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Dharala Prabhu(2020)

7.0/10
Tamil152 mins

Dharala Prabhu (2020) is a 152-minute Tamil film directed by Krishna Marimuthu. Starring Vivek, Inno Genga and Harish Kalyan. With an audience rating of 7.0/10 and a hit verdict at the box office, Dharala Prabhu stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2020.

Mood:
funnyemotionaluplifting
Where to watch:
YOYouTube Moviesfrom 13 Mar 2020

Quick Facts

Streaming on
YouTube Movies
OTT Release Date
13 March 2020
Theatrical Release
13 March 2020
Director
Krishna Marimuthu
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 32m
GudVibe Rating
7.0/10

Storyline

A young man named Prabhu agrees to donate sperm for quick cash at a fertility clinic. He doesn't realize this choice will have unexpected consequences for his life later on.

A simple choice. A lifetime of surprises.

Film Details

7.0Rating
152Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date13 March 2020
Also Known AsTharala Prabhu · Dhaarala Prabhu · Dharala Prabu

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
funnyemotionaluplifting
Themes
familyloveidentityfriendship
Tonewhimsical
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitylight
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence1
Emotion3
Humor4
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film is a Tamil remake of the 2012 Hindi film 'Vicky Donor', which was also about sperm donation.
  • Director Krishna Marimuthu previously worked as an assistant director to famous director Mani Ratnam on several projects.
  • The film's lead actor, Harish Kalyan, had to undergo a specific look test to ensure he fit the youthful and energetic character of Prabhu.
  • It was one of the early Tamil films to have a direct digital release on an OTT platform, skipping theaters due to the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns.
  • The movie features a cameo appearance by actor Vivek Prasanna, who played a key role in the original Hindi version.
  • The soundtrack was composed by Gopi Sundar, marking one of his few works in Tamil cinema at the time.
  • Despite its sensitive subject, the film was promoted as a light-hearted family comedy to reach a wider audience.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Dharala Prabhu

Frequently Asked Questions