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Velayudham(2011)

5.6/10
Tamil166 mins

Velayudham (2011) is a 166-minute Tamil film directed by Mohan Raja. Starring Vijay, Genelia D'Souza and Hansika Motwani. With an audience rating of 5.6/10, Velayudham stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2011.

Director:Mohan Raja
Mood:
upliftingfunnyinspiring
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
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Theatrical Release
26 October 2011
Director
Mohan Raja
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 46m
GudVibe Rating
5.6/10

Storyline

A simple milkman is forced to take on the role of a fictional hero named Velayudham. He then uses this identity to fight against dangerous criminals and corrupt people in society.

A milkman becomes a hero to fight evil.

Film Details

5.6Rating
166Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date26 October 2011
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known Asவேலாயுதம் · Super Hero Shehanshah · Superhero Shehanshah · The Ultimate Weapon

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
upliftingfunnyinspiring
Themes
justicecorruptionfamilyidentity
Toneserious
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitylight
Audiencemass
Best Withfamily
Violence3
Emotion3
Humor4
Rewatchability4

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Trivia

  • The film's title 'Velayudham' was inspired by a popular Tamil magazine series from the 1970s about a vigilante hero.
  • Director Mohan Raja initially planned to cast a different actor, but Vijay was finalized after the script was rewritten to suit his style.
  • A major action sequence involving a helicopter was filmed in Hyderabad, using a real helicopter and a specially constructed set.
  • The song 'Rathathin Rathame' became a huge hit and was widely played during temple festivals and political rallies that year.
  • The film faced some censorship issues for its violent scenes, requiring edits to secure a U/A certificate.
  • Actress Genelia D'Souza learned to ride a scooter specifically for her role as a television reporter in the movie.
  • Despite mixed reviews, the film was a commercial success, especially in rural Tamil Nadu, due to its mass appeal.

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