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Nagesh Thiraiyarangam(2018)

6.5/10
Tamil123 mins

Nagesh Thiraiyarangam is an upcoming Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by Mohamad Issack, starring Aari and Ashna Zaveri in lead roles with 70's heroine Latha and senior actress Sithara playing important roles.

Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful

Quick Facts

Streaming on
ZEE5, Plex, YouTube, Airtel Xstream Play, Watcho
OTT Release Date
16 February 2018
Theatrical Release
16 February 2018
Director
Mohamad Issack
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 3m
Rating
6.5/10

Storyline

A real estate agent tries to sell his father's old movie theater. He discovers the building is haunted by a ghost.

A haunted theater holds a deadly romance.

Film Details

6.5Rating
123Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date16 February 2018

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
lovesurvivalfamilyidentity
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Nagesh Thiraiyarangam

Cast reunions in this film: Manobala & Madhan Bob (9 films together), Manobala & Kaali Venkat (7 films together), Manobala & Srikanth Deva (6 films together), Manobala & Sabha Swaminathan (4 films together), Srikanth Deva & Madhan Bob (4 films together), and Madhan Bob & Sabha Swaminathan (3 films together).

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Thiraiyarangam' is a Tamil word meaning 'film stage' or 'cinema hall', reflecting the haunted theatre setting.
  • Director Mohamad Issack also wrote the story and screenplay, making it a personal passion project.
  • The movie was shot in a real, old single-screen theatre in Tamil Nadu to create an authentic, eerie atmosphere.
  • It blends classic Tamil cinema romance tropes with horror, a genre mix less common in 2018 mainstream releases.
  • The film had a limited theatrical run and later gained more attention through digital streaming platforms.
  • Actor Nagesh's character deals with supernatural events tied to the theatre's past film screenings and reels.
  • The soundtrack was composed by Nivas K. Prasanna, known for blending traditional and modern musical styles.

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