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Kuppathu Raja(2019)

5.5/10
Tamil127 mins

Kuppathu Raja is an upcoming Tamil comedy drama film directed by Baba Bhaskar. The film features G. V. Prakash Kumar and Parthiban in the lead roles. Featuring music also composed by Prakash Kumar and cinematography by Velraj,

Director:Baba Bhaskar
Mood:
emotionalfunnyinspiring
Where to watch:
YOYouTube Moviesfrom 5 Apr 2019

Quick Facts

Streaming on
YouTube Movies
OTT Release Date
5 April 2019
Theatrical Release
5 April 2019
Director
Baba Bhaskar
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 7m
Rating
5.5/10

Storyline

A group of people live together in a Chennai slum. Their community is disrupted when troublemakers create conflict and unrest in their lives.

Slum life, big dreams, and a fight for home.

Film Details

5.5Rating
127Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date5 April 2019
Also Known AsKuppatthu Raja

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

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Available from 5 Apr 2019

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalfunnyinspiring
Themes
familyfriendshipcorruptionjustice
Tonegritty
Pacingepisodic
Complexitylight
Audiencemass
Best Withfamily
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor4
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Kuppathu Raja

Cast reunions in this film: G. V. Prakash Kumar & Yogi Babu (14 films together), M. S. Bhaskar & G. V. Prakash Kumar (10 films together), M. S. Bhaskar & Yogi Babu (10 films together), R. N. R. Manohar & Yogi Babu (5 films together), R. Parthiban & G. V. Prakash Kumar (3 films together), and R. Parthiban & M. S. Bhaskar (2 films together).

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Kuppathu Raja' translates to 'King of the Garbage', directly linking to its slum setting.
  • Director Baba Baskar is better known as a popular stunt choreographer for many Tamil films.
  • The movie was shot extensively in real Chennai slum locations to add authenticity.
  • Actor Raj Kiran plays a key role, marking one of his later film appearances.
  • The plot draws loose inspiration from real-life issues of land mafias and slum evictions in the city.
  • Despite its 2019 release, the film had a very limited theatrical run and low promotion.
  • It features a soundtrack by composer S. Thaman, who is usually associated with bigger-budget projects.

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