Tick! Tick! Tick!(1981)
Tick! Tick! Tick! is a 1981 Indian Tamil-language crime thriller film directed by Bharathiraja. The film stars Kamal Haasan, Madhavi, Radha, and Swapna in lead roles. It follows Dileep, a photographer who becomes the prime suspect in a series of model murders. He discovers a diamond smuggling ring operating through a modelling agency. The film is notable for its stylish cinematography by B. Kannan and a soundtrack by Ilaiyaraaja. Critics praised the performances but found the plot weak. The film was remade in Hindi as Karishmaa in 1984. It was released on Diwali day in 1981.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1981
- Director
- Bharathiraja
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 44m 0
Storyline
A photographer named Dileep is framed for the murders of three models. He goes on the run from the police to clear his name. His investigation leads him to a wealthy industrialist who uses the modelling agency to smuggle diamonds. Dileep must uncover the truth before he becomes the next victim.
“Every second counts. Every model dies.”
Film Details
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Tick! Tick! Tick!
Cast reunions in this film: Kamal Haasan & Ilayaraja (60 films together), Bharathiraja & Ilayaraja (21 films together), Kamal Haasan & Madhavi (7 films together), Ilayaraja & Madhavi (6 films together), Kamal Haasan & Bharathiraja (4 films together), and Ilayaraja & Swapna (2 films together).