7 Naatkal(2017)
7 Naatkal (2017) is a Tamil-language mystery thriller film directed by Gautham V.R. and written by P. Vimal Kumar. The cast includes M.S. Bhaskar, Nassar, Nikesha Patel, and Chinnijayanth. The story follows a kind-hearted businessman and his neighbor who are framed for the murder of a young dancer. The two men escape police custody and spend seven days hunting for the real killer. The film explores themes of father-son relationships, trust, and wrongful accusation. It received mixed reviews from critics but was noted for its engaging plot and emotional core. 7 Naatkal was released in theaters in 2017.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- ZEE5, Amazon Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 2 June 2017
- Director
- Gautham.VR
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 14m
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
A good-hearted businessman and his quiet neighbor are arrested for a murder they did not commit. The victim is a young dancer. With the police closing in, the two men escape and race against time to find the real killer. Their seven-day journey tests their courage and their trust in each other.
“Seven days to prove innocence”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for 7 Naatkal
Cast reunions in this film: Prabhu & Nassar (21 films together), Nassar & M. S. Bhaskar (15 films together), Nassar & Vishal Chandrashekhar (3 films together), Ganesh Venkatraman & Prabhu (2 films together), Prabhu & M. S. Bhaskar (2 films together), and Nikesha Patel & Nassar (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled '7 A.M.' before being changed to '7 Naatkal' (7 Days).
- It was shot in just 28 days, a very short schedule for a feature film.
- The movie's plot is loosely inspired by real-life unsolved murder cases in Tamil Nadu.
- Actor Vinodhini Vaidyanathan, who plays a key supporting role, is better known as a popular television anchor.
- Director V.R. Gautham also co-wrote the screenplay with two other writers for his debut.
- The film's climax was primarily shot in a single, large warehouse set to maintain tension.
- Despite its thriller genre, the soundtrack features a romantic song by composer Sam C.S.
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