Silambattam(2008)
Silambattam is a 2008 Indian Tamil-language masala action film written and directed by S. Saravanan in his directorial debut. The film stars Silambarasan in a dual role as father Tamizharasan and son Vichu, alongside Prabhu, Sneha, and Sana Khan. The story follows Vichu, a passive village priest raised by his grandfather, who is forced to confront his violent family history after a temple incident. The film features music by Yuvan Shankar Raja, with the song 'Where Is the Party' becoming a chart-topping hit. Critical reception was mixed, with praise for the music but criticism of the formulaic plot. The film won three Isaiaruvi Tamil Music Awards and Kanal Kannan won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Stunt Coordinator. Silambattam was released on 12 December 2008 by Lakshmi Movie Makers.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube, Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 18 December 2008
- Director
- S Saravanan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 46m
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
Vichu is a quiet village priest who never fights back. His grandfather raised him to be passive to hide a dark family secret. When thugs attack a stranger near the temple, Vichu reveals his hidden fighting skills. Now he must uncover his father's past and face a powerful enemy seeking revenge.
“The priest who fights back.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Silambattam
Cast reunions in this film: Santhanam & Manobala (21 films together), Santhanam & Yuvan Shankar Raja (15 films together), Santhanam & Silambarasan (13 films together), Santhanam & Prabhu (9 films together), Prabhu & Manobala (8 films together), and Prabhu & Yuvan Shankar Raja (7 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Silambattam' refers to a traditional Tamil martial art using a staff, which is showcased in the climax fight.
- Director S. Saravanan is the son of veteran actor Sivakumar, making this a debut for a star kid behind the camera.
- The movie was shot extensively in Pollachi and surrounding villages to capture authentic rural Tamil Nadu landscapes.
- Silambattam was released alongside another big Tamil film, 'Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu', affecting its initial box office performance.
- Actress Sneha played a dual role, portraying both the mother and love interest of the protagonist, played by Silambarasan.
- The soundtrack by Yuvan Shankar Raja included a folk-inspired song 'Kadhal Vandhale' that became popular in rural areas.
- A real silambam expert was hired to train the actors for the action sequences to ensure realistic fight movements.
