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Azhagar Malai(2009)

7.4/10
Tamil•132 mins•theatrical•

Azhagar Malai is a 2009 Tamil masala film written and directed by S.P. Rajkumar. It stars RK, Muktha George, Lal, Napoleon, and Vadivelu in key roles. The story follows Pugazhendi, an alcoholic living in a village near Madurai, who struggles to reform after falling in love with Janani. The film blends comedy provided by Vadivelu with a dramatic redemption arc. It was released on August 7, 2009, and received mixed reviews for its formulaic plot but was noted for its emotional core.

Filmed In:Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Mood:
funnyemotionaluplifting
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
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Theatrical Release
7 August 2009
Director
S. P. Rajkumar
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 12m
Rating
7.4/10

Storyline

Pugazhendi is a drunkard mocked by his entire village. He falls in love with Janani and wants to change. But his addiction and a false accusation threaten to destroy his chance at happiness. He must fight his own demons and prove his innocence to win back his family, his love, and his respect.

“Change is possible. Rise again.”

Film Details

7.4Rating
132Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date7 August 2009
Release Typetheatrical
Filmed InMadurai, Tamil Nadu

Parental Guide

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

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Vibe & Tags

Mood
funnyemotionaluplifting
Themes
familyidentitylovefriendship
Toneserious
Pacingepisodic
Complexitylight
Audiencemass
Best Withfamily
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor4
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

#1
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Muktha GeorgeJanani
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#2
Bhanu, Actor in Azhagar Malai
BhanuActor
→#3
Napoleon, Actor in Azhagar Malai
NapoleonPandithurai
→#4
R. K., Actor in Azhagar Malai
R. K.Actor
→#5
Vadivelu, Actor in Azhagar Malai
VadiveluActor
→#6
Ilayaraja, Music Composer in Azhagar Malai
IlayarajaMusic Composer
→#7
S. P. Rajkumar, Director in Azhagar Malai
S. P. RajkumarDirector
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Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Azhagar Malai

Cast reunions in this film: Vadivelu & Ilayaraja (23 films together), Ilayaraja & Napoleon (14 films together), Vadivelu & Napoleon (5 films together), Vadivelu & R. K. (2 films together), and Vadivelu & S. P. Rajkumar (2 films together).

Vadivelu
VadiveluActor
23rd time
Ilayaraja
IlayarajaMusic Composer
Vadivelu × Ilayaraja — 23 films together →
Ilayaraja
IlayarajaMusic Composer
14th time
Napoleon
NapoleonActor
Ilayaraja × Napoleon — 14 films together →
Vadivelu
VadiveluActor
5th time
Napoleon
NapoleonActor
Vadivelu × Napoleon — 5 films together →
Vadivelu
VadiveluActor
2nd time
R. K.
R. K.Actor
Vadivelu × R. K. — 2 films together →
Vadivelu
VadiveluActor
2nd time
S. P. Rajkumar
S. P. RajkumarDirector
Vadivelu × S. P. Rajkumar — 2 films together →

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Azhagar Malai' refers to a real hill near Madurai, a popular pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Kallazhagar.
  • Actor Napoleon, who played the respected elder brother, was also a sitting Member of Parliament when the film was released.
  • The movie marked a rare lead role for actor RK, who was primarily known for supporting and comedic characters in Tamil cinema.
  • Director S.P. Rajkumar is the son of veteran director S.P. Muthuraman, continuing a family legacy in the Tamil film industry.
  • The soundtrack by composer Srikanth Deva included a folk-inspired song 'Oru Naalil' that became popular in rural areas.
  • A significant portion of the film was shot on location in and around Madurai to capture the authentic village atmosphere.
  • The film's conflict between two brothers was compared by some critics to the dynamics of classic Tamil rural dramas from the 1980s.

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