
Vellai Yaanai(2021)
Tamil127 mins
Vellai Yaanai (2021) is a 127-minute Tamil film directed by Subramaniam Siva. Starring Samuthirakani, Yogi Babu and Aathmiya. With an audience rating of 6.3/10, Vellai Yaanai stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2021.
Director:Subramaniam Siva
Mood:
emotionaldarkinspiring
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 19 August 2021
- Director
- Subramaniam Siva
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 7m
- GudVibe Rating
- 6.3/10
Storyline
A farmer and his village take out a loan for their crops. When drought and low crop prices hit, they fall into debt. Some farmers move to the city to find work, struggling to pay back what they owe and questioning their future in farming.
“A village's debt. A desperate journey. Can hope survive?”
Film Details
6.3Rating
127Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date19 August 2021
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionaldarkinspiring
Themes
survivalcorruptionfamilyjustice
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfamily
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
6.3/10Rating
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film's title 'Vellai Yaanai' translates to 'White Elephant', symbolising a costly burden, much like the farmers' debt.
- Director Subramaniam Siva also wrote the screenplay, drawing inspiration from real-life farmer suicides in Tamil Nadu.
- The movie was shot on location in rural Tamil Nadu to authentically depict village life and farming struggles.
- It was produced by director Ameer, known for his socially conscious films, who supported the project to highlight agrarian issues.
- The film's release was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, eventually premiering directly on a streaming platform.
- Actor Vela Ramamoorthy, who plays a key role, is known for his realistic portrayals of rural characters in Tamil cinema.
- The story mirrors the 2017 Tamil Nadu farmers' protest, where farmers demanded loan waivers and better crop prices.



