
Pa Paandi(2017)
Tamil125 mins
Pa Paandi (2017) is a 125-minute Tamil film directed by Dhanush. Starring Rajkiran, Gautham Menon and Dhanush. With an audience rating of 7.3/10, Pa Paandi stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2017.
Director:Dhanush
Mood:
emotionalupliftingfunny
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 14 April 2017
- Director
- Dhanush
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- GudVibe Rating
- 7.3/10
Storyline
Paandi is a retired stuntman who now lives with his son's family. He feels his son takes him for granted and they often argue. After a big fight, Paandi leaves home on a journey that leads to surprising new experiences.
“A retired stuntman rediscovers life on an unexpected journey.”
Film Details
7.3Rating
125Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date14 April 2017
Also Known AsPower Pandii · PA. Pandi · ப.பாண்டி · பவர் பாண்டி · Power Paandi · Dum Lagade Aaj
Parental Guide
Violence
Moderate
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionalupliftingfunny
Themes
familyidentitylovefriendship
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor3
Rewatchability4
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
7.3/10Rating
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- Dhanush directed the film under the pseudonym 'Dhanush K. Raja' for his directorial debut.
- The film's original title was 'Power Paandi' but was shortened to 'Pa Paandi' before release.
- Actor Prasanna, who plays the son, was initially hesitant to take the role due to the age gap with Dhanush playing his father.
- A real retired stunt master, 'Stunt' Silva, was consulted to ensure the flashback stunt sequences felt authentic.
- The movie subtly references the 1980s Tamil film 'Nallavanukku Nallavan' through a scene where Raj Kiran's character is watching it on TV.
- It had a limited theatrical release but gained popularity through satellite and digital streaming rights.
- The climax scene at the airport was shot at Chennai International Airport during non-peak hours to avoid disrupting travel.















