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Mayakkam Enna(2011)

7.1/10
Tamil145 mins

Mayakkam Enna (2011) is a 145-minute Tamil film directed by Selvaraghavan. Starring Richa Gangopadhyay, Dhanush and Mathivanan Rajendran. With an audience rating of 7.1/10, Mayakkam Enna stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2011.

Director:Selvaraghavan
Mood:
emotionaldarkinspiring
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Sun Nxt
Theatrical Release
25 November 2011
Director
Selvaraghavan
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 25m
GudVibe Rating
7.1/10

Storyline

A struggling wildlife photographer dreams of fame but finds his career going nowhere. His life changes when he meets his best friend's girlfriend, and despite an instant dislike, they find themselves drawn to each other.

Dreams clash. Hearts connect.

Film Details

7.1Rating
145Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date25 November 2011
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known Asமயக்கம் என்ன · Mr. Karthik

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarkinspiring
Themes
identitylovesurvivalfamily
Toneintense
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence2
Emotion5
Humor2
Rewatchability4

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Trivia

  • Dhanush's character Karthik was inspired by real-life wildlife photographer Rathika Ramasamy, known for her bird photography.
  • The film's title 'Mayakkam Enna' translates to 'What is this illusion?' reflecting its themes of dreams and reality.
  • Selvaraghavan originally planned to shoot the climax in Africa but changed it to Ladakh due to budget constraints.
  • Richa Gangopadhyay, who played Yamini, was a former Miss India finalist and this was only her second Tamil film.
  • The song 'Kadhal En Kadhal' was composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar but initially rejected by Selvaraghavan for being 'too soft'.
  • The film was shot over 100 days across locations including Chennai, Ooty, Ladakh, and Thailand.
  • Despite mixed initial reviews, it later gained a cult following for its raw portrayal of artistic struggle and relationships.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Mayakkam Enna

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