Kattradhu Kalavu(2010)
Kattradhu Kalavu is a 2010 Indian Tamil-language action film written and directed by Balaji Devi Prasad. The film features newcomers in the lead roles as a boy and a girl who flee their homes. The story follows their journey as they commit crimes to survive while falling in love. The film is noted for its raw portrayal of desperation and young love on the run. It received mixed reviews but gained a cult following for its honest storytelling. Kattradhu Kalavu was released in 2010 in theaters across Tamil Nadu.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 28 May 2010
- Director
- Balaji Devi Prasad
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
A boy and a girl run away from their troubled homes for different reasons. They meet by chance and decide to travel together. To survive, they start stealing food, money, and cars. As the police close in, they must choose between freedom and each other.
“Love is the only crime worth committing.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Kattradhu Kalavu
Cast reunions in this film: Agathiyan & Vijayalakshmi Ahathian (8 films together), Manobala & Santhana Bharathi (7 films together), Ganja Karuppu & Manobala (5 films together), Ganja Karuppu & Sampath Raj (3 films together), Sampath Raj & Santhana Bharathi (3 films together), and Manobala & Nirav Shah (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Kadhal' but was changed to 'Kattradhu Kalavu' before release.
- It was the debut film for director Balaji Devi Prasad, who is the son of veteran director K. Balaji.
- The movie's soundtrack was composed by debutant music director S. N. Prasad.
- Lead actor Jai later stated this was one of his most physically demanding roles due to the action sequences.
- The film's plot of young runaways was compared by some critics to the Hollywood movie 'Bonnie and Clyde'.
- It was shot extensively in real locations across Tamil Nadu to capture a raw, road-movie feel.
- Despite its action-drama genre, the film underperformed commercially at the box office.