Silandhi(2008)
Silandhi (2008) is a Tamil-language erotic thriller film directed by debutant Aathiraj. The movie stars Munna and Monica in lead roles, with Riyaz Khan in a supporting role. The story follows a newly married couple whose honeymoon at a remote villa turns into a nightmare when a dark secret from the bride's past resurfaces. The film is loosely based on the Hollywood thriller I Know What You Did Last Summer. It was later dubbed in Telugu as Erra Gulabi and in Hindi as Jaal - The Net. The director remade the film in Kannada as Ranatantra in 2014. The movie received mixed reviews for its predictable plot but was noted for its suspenseful atmosphere.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Zee5, Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 9 May 2008
- Director
- Aadhiram
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Rating
- 4.5/10
Storyline
A young woman named Monica marries Mahesh and hopes for a fresh start. But her past catches up when a man she helped bury years ago returns for revenge. Now, trapped in a lonely villa, she must fight to survive while her friends die one by one.
“The past always spins its web.”
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Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Silanthi' but was later changed to 'Silandhi' for release.
- Director Aathiraj made his debut with this film after working as an assistant director in the industry.
- It was shot extensively in and around Chennai, using real locations to create a gritty atmosphere.
- The movie's soundtrack was composed by newcomer V. S. Narasimhan, who blended traditional and modern sounds.
- Despite being a thriller, it included subtle social commentary on urban loneliness and relationships.
- The film had a limited theatrical run and later gained attention through television broadcasts.
- Some scenes were inspired by real-life incidents reported in Tamil newspapers during that period.