Angaadi Theru(2010)
Tamil mins
Angaadi Theru (2010) is a Tamil film directed by Vasanthabalan. Starring Black Pandi and G. V. Prakash Kumar. With an audience rating of 7.7/10, Angaadi Theru stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2010.
Director:Vasanthabalan
Mood:
darkemotionaldisturbing
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 26 March 2010
- Director
- Vasanthabalan
- Language
- Tamil
- GudVibe Rating
- 7.7/10
Storyline
A bright student named Jyothi Lingam lives happily in his small village. His life is shattered when his father, the family's sole earner, dies in an accident.
“From village dreams to city survival.”
Film Details
7.7Rating
Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date26 March 2010
Also Known AsMarket Street
Parental Guide
Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low
Vibe & Tags
Mood
darkemotionaldisturbing
Themes
survivalcorruptionfamilyjustice
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
7.7/10Rating
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film's title 'Angadi Theru' translates to 'Market Street', referring to the real-life Ranganathan Street in Chennai where much of the film is set.
- Director Vasanthabalan had the lead actors, Mahesh and Anjali, work in actual textile shops on the street for weeks to prepare for their roles.
- The movie was shot extensively on location in the crowded, real market, often using hidden cameras to capture authentic reactions from the public.
- Composer G. V. Prakash Kumar, who scored the music, was also the film's associate director, helping shape the story.
- The film was inspired by real-life stories of young workers from villages who come to work in Chennai's big textile showrooms.
- It won two National Film Awards, including Best Feature Film in Tamil, highlighting its critical acclaim.
- Actor Anjali, who played the female lead, received widespread praise for her performance, which was a major breakthrough in her career.