
Kaaviyyan(2019)
Tamil112 mins
Akilan Vishwanathan, an Indian cop known for his intellectual mind, chases the culprit involved in a multiple kidnapping and murder in Las Vegas. Will he be able to succeed?
Director:Parthasarathy I.V
Mood:
suspensefuldarkintense
Where to watch:
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Amazon Prime Video, YouTube, Plex
- OTT Release Date
- 18 October 2019
- Theatrical Release
- 18 October 2019
- Director
- Parthasarathy I.V
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Rating
- 4.7/10
Storyline
An Indian detective with a sharp mind tracks a criminal responsible for kidnappings and murders in Las Vegas. He races to catch the culprit and stop the crimes.
“A brilliant cop. A deadly hunt in Vegas.”
Film Details
4.7Rating
112Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date18 October 2019
Also Known AsKaaviyan · Kaviyan · Vaadu Osthadu · Vaadosthadu
Parental Guide
Violence
High
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
High
Where to Watch
Vibe & Tags
Mood
suspensefuldarkintense
Themes
justicecorruptionsurvivalidentity
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion3
Humor1
Rewatchability2
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Kaaviyyan
Cast reunions in this film: Srinath & Shaam (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was shot in both India and the United States, with key sequences filmed in Las Vegas.
- It was the final film appearance of veteran actor Manobala before his passing in 2023.
- Director I. V. Parthasarathy also worked as the film's editor and co-wrote the screenplay.
- The movie's title 'Kaaviyyan' translates to 'The Poet' in English, contrasting its action-thriller plot.
- Actor Aadukalam Naren, known for supporting roles, played a significant part as a police officer.
- The film had a limited theatrical release and quickly became available on streaming platforms.
- Its soundtrack featured a song by singer Haricharan, who is known for his work in Tamil and Telugu films.






