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Mupparimanam(2017)

4.8/10
Tamil140 mins

Mupparimanam (transl. Three Dimensions) is a 2017 Indian Tamil-language romantic thriller film written and directed by Adhiroopan. The film stars Shanthanu Bhagyaraj and Srushti Dange in lead roles, with Skanda Ashok, Ravi Prakash, and Thambi Ramaiah in supporting parts. The story follows Kathir, a lonely young man who falls in love with Anusha, only to discover she is a hallucination created by his own mind. The narrative explores themes of mental illness, grief, and the blurred line between reality and imagination. Music is composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar, with cinematography by Rasamathi. The film released on 3 March 2017 to mixed reviews, with critics praising the twist but criticizing the pacing and commercial elements. The satellite rights were sold to Vasanth TV.

Filmed In:Pollachi, Challakudy, Alleppey
Mood:
suspensefulemotionaldark
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
YouTube, Amazon Prime Video
Theatrical Release
3 March 2017
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 20m
Rating
4.8/10

Storyline

A lonely young man named Kathir meets and falls in love with a woman named Anusha. Despite family opposition, they plan to run away together. But Kathir soon discovers a shocking truth: Anusha does not exist. She is a figment of his imagination, created to cope with his deep loneliness and past trauma.

Love can be an illusion

Film Details

4.8Rating
140Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date3 March 2017
Also Known AsMupparimaanam · Love Game
Filmed InPollachi, Challakudy, Alleppey

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
suspensefulemotionaldark
Themes
identityrevengelovejustice
Toneintense
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability2

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Mupparimanam

Cast reunions in this film: Premgi Amaran & Venkat Prabhu (15 films together), Thambi Ramaiah & Rajendran (11 films together), Thambi Ramaiah & Soori (9 films together), Thambi Ramaiah & G. V. Prakash Kumar (9 films together), Vivek & Prabhu (9 films together), and Raadhika Sarathkumar & K. Bhagyaraj (8 films together).

Trivia

  • The film was shot in just 16 days, a very short schedule for a feature-length movie.
  • Director Adhiroopan also wrote the story and screenplay, making it a very personal project.
  • The movie's title 'Mupparimanam' translates to 'Three Halves,' hinting at its fractured narrative structure.
  • It was filmed mostly in natural outdoor locations to create a raw and isolated feel.
  • The film had a limited theatrical release and gained more attention through digital streaming platforms.
  • The plot's central kidnapping was inspired by real-life reports of mysterious abductions in rural Tamil Nadu.

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