Vaagai Sooda Vaa(2011)
Vaagai Sooda Vaa is a 2011 Indian Tamil-language historical romance film written and directed by A. Sarkunam. It stars Vimal and Ineya in lead roles, with Bhagyaraj in a supporting part. Set in 1966 in the village of Kandeduthankaadu near Tanjore, the story follows a young man's obsessive pursuit of a government job and the love that challenges his ambition. The film is noted for its authentic rural setting, strong performances, and emotional depth. It received positive reviews for its honest storytelling and Vimal's acting. The movie was released in 2011 and is available on streaming platforms.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 30 September 2011
- Director
- A. Sarkunam
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Rating
- 7.1/10
Storyline
In 1966 rural Tamil Nadu, a poor village boy named Vimal dreams of landing a government job to escape poverty. But when he falls in love with Ineya, his single-minded ambition collides with his heart. Can he balance love and his desperate quest for a secure future?
“Love or a job — choose your victory”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Vaagai Sooda Vaa
Cast reunions in this film: Vimal & Soori (9 films together), Thambi Ramaiah & Soori (9 films together), Thambi Ramaiah & Sathish (6 films together), Vimal & Thambi Ramaiah (4 films together), Vimal & A. Sarkunam (4 films together), and Iniya & Thambi Ramaiah (4 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Vaagai Sooda Vaa' is a phrase from a classic Tamil poem by Subramania Bharati, meaning 'Come, dawn.'
- Director A. Sarkunam chose to shoot in real village locations in and around Madurai to capture authentic rural life.
- Actor Vimal, who played the lead, reportedly spent time with rural teachers to prepare for his role as Veluthambi.
- The film subtly references the real-life issue of child bonded labour, which was a problem in some parts of Tamil Nadu.
- Composer Gibran's soundtrack for the film won positive reviews, especially the song 'Kadhal Vandhale.'
- The movie was praised for its realistic portrayal but had a modest box office performance upon its initial release.
- Some of the child actors in the film were reportedly cast from local villages where the shooting took place.