Kanthaswamy(2009)
Kanthaswamy is a 2009 Indian Tamil-language vigilante action film directed and written by Susi Ganesan. The film stars Vikram as the titular character, with Shriya Saran, Prabhu, Ashish Vidyarthi, Mukesh Tiwari, and Vadivelu in supporting roles. The story follows a CBI officer who secretly helps poor people by disguising as a rooster vigilante, stealing black money from corrupt businessmen. The film blends action, comedy, and romance with a unique superhero concept inspired by Robin Hood. It was released on 21 August 2009 to positive reviews and became a box office success. The soundtrack was composed by Devi Sri Prasad, with Vikram singing most of the songs.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- MX Player, Plex, Sun Nxt
- Theatrical Release
- 21 August 2009
- Director
- Susi Ganesan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 55m
- Rating
- 4.8/10
Storyline
A CBI officer named Kanthaswamy secretly helps poor people by dressing as a rooster vigilante. He steals black money from corrupt businessmen and gives it to the needy. But the daughter of his biggest enemy tries to trap him by pretending to fall in love with him.
“The rooster who fights corruption.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Kanthaswamy
Cast reunions in this film: Prabhu & Vadivelu (13 films together), Vadivelu & Mansoor Ali Khan (7 films together), Vadivelu & Vikram (5 films together), Vidhya & Vadivelu (4 films together), Shriya Saran & Devi Sri Prasad (4 films together), and Prabhu & Mansoor Ali Khan (4 films together).
Trivia
- The film's budget was around 70 crore rupees, making it one of the most expensive Tamil films of its time.
- Vikram performed many of his own stunts, including a dangerous sequence where he hangs from a helicopter.
- The movie's climax was shot in the ancient Mayan ruins of Mexico, a rare location for Tamil cinema.
- Actress Shriya Saran's character was originally written to be a classical dancer, but the role was changed.
- The film's soundtrack by Devi Sri Prasad became a hit, especially the song 'Hey! Kambalikkara'.
- A special team was hired to design the elaborate 'Kanthaswamy' mask and costume worn by Vikram.
- Despite high expectations, the film received mixed reviews and underperformed at the box office.