesh, Vivek, Narain, and Miya George. The story follows a group of high-tech thieves who hide in a haunted bungalow after a heist. The bungalow is inhabited by the vengeful spirit of a murdered woman seeking justice. The film blends supernatural scares with comedic moments and a thriller pace. It received mixed reviews but was noted for its genre-blending approach and engaging premise. The movie was released in theaters in 2017.

Director:Sai Bharat
Mood:
darksuspensefuldisturbing
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
JioHotstar, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video
Theatrical Release
17 February 2017
Director
Sai Bharat
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 11m
Rating
6.3/10

Storyline

A gang of thieves led by Shiva robs a wealthy target and flees into a forest. They take shelter in an abandoned bungalow. But the house is haunted by a ghost who wants revenge. The thieves must survive the night and escape with their lives.

The verdict is waiting inside.

Film Details

6.3Rating
131Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date17 February 2017
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsManthri Gari Bangla

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darksuspensefuldisturbing
Themes
survivalcorruptionjusticefamily
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitylight
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion3
Humor1
Rewatchability2

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Rum

Cast reunions in this film: Narain & Anirudh Ravichander (4 films together), Vivek & Anirudh Ravichander (2 films together), and Vivek & Hrishikesh (2 films together).

Trivia

  • The film was shot in just 15 days, primarily within a single bungalow location.
  • Director Sai Bharath also handled the cinematography for the movie.
  • The film's title 'Rum' is a colloquial Tamil term for a dense, mysterious forest.
  • It was produced on a very low budget, with the haunted house set being a key expense.
  • The movie's sound design was emphasized to build tension in the single-location setting.
  • Actor Kaali Venkat, known for comedies, played a serious role as one of the robbers.
  • The film had a limited theatrical release but later found an audience through television broadcasts.

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