Dhaam Dhoom(2008)
Dhaam Dhoom is a 2008 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film directed by Jeeva. It stars Jayam Ravi as a doctor framed for murder in Moscow and Kangana Ranaut as his lawyer. The plot follows an innocent man caught in a web of crime and corruption after a drug smuggler is found dead. The film is a remake of the 1997 American film Red Corner. It was noted for its high production values and international shooting locations. The movie received mixed reviews but was praised for its performances and visual style. It was released in theaters on August 15, 2008.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube, Eros Now
- Theatrical Release
- 29 August 2008
- Director
- Jeeva
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 35m
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
A young Tamil doctor travels to Moscow for a medical conference. He wakes up next to a dead drug smuggler and is arrested for her murder. With no memory of the night, he must prove his innocence. A fearless lawyer takes his case and uncovers a dangerous conspiracy.
“One wrong night can change everything”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Dhaam Dhoom
Cast reunions in this film: Nizhalgal Ravi & Jeeva (3 films together), Srinath & Jeeva (3 films together), Srinath & Harris Jayaraj (3 films together), Jeeva & Harris Jayaraj (3 films together), Harris Jayaraj & Janaki Sabesh (3 films together), and Jayam Ravi & Jayaram (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was shot in Russia, making it one of the earliest Tamil films to have extensive foreign location shoots there.
- Director Jeeva also served as the cinematographer, a dual role he was known for in several of his films.
- Actress Laila, who played the female lead, was pregnant during the shooting, which was written into her character's storyline.
- The movie's title 'Dhaam Dhoom' is a playful twist on the popular phrase 'dhum dhadaka', often associated with action and noise.
- The film faced delays in release partly due to the sudden illness of lead actor Jayam Ravi during production.
- It features a cameo appearance by actor Silambarasan, who performed a promotional song for the film.
- The soundtrack by Harris Jayaraj included a remix of the classic Ilaiyaraaja tune 'Nila Kaigiradhu' from the film 'Devar Magan'.