Sagaa(2019)
Sagaa is a 2019 Indian Tamil-language action crime film directed by Murugesh. The film stars Saran Shakthi, Kishore Shanthi Dhinakaran, and Aayira in lead roles. It follows two orphaned boys, Sathya and Kathir, who escape from a juvenile detention center — one seeking revenge for his foster mother's murder, the other hoping to reunite with his love. The story is set in the slums of a bustling city and explores themes of friendship, sacrifice, and the cycle of violence. The film received mixed reviews but was praised for its raw performances and emotional core. It was produced by R. Selvakumar and Ramprasath under the banner Selly Cinemas. Sagaa was released on February 1, 2019, and is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
Sagaa is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Sun NXT since 1 February 2019.
Where to watch:Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Amazon Prime Video, Sun NXT
- OTT Release Date
- 1 February 2019
- Theatrical Release
- 1 February 2019
- Director
- Sagaa Murugesh
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Rating
- 7.0/10
Storyline
Two orphaned boys, Sathya and Kathir, are raised by a female gangster in the slums. When she is murdered, they end up in a juvenile detention center. They escape — Sathya to avenge her death, and Kathir to find the girl he loves. A ruthless warden hunts them down. Their friendship is tested as they fight for freedom and survival.
“Friendship is the only escape”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Sagaa
Cast reunions in this film: Sree Ram & Murugesh (2 films together), Sree Ram & Tamizh (2 films together), Sree Ram & Pasanga Kishore (2 films together), Murugesh & Tamizh (2 films together), and Murugesh & Pasanga Kishore (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Sagaa' means 'storm' in Tamil, reflecting the turbulent lives of the main characters.
- Director Murugesh also wrote the screenplay, drawing inspiration from real-life crime stories in Chennai.
- Actor Sibi Sathyaraj, who plays a key role, is the son of veteran Tamil actor Sathyaraj.
- The movie was shot extensively in Chennai's less-filmed neighborhoods to capture a gritty, authentic feel.
- It features a cameo by director-actor R. K. Selvamani, known for his work in 1990s Tamil cinema.
- The film's soundtrack was composed by newcomer Ganesh Raghavendra, blending folk and contemporary styles.
- Despite its crime genre, the story includes themes of found family and loyalty among orphans.
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Expensive Official Aathadi Song Lyrical Video of Sagaa starring Prithvi Rajan, Pandi, Pasanga Kishore, Kadal Saran, Sree Ram in the lead roles.