Meera Jaakirathai(2016)
Meera Jaakirathai is a 2016 Tamil-language horror film directed by R.G. Kesavan. The cast includes Surendar, Monica, Bobby Simha, and Sri Priya. The story follows a visual arts student who investigates a haunted bridge in his town. He and his friends uncover the tragic story of a woman named Meera who died there. The film explores themes of betrayal, curiosity, and the supernatural. It received mixed reviews and holds a 4.1 rating on IMDb. The movie was produced by Anthony Edward under White Screen Entertainment. It was released in India on May 27, 2016.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- ZEE5, Amazon Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 27 May 2016
- Director
- RG Keshavan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
A visual arts student named Surendar and his friends investigate a local bridge rumored to be haunted. They discover the diary of a woman named Meera who died there. Her angry ghost begins to haunt them one by one. Surendar must confront the spirit to survive and uncover the truth.
“Some bridges lead to the other side”
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Trivia
- The film's title is a reference to a famous Tamil poem by Subramania Bharati, which adds a layer of cultural depth to the horror story.
- Director R. G. Keshavan also worked as the film's editor, maintaining close creative control over the final cut.
- The movie was shot primarily in and around Chennai, using local bridges and colleges to create its eerie atmosphere.
- It features a cameo by veteran actor Delhi Ganesh in a supporting role, adding a familiar face to the young cast.
- The film's promotional strategy heavily relied on social media and campus screenings to target its student audience.
- Despite its horror genre, the plot revolves around a visual communication student's project, grounding the supernatural in an academic setting.
- The musical score was composed by S. N. Prasad, who blended traditional instruments with modern sounds to build tension.