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Enakku Vaitha Adimaigal(2017)

4.8/10
Tamil135 mins

Enakku Vaitha Adimaigal is a 2017 Indian Tamil-language comedy drama film written and directed by Mahendran Rajamani. The film stars Jai as Krishna and Pranitha Subhash as Divya, with Karunakaran, Kaali Venkat, and Naveen George Thomas in supporting roles. The story follows Krishna, an IT professional who becomes suicidal after a breakup, prompting his three friends to launch a desperate search across Chennai. The film features music composed by Santhosh Dhayanidhi, including a friendship anthem sung by Anirudh Ravichander. It was released on 2 February 2017 after being delayed from its original Pongal release date.

Filmed In:Kodaikanal, Puducherry
Mood:
emotionalfunnysuspenseful
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
2 February 2017
Director
Mahendran Rajamani
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 15m
Rating
4.8/10

Storyline

Krishna is an IT professional who falls in love with his colleague Divya. When she breaks up with him, he falls into depression and threatens suicide. His three friends must race against time to find him before it is too late.

Friendship is the real treasure.

Film Details

4.8Rating
135Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date2 February 2017
Also Known AsExpress Journey · Express Journey
Filmed InKodaikanal, Puducherry

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalfunnysuspenseful
Themes
friendshiploveidentitysurvival
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfriends
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor3
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Enakku Vaitha Adimaigal

Cast reunions in this film: Santhanam & Rajendran (13 films together), Thambi Ramaiah & Karunakaran (12 films together), Santhanam & Thambi Ramaiah (11 films together), Thambi Ramaiah & Rajendran (11 films together), Rajendran & Karunakaran (7 films together), and Santhanam & Jai (5 films together).

Trivia

  • The film was originally titled 'Kadhalum Kadanthu Pogum' but was later changed to avoid confusion with a 2016 Tamil film of the same name.
  • Director Mahendran Rajamani is the son of legendary Tamil director Mahendran, making this his directorial debut.
  • The movie's plot revolves around a missing person, but it was primarily marketed as a comedy-drama, blending genres unexpectedly.
  • It features actor Raj Bharath in a lead role, who was relatively new to the industry at the time of release.
  • The film had a limited theatrical release and quickly moved to television and streaming platforms.
  • Some scenes were shot in real-life college campuses in Chennai to capture authentic youthful settings.
  • The soundtrack was composed by S. N. Arunagiri, who is known for his work in independent Tamil films.

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