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Paisa(2016)

6.7/10
Tamil130 mins

Paisa (2016) is a 130-minute Tamil film directed by Majith. Starring Deepika, Raja Simman and Sree Raam. With an audience rating of 6.7/10, Paisa stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2016.

Director:Majith
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
1 July 2016
Director
Majith
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 10m
GudVibe Rating
6.7/10

Storyline

A man who collects trash for a living accidentally finds a huge amount of money. This discovery pulls him into a dangerous criminal world. He must now figure out how to survive and what to do with his unexpected fortune.

A poor man's luck turns with one find.

Film Details

6.7Rating
130Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date1 July 2016
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
survivalcorruptionfamilyjustice
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

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Cast & Crew

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Trivia

  • The film was shot in just 18 days on a very tight budget.
  • Director Abdul Majith also wrote the story and produced the film.
  • The lead actor, Sathish, was primarily known for comedy roles before this serious part.
  • Much of the film was shot in real locations around Chennai to add authenticity.
  • The movie's plot draws loose inspiration from real news about people finding lost money.
  • It received positive reviews for its realistic portrayal of life in the slums.
  • The climax scene involving the money was filmed in a single long take.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Paisa

Frequently Asked Questions