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Subramaniapuram(2008)

7.7/10
Tamil165 minstheatrical

Subramaniapuram is a 2008 Indian Tamil-language gangster action drama film written, produced, and directed by M. Sasikumar. The film stars Jai, Sasikumar, Swathi Reddy, and 'Ganja' Karuppu. Set in the 1980s in the Madurai suburb of Subramaniapuram, the story follows five friends whose lives unravel after a robbery turns into murder. The film is noted for its raw, realistic portrayal of friendship, greed, and violence. It received critical acclaim for its direction, performances, and authentic period setting. Subramaniapuram was released on 4 April 2008 and became a cult classic in Tamil cinema.

Director:M. Sasikumar
Filmed In:Madurai, Tamil Nadu
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful

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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Sun Nxt, Eros Now, Prime Video, Airtel Xstream Play, Plex, Simply South
Theatrical Release
4 July 2008
Director
M. Sasikumar
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 45m
Rating
7.7/10

Storyline

Five carefree friends in 1980s Madurai plan a robbery to get easy money. The crime goes wrong and a man is killed. As the police close in, trust breaks and violence erupts. One friend must choose between loyalty and survival.

One crime. Five friends. Zero mercy.

Film Details

7.7Rating
165Minutes
TamilLanguage
ACertificate
Release Date4 July 2008
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsAnanthapuram 1980 · Subramaniyapuram
Filmed InMadurai, Tamil Nadu

Parental Guide

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

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Vibe & Tags

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

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Subramaniapuram

Cast reunions in this film: M. Sasikumar & Samuthirakani (12 films together), Samuthirakani & Ganja Karuppu (6 films together), M. Sasikumar & S. R. Kathir (5 films together), Samuthirakani & S. R. Kathir (4 films together), M. Sasikumar & Ganja Karuppu (3 films together), and M. Sasikumar & Swati Reddy (2 films together).

Trivia

  • The film was shot in just 28 days, mostly in the real locations of Madurai.
  • Director M. Sasikumar also played a key role as one of the five friends in the movie.
  • The film's title refers to a real, old neighbourhood in Madurai known for its rowdy history.
  • The famous song 'Kangal Irandal' was shot in a single, unbroken three-minute take.
  • Many first-time actors were cast, with some being the director's own friends from Madurai.
  • The film's raw violence and local slang started a new wave of realistic Tamil cinema.
  • It was made on a very small budget but became a major commercial success.

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