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Vaalmiki(2009)

Tamil145 minstheatrical

Vaalmiki is a 2009 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by G. Anantha Narayanan in his directorial debut. The film stars Akhil, Meera Nandan, and Devika in lead roles. The story follows Pandi, a pickpocket who lives a carefree life of petty crime until he falls in love with a virtuous girl named Vandana. A flower seller named Kanaka forms a love triangle, complicating Pandi's path to reform. The film features a soundtrack composed by Ilaiyaraaja with lyrics by Vaali, which received positive reviews from critics. The Times of India gave the film two out of five stars, noting it could have been more enjoyable with better execution. Rediff praised the logical screenplay but criticized the moralizing tone and uneven pacing.

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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
26 June 2009
Director
G. Anandha Narayanan
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 25m
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Storyline

Pandi is a pickpocket who loves his life of crime. He steals without guilt and enjoys his freedom. But when he meets Vandana, a sweet and honest girl, everything changes. He wants to be with her, but his criminal past stands in the way. Can he leave his old life behind and win her love?

Can a thief learn to love honestly?

Film Details

145Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date26 June 2009
Release Typetheatrical

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