Anjathe(2008)
Anjathe is a 2008 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film written and directed by Mysskin. The film stars Narain, Prasanna, and Vijayalakshmi in lead roles. The story follows two childhood friends, Sathya and Kiruba, whose bond is tested when Sathya is wrongly accused of murder. Kiruba, a newly appointed Sub-Inspector, must choose between his duty and his loyalty to his friend. The film is noted for its slow, deliberate pacing and realistic portrayal of violence and corruption. It received critical acclaim for its screenplay, performances, and emotional depth. Anjathe was released in theatres on 14 November 2008.
Quick Facts
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- Eros Now
- Theatrical Release
- 14 February 2008
- Director
- Mysskin
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 35m
- Rating
- 7.3/10
Storyline
Sathya is a hot-headed young man who gets into constant trouble. His best friend Kiruba dreams of becoming a police officer. When Sathya is framed for a murder he did not commit, Kiruba must decide whether to follow the law or save his friend. Their friendship faces its ultimate test.
“Fear nothing when friendship calls”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Anjathe
Cast reunions in this film: Agathiyan & Vijayalakshmi Ahathian (8 films together), M. S. Bhaskar & Livingston (5 films together), Pandi & Livingston (3 films together), Prasanna & M. S. Bhaskar (3 films together), Mysskin & Narain (2 films together), and Livingston & Jasper (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Anjathe' means 'enemy' in Tamil, but it was originally planned to be named 'Kadhal' (Love) before the script changed.
- Director Mysskin played a small cameo as a blind man in the film, though his face is not clearly shown.
- The movie was shot in just 45 days, which is considered a very short schedule for a Tamil film of its scale.
- Actor Prasanna, who played Kiruba, had to undergo police training to look authentic as a sub-inspector.
- The film's climax was shot in a real police training academy in Chennai to add realism.
- Anjathe was a surprise box office hit and later gained a cult following for its gritty storytelling.
- The background score uses a recurring whistle theme, which became iconic and is still remembered by fans.
