Thangam(2008)
Thangam is a 2008 Indian Tamil-language action drama film directed by Kicha. The film stars Sathyaraj in the lead role, with Megha Nair, Goundamani, and Jayashree in supporting roles. Set in a small town near Coimbatore, the story follows Thangam, a respected village do-gooder, who sacrifices his freedom to protect his sister's marriage. When his family is murdered due to a feud with a rival family and a corrupt MLA, Thangam seeks revenge. The film relies on a formulaic 1980s-style narrative of brother-sister sentiment, comedy, and action. Sify noted that the presentation works well for B and C center audiences. The film was released in 2008.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 February 2008
- Director
- G. Kicha
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 17m 0
Storyline
Thangam is a kind-hearted village man who loves his sister more than anything. When a jealous rival tricks his sister and makes her pregnant, Thangam forces him to marry her. But after tragedy strikes and his family is killed, Thangam must take bloody revenge on everyone who wronged them.
“A brother's love turns into revenge”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Thangam
Cast reunions in this film: Sathyaraj & Goundamani (31 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Thangam' means 'gold' in Tamil, symbolizing the value of the sister to the protagonist.
- Director G. Kicha was a former assistant to director Hari, known for fast-paced action films.
- The movie was shot extensively in and around Pollachi, known for its rural landscapes.
- Actress Sridevi Vijaykumar, who played the sister, had a relatively short film career in the 2000s.
- The film's release faced competition from several other Tamil action dramas in 2008.
- The climax features a violent confrontation typical of the revenge genre popular at the time.
- The musical score was composed by Srikanth Deva, a frequent collaborator on such action films.