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Padai Veeran(2018)

4.9/10
Tamil130 mins

Padai Veeran is an upcoming Indian Tamil drama film, written and directed by Dhana, an associate of Mani Ratnam. The film features Vijay Yesudas and Bharathiraja in the lead roles, Amrutha is playing opposite to Vijay Yesudoss

Director:Dhanaa
Mood:
emotionalsuspensefulinspiring
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
ZEE5
OTT Release Date
2 February 2018
Theatrical Release
2 February 2018
Director
Dhanaa
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 10m
Rating
4.9/10

Storyline

A young man decides to become a police officer. He returns to his home village to stop a violent conflict. To restore order, he must confront people he is close to.

A village riot tests a rookie cop's loyalties.

Film Details

4.9Rating
130Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date2 February 2018
Also Known AsPadaiveeran

Parental Guide

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

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Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalsuspensefulinspiring
Themes
justicefamilycorruptionidentity
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's director Dhana also worked as a stunt choreographer for many Tamil films before making his directorial debut with this movie.
  • Actor Sathish, known for his comedy roles, played a serious supporting character, which was a departure from his usual type of casting.
  • The movie's climax riot scenes were shot in a real village location in Tamil Nadu to add authenticity, not on a set.
  • Padai Veeran had a very limited theatrical release, with most of its audience reach coming through television broadcasts later.
  • The title 'Padai Veeran' translates to 'Army Warrior', referencing the protagonist's journey to become a disciplined police officer.
  • Music director N. R. Raghunanthan, who composed the film's score, is the grandson of legendary composer M. S. Viswanathan.

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