Poraali(2011)
Poraali is a 2011 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film directed by P. Samuthirakani. It stars M. Sasikumar, Allari Naresh, and Swathi Reddy in lead roles. The story follows two friends who flee their violent past in a village and start anew in Chennai. Their honest life at a petrol bunk is disrupted when their old enemies track them down. The film is noted for its raw depiction of violence and strong emotional core. It received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its performances and realistic storytelling. Poraali was released on December 1, 2011, and is available for streaming on Eros Now.
Poraali is streaming on VI Movies and TV and JioHotstar.
Where to watch:Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- VI Movies and TV, JioHotstar
- Theatrical Release
- 1 December 2011
- Director
- Samuthirakani
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
Two friends, Ilangkumaran and Nallavan, escape a deadly past and hide in Chennai. They build a simple life working at a petrol station. But when a powerful gang from their village finds them, they must fight to protect their new home and the woman Ilangkumaran loves.
“Fight for your right to live”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Poraali
Cast reunions in this film: Samuthirakani & Namo Narayana (14 films together), M. Sasikumar & Samuthirakani (12 films together), Jayaprakash & Soori (11 films together), M. Sasikumar & Namo Narayana (9 films together), Samuthirakani & Soori (9 films together), and G. Gnanasambandam & Namo Narayana (8 films together).
Trivia
- The film's director Samuthirakani also played a supporting role as the character Pulikutty.
- The movie was shot in just 18 days on a very tight budget.
- It was inspired by a real-life incident involving the director's friend from his village.
- The title 'Poraali' is a colloquial Tamil word for a person from a rural or village background.
- Actress Saranya Ponvannan, who played a key role, was praised for her natural performance without heavy makeup.
- The film's realistic portrayal of migrant workers in Chennai was noted by critics.
- It had a limited theatrical release but gained appreciation through word-of-mouth and later television screenings.