Durai(2008)
Durai is a 2008 Indian Tamil-language action film directed by A. Venkatesh from a story by Arjun Sarja. The film stars Arjun in a dual role as Raja and Durai, alongside Kirat Bhattal, Gajala, Suma Guha, Vivek, and Vincent Asokan. The plot follows a man with amnesia who works as a cook's helper, but violent flashbacks reveal his true identity as a man seeking revenge for his family's murder. The music was composed by D. Imman and includes a remix of Ilaiyaraaja's 'Raja Rajathi'. The film received mixed reviews, with critics praising Arjun's stunts but noting the weak story. It was released in theaters on October 1, 2008.
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- Theatrical Release
- 1 October 2008
- Director
- A. Venkatesh
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 58m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
A man named Raja lives with no memory of his past, working as a helper for a cook. When a fight triggers his memory, he discovers he is Durai, a man whose family was killed by a corrupt politician. Now he must find the truth and bring the killer to justice.
“A forgotten past, a deadly revenge”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Durai
Cast reunions in this film: Arjun & D. Imman (7 films together), Vivek & D. Imman (6 films together), Vivek & Arjun (4 films together), Vivek & A. Venkatesh (3 films together), Vivek & Vincent Asokan (2 films together), and Arjun & A. Venkatesh (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's director A. Venkatesh is known for directing many action films in the 1990s and 2000s, often starring Arjun.
- Actor Arjun performed his own stunts for several action sequences, continuing his reputation for doing risky scenes.
- Comedian Vivek's character name 'Arusuvai Ambi' references the Tamil word for 'six tastes', tying to his cook role.
- The movie was shot in various locations across Tamil Nadu, including Chennai and some rural settings.
- This was one of the few Tamil films from that period to feature actress Gajala, who primarily worked in Telugu cinema.
- The plot involving amnesia was a popular trope in early 2000s Tamil action movies, similar to other films of the era.
- Despite being an action film, it included a significant comedy track with Vivek to cater to family audiences.