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Kaala(2018)

7.0/10
Tamil166 mins

Kaala (2018) is a 166-minute Tamil film directed by Pa. Ranjit. With an audience rating of 7.0/10 and a hit verdict at the box office, Kaala stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2018.

Director:Pa. Ranjit
Mood:
darkemotionalinspiring

Quick Facts

Streaming on
Prime Video, Hotstar
OTT Release Date
12 January 2018
Theatrical Release
7 June 2018
Director
Pa. Ranjit
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 46m
GudVibe Rating
7.0/10

Storyline

A man named Karikaalan works to protect the residents of the Dharavi slum in Mumbai. He stands up against powerful politicians and a dangerous land mafia boss who want to take over the area. His ongoing fight is to keep the community safe from their control.

A slum's hero fights to save his home.

Film Details

7.0Rating
166Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date7 June 2018
Also Known AsKaala Karikaalan · Kaala Karikalan · Kaalaa · காலா கரிகாலன் · கரிகாலன் · Karikaalan

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalinspiring
Themes
survivalcorruptionjusticefamily
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withwith-partner
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability4

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Trivia

  • The film's title 'Kaala' means 'black' in Tamil, symbolizing both the protagonist's name and the color of resistance.
  • Director Pa. Ranjith insisted on shooting extensively in Dharavi to capture the real-life atmosphere and struggles of the slum.
  • Rajinikanth's character wears a black shawl throughout the film, which became a visual trademark and symbol of protest.
  • The movie faced political controversy in Karnataka, leading to protests and delayed releases in some theaters.
  • Composer Santhosh Narayanan used folk instruments like the 'parai' drum to emphasize the working-class themes.
  • Actress Huma Qureshi learned Tamil for her role, marking her debut in Tamil cinema after working in Hindi films.
  • The climax scene involving a large crowd and fire was filmed with over 1,000 local extras from Dharavi.

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