Peechaankai(2017)
Peechaankai is a 2017 Indian Tamil-language black comedy film directed by Ashok. It stars R.S. Karthik, Anjali Rao, M.S. Bhaskar, Vivek Prasanna, and K.S.G. Venkatesh. The story follows a pickpocket whose left hand becomes mysteriously paralyzed. He struggles to find a cure while his life falls apart. The film uses dark humor to explore themes of guilt, karma, and personal change. It was Ashok's directorial debut, inspired by the film Anbe Sivam. The movie received mixed reviews but is noted for its quirky premise.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- ZEE5, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 16 June 2017
- Director
- Ashok Kumaar
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Rating
- 5.9/10
Storyline
A skilled pickpocket wakes up one day to find his left hand completely paralyzed. He cannot move it. He visits doctors and tries everything, but no one can help. As his hand stays frozen, his life as a thief crumbles. He must find a way to heal his hand and himself.
“When your own hand betrays you.”
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Trivia
- The film's title 'Peechaankai' translates to 'alien hand' in Tamil, directly referencing the protagonist's condition.
- Director R. Ashok is also a popular Tamil television anchor, known for hosting reality shows.
- The movie was shot in and around Chennai, with key scenes filmed in the bustling T. Nagar shopping district.
- Actor S. Muthu, who plays the lead, is primarily known as a comedian in Tamil television and film.
- The film's plot is inspired by the real medical condition alien hand syndrome, which causes involuntary limb movement.
- It had a limited theatrical release and later gained more attention through television broadcasts and streaming platforms.
- The soundtrack was composed by S. N. Prasad, who is better known as a sound designer for many Tamil films.
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