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Anjathe(2008)

7.3/10
Tamil160 mins

Anjathe (2008) is a 160-minute Tamil film directed by Mysskin. Starring Narain, Ajmal Ameer and Prasanna. With an audience rating of 7.3/10, Anjathe stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2008.

Director:Mysskin
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
14 February 2008
Director
Mysskin
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 40m
GudVibe Rating
7.3/10

Storyline

Two friends take very different paths. One becomes a violent troublemaker, while the other works hard to join the police. Their roles are unexpectedly reversed when the reckless friend ends up becoming a police officer himself.

Two friends. One badge. A deadly switch of fate.

Film Details

7.3Rating
160Minutes
TamilLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date14 February 2008
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsAnjathey · Anjaathey · Anjadhey · Anjaadhey · Sneham

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
friendshipcorruptionidentityjustice
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability4

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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.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Anjathe

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