Vedigundu Murugesan(2009)
Vedigundu Murugesan is a 2009 Indian Tamil-language comedy drama film directed by A. Govindamoorthy. The film stars Pasupathy, Jyothirmayi, and Vadivelu in lead roles. Set in the village of Kizhrajakularaman in Rajapalayam, the story follows Murugesan, a small-time lawbreaker who secretly cares for a mentally challenged girl named Ponni. A lady constable named Nachiyar falls in love with him after seeing his kindness. The film balances humor, provided by Vadivelu's character Alert Aarumugam, with a tragic event that changes everything. Critics praised the film's satirical tone and emotional climax. The music was composed by Dhina. The film released on 17 July 2009.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 17 July 2009
- Director
- A. Govindamurthy
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 30m 0
Storyline
Murugesan is a small-time troublemaker with a hidden heart. He shelters a mentally challenged girl named Ponni. A tough lady constable falls for his kindness. But a local villain attacks Ponni, forcing Murugesan to fight for justice.
“A bomb with a heart of gold”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Vedigundu Murugesan
Cast reunions in this film: Vadivelu & Pasupathy (6 films together), and Vadivelu & Dhina (5 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Vedigundu Murugesan' roughly translates to 'Murugesan, the one who wears a sacred ash mark', hinting at his religious side.
- Director A. Govindamurthy had previously worked as an assistant director for many popular Tamil films before making his directorial debut with this movie.
- Actress Sanchita Shetty, who played the female lead, was a former Miss India finalist and this was one of her early Tamil film roles.
- The movie's soundtrack was composed by Srikanth Deva, who is known for his work in many comedy and mass entertainer films in Tamil.
- Despite being a comedy, the film touches on themes of mental health through the character of the unstable girl Murugesan cares for.
- The film's shooting locations included various parts of rural Tamil Nadu to give it a realistic, grounded setting.
- Actor Vivek, a popular comedian in Tamil cinema, made a special appearance in the film, adding to its comedic appeal.