Sathriyan(2017)
Sathriyan is a 2017 Indian Tamil-language action drama film written and directed by S. R. Prabhakaran. It stars Vikram Prabhu as Guna, a loyal gangster, and Manjima Mohan as Niranjana, the daughter of a rival rowdy. The supporting cast includes Kavin, Aishwarya Dutta, and Rio Raj. Set in Tiruchirappalli, the story follows Guna as he navigates gang wars, betrayal, and a transformative love that challenges his violent identity. The film was produced by Sathya Jyothi Films with music by Yuvan Shankar Raja and cinematography by Sivakumar Vijayan. Critics noted its realistic portrayal of gang life, though some found the runtime excessive. The satellite rights were sold to Sun TV and Sun NXT. Sathriyan released on 9 June 2017.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- VI Movies and TV, Sun NXT, Amazon Prime Video, Airtel Xstream Play, YuppTV, Plex
- Theatrical Release
- 9 June 2017
- Director
- S. R. Prabhakaran
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Rating
- 6.1/10
Storyline
Guna is a feared thug in Tiruchirappalli. When his boss is killed by a rival gang, he must protect the boss's daughter Niranjana. She falls in love with him and challenges his violent life. Guna must choose between his gangster identity and a chance at real happiness.
“A warrior fights for love.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Sathriyan
Cast reunions in this film: Yuvan Shankar Raja & Yogi Babu (14 films together), Yuvan Shankar Raja & Aruldoss (8 films together), Yogi Babu & Aruldoss (8 films together), Aadukalam Naren & Yogi Babu (7 films together), Aadukalam Naren & Aruldoss (6 films together), and Aadukalam Naren & Yuvan Shankar Raja (5 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Sathriyan' is a Tamil word meaning 'companion' or 'friend', reflecting the protagonist's loyalty conflicts.
- Director S. R. Prabhakaran also co-wrote the story, marking one of his early major directorial projects after working as an assistant director.
- Actor Vijay Antony, primarily known as a music composer, performed his own stunts for several action sequences in the film.
- The movie's soundtrack was composed by N. R. Raghunanthan, not by Vijay Antony, which was unusual for a Vijay Antony-starring film at the time.
- A key fight scene was shot in a real abandoned factory to create a gritty atmosphere, requiring special safety measures for the crew.
- The film's climax underwent significant reshoots based on early audience feedback from test screenings.
- Despite being an action film, it incorporated themes of brotherhood and betrayal similar to classic Tamil gangster dramas.
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