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Adhagappattathu Magajanangalay(2017)

5.5/10
Tamil135 mins

Adhagappattathu Magajanangalay is a 2017 Indian Tamil-language comedy thriller film written and directed by Inbasekhar. The film stars Umapathy Ramaiah as Anand and Reshma Rathore as Shruthi, with Karunakaran and Pandiarajan in supporting roles. The story follows Anand, the son of a tabla player, who loses his guitar while helping a friend and becomes the prime suspect in a burglary. The film features music composed by D. Imman and began production in early 2015. It received mixed to negative reviews, with The Times of India calling it a bland fare. The film was released in theaters on 30 June 2017.

Director:Inbasekhar
Filmed In:Chennai
Mood:
funnyemotionaluplifting
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
30 June 2017
Director
Inbasekhar
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 15m
Rating
5.5/10

Storyline

Anand, a young guitarist, loses his prized guitar when he goes to help his security guard friend. A burglary happens in the same building, and Anand becomes the main suspect. He must find the real thief and clear his name before he loses everything.

One guitar. One crime. One chance.

Film Details

5.5Rating
135Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date30 June 2017
Also Known AsAthagappattathu Magajanangalay · Adhagappattathu Maga Janangalay · Guitar · Adhagappattathu Mahajanangalay
Filmed InChennai

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
funnyemotionaluplifting
Themes
friendshiploveidentityfamily
Tonewhimsical
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitylight
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence1
Emotion3
Humor4
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Adhagappattathu Magajanangalay

Cast reunions in this film: Manobala & D. Imman (12 films together), Aadukalam Naren & Manobala (8 films together), Aadukalam Naren & D. Imman (8 films together), Manobala & Karunakaran (8 films together), Aadukalam Naren & Karunakaran (5 films together), and D. Imman & Karunakaran (3 films together).

Trivia

  • The film's title is a playful twist on a famous Tamil proverb, which adds a humorous layer to its romantic-comedy theme.
  • Director Inbasekhar is also known for his work in television, and this film marked his return to feature films after a gap.
  • Actor Sathish, known for his comic roles, plays a key supporting character, bringing his signature humor to the security guard subplot.
  • The plot revolves around a lost guitar, a detail that drives the entire comedy of errors and chase throughout the movie.
  • The film features a cameo by popular comedian Yogi Babu, who appears in a brief but memorable scene.
  • It was shot extensively in Chennai, capturing the city's urban settings that form the backdrop for the chaotic events.
  • The soundtrack was composed by N. R. Raghunanthan, blending contemporary tunes with elements reflecting the protagonist's musical journey.

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