Tamil Padam 2(2018)
Tamizh Padam 2 is a 2018 Indian Tamil-language parody film written and directed by C. S. Amudhan. It stars Shiva, Iswarya Menon, Sathish, and Disha Pandey. The film is a sequel to the 2010 film Tamizh Padam. It parodies Tamil cinema clichés, mass hero films, and real-world politics. The plot follows Shiva, a universal cop, who must stop the immortal don P. It includes time travel, a dance-off in 300 BC, and a satire of demonetisation. The film received positive reviews for its humour and performances. It was a commercial success, grossing over ₹17 crore in its opening weekend. The film was released on 13 July 2018.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Amazon Prime Video
- OTT Release Date
- 1 January 2018
- Theatrical Release
- 12 July 2018
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Rating
- 7.0/10
Storyline
Shiva is a super-cop who cannot catch a break. His wife is killed by the don P. He must rejoin the police force. But P is immortal. Their enmity is 76 generations old. Shiva must travel back in time to win a dance-off. Only then can he break P's immortality. But every woman he loves ends up dead.
“The spoof that spares no one.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Where to Watch
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film's title 'Tamizh Padam 2' is a direct parody of the popular 'Thuppakki' franchise, which uses a similar naming pattern.
- Director C.S. Amudhan included a spoof of the 'blue filter' visual style common in many 2010s Tamil action films.
- A major plot point parodies the 'memory loss' trope, a common device in many commercial Tamil movies of that era.
- The film features a cameo by actor Shiva, who is known for his comedic roles, playing a parody of a serious cop character.
- It was shot extensively in and around Chennai to mimic the typical urban settings of the films it was spoofing.
- The movie references over 50 specific Tamil films, including hits from actors like Vijay, Ajith, and Rajinikanth.
- Despite being a parody, it performed well commercially, showing the audience's appreciation for the genre satire.
Frequently Asked Questions
News & Stories
Recent stills of Tamizh Padam 2 New Movie starring Anandhi in the lead role.
