Kandhakottai(2009)
Kandhakottai is a 2009 Indian Tamil-language romantic action film written and directed by S. Sakthivel. The film stars Nakul as Siva and Poorna as Pooja, with Sampath Raj and Santhanam in supporting roles. The story follows Siva, a man who despises love and actively breaks up couples, and Pooja, a woman who dedicates herself to uniting lovers. Their opposing philosophies collide when Siva's sister falls in love with Pooja's cousin. The film blends romance, comedy, and action in a small-town setting. It was released on December 19, 2009, in India. The film received mixed reviews, with critics noting its familiar plot but praising the performances of the lead cast.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 19 December 2009
- Director
- S. Sakthivel
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 27m
- Rating
- 5.8/10
Storyline
Siva hates love and destroys every couple he sees. Pooja believes in love and helps couples unite. When Siva's sister falls for Pooja's cousin, their worlds collide. Can a love-hater learn to love?
“Love changes everything”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Kandhakottai
Cast reunions in this film: Santhanam & Sampath Raj (2 films together), Santhanam & Dhina (2 films together), and Sampath Raj & Poorna (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title Kandhakottai refers to a real village in Tamil Nadu's Thanjavur district, though the movie wasn't shot there.
- Director S. Sakthivel was primarily known as a cinematographer, and this was one of his few directorial ventures.
- Actress Poorna, who played the female lead, was a popular television anchor before entering films.
- The movie's plot of a love-hater versus a love-uniter is a less common twist on the classic 'enemies to lovers' Tamil film trope.
- Actor Nakul, the male lead, was also a playback singer and sang a song in the film's soundtrack.
- The film had a limited theatrical run and is more remembered today for its soundtrack by composer Srikanth Deva.
- A key comedy subplot involves the male lead's friend, played by comedian Singamuthu, who was a familiar face in 2000s Tamil cinema.