Yaaradi Nee Mohini(2008)
Yaaradi Nee Mohini is a 2008 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy film directed by Mithran Jawahar in his directorial debut. The film stars Dhanush and Nayanthara in lead roles, with Karthik Kumar, Raghuvaran, K. Viswanath, Karunas, and Saranya Mohan in supporting roles. The story follows Vasu, a jobless young man who falls in love with Keerthi, a short-tempered software employee, and faces rejection, family tragedy, and a complicated love triangle involving his best friend. The film is a remake of the 2007 Telugu film Aadavari Matalaku Arthale Verule and features music composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja. It was released on 4 April 2008 and emerged as one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of the year, praised for its performances and emotional depth.
Quick Facts
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- Theatrical Release
- 4 April 2008
- Director
- Mithran Jawahar
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 40m
- Rating
- 6.9/10
Storyline
Vasu is a jobless young man who falls in love with Keerthi, a beautiful but short-tempered woman. When he confesses his love, she rejects him because her marriage is already fixed. After his father dies tragically, Vasu discovers Keerthi is engaged to his best friend Cheenu. He must choose between his love and his friendship.
“Love comes with a price.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Yaaradi Nee Mohini
Cast reunions in this film: Nayantara & Yuvan Shankar Raja (12 films together), Karunas & Manobala (9 films together), Karunas & Dhanush (9 films together), Karunas & Yuvan Shankar Raja (9 films together), Dhanush & Yuvan Shankar Raja (8 films together), and Nayantara & Manobala (7 films together).
Trivia
- The film is a remake of the Telugu movie 'Aadavari Matalaku Ardhalu Verule' starring Venkatesh and Trisha.
- Dhanush's character Vasu was originally offered to actor Vishal, but he turned it down.
- The song 'Nenjukkul Peidhidum' was shot in just one day at a resort in Chennai.
- This was director Mithran Jawahar's first film, and he later directed Dhanush again in 'Uthamaputhiran'.
- The film's climax fight scene was choreographed by stunt master Silva, known for his work in many Tamil action films.
- Actress Nayanthara, who played Keerthi, was going through a busy phase, shooting for multiple films simultaneously during this period.
- The movie's title 'Yaaradi Nee Mohini' references the mythological enchantress Mohini, hinting at the female lead's captivating role.