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Marudhu(2016)

5.6/10
Tamil145 mins

Marudhu (2016) is a 145-minute Tamil film directed by M. Muthaiah. Starring Vishal, Sri Divya and Radha Ravi. With an audience rating of 5.6/10, Marudhu stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2016.

Director:M. Muthaiah
Mood:
emotionalfunnysuspenseful
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
20 May 2016
Director
M. Muthaiah
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 25m
GudVibe Rating
5.6/10

Storyline

A young man's grandmother urges him to take action. He confronts a violent criminal who is planning to kill the woman he loves.

Love ignites. A fight begins. Can he save her?

Film Details

5.6Rating
145Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date20 May 2016
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsMarudhu · Rowdy No 1 · Rayudu

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalfunnysuspenseful
Themes
lovefamilyjusticerevenge
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitylight
Audiencemass
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor4
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Maruthu' is the name of a traditional Tamil martial art form, hinting at the hero's fighting skills.
  • Director M. Muthaiah often works with actor Sivakarthikeyan, but this film starred Sathyaraj and Soori in the lead roles.
  • The movie was shot extensively in and around the director's frequent filming location, the Theni district.
  • It was one of several 2016 films attempting to blend rural action with family sentiment, a popular trend at the time.
  • The soundtrack by D. Imman featured a folk-inspired song 'Kadhal Enbadhu', typical of the genre's musical style.
  • Actor Soori, known for comedy, played a more action-oriented role compared to his usual characters.

Notable Collaborations

Frequently Asked Questions