Bhavani IPS(2011)
Bhavani is a 2011 Indian Tamil-language crime action film directed by G. Kicha. The film stars Sneha in the title role as ACP Bhavani, alongside Vivek, Sampath Raj, Kota Srinivasa Rao, Aryan, and Yasmin Khan. The story follows an honest police officer who is transferred to a town controlled by a ruthless criminal and aspiring politician. She takes on his illegal empire while protecting her family from his violent son. The film marked a significant departure for Sneha, who was previously known for soft, girl-next-door roles. It is a remake of the 1990 Telugu film Karthavyam. Bhavani was released on 11 March 2011 and received mixed reviews, with praise for Sneha's action sequences and effort.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, Disney+ Hotstar, MX Player, Eros Now, Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 11 March 2011
- Director
- G. Kicha
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 29m
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
An honest IPS officer is transferred to a town terrorized by a powerful criminal. She fights to bring him to justice while protecting her younger sister from his violent son. When the legal system fails, she takes matters into her own hands.
“One woman. One mission. No fear.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Bhavani IPS
Cast reunions in this film: Sampath Raj & Kota Srinivasa Rao (4 films together), Vivek & Sampath Raj (3 films together), Vivek & Kota Srinivasa Rao (3 films together), Sneha & Kota Srinivasa Rao (3 films together), and Vivek & Sneha (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally planned with a different lead actress before Sneha was cast as Bhavani.
- Director G. Kicha is known for Telugu films, making this a rare Tamil directorial venture.
- The movie's plot is loosely inspired by real-life encounters of a few bold female police officers.
- It was shot extensively in Tirunelveli to capture the authentic local atmosphere.
- The climax action sequence required special permission to film in a historic location.
- Composer Srikanth Deva reused one of his own popular Telugu film tunes for a song in this movie.
- Despite being a female-centric action drama, it had a limited theatrical release in 2011.