Agaram(2007)
Agaram is a 2007 Indian Tamil-language action film written and directed by T. Nagarajan. The film stars Nandaa as Thiru, Archana as Preethi, and Biju Menon as the antagonist Varma. It follows a young Airtel employee who moves into a new house in Tuticorin with his mother, grandmother, and sister after his father's death. His life turns into a nightmare when he argues with the brother of a waterfront mafia don during local elections. The don swears to kill him but grants him a four-day reprieve until the elections end. The film features a soundtrack by Yuvan Shankar Raja and supporting performances by Vivek, Seetha, and Raj Kapoor. Despite being announced shortly after Nandaa's debut in 2002, its release was delayed and it eventually failed at the box office. Critics noted the credible plot but criticized the predictable and formulaic treatment. The film's title references the first letter of the Tamil alphabet, symbolizing a new beginning.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 16 February 2007
- Director
- T. Nagarajan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 17m
- Rating
- 6.3/10
Storyline
Thiru moves to Tuticorin with his family after his father dies. He hopes for a peaceful life in their new home. But a heated argument with a mafia don's brother puts everyone in danger. The don gives Thiru four days to live. Thiru must find a way to save his family before time runs out.
“Four days to live. One family to save.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Agaram
Cast reunions in this film: Vivek & Yuvan Shankar Raja (9 films together), Vivek & Ilavarasu (5 films together), Ilavarasu & Raj Kapoor (5 films together), Ilavarasu & Yuvan Shankar Raja (4 films together), Sukumari & Vivek (3 films together), and Vivek & Raj Kapoor (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film's director Nagarajan T was a former assistant to director Ameer, known for his gritty films.
- Actor Sampath Raj, who plays a key antagonist, was primarily a theatre artist before this film.
- The movie's title 'Agaram' translates to 'First Step', symbolising the protagonist's new beginning in the city.
- It was shot extensively in the neighbourhoods of Chennai to capture a realistic urban atmosphere.
- The film had a limited theatrical release and is more recognised through later television broadcasts.
- Composer Dharan Kumar, who did the music, was relatively new to the industry at the time.
- The story contrasts traditional family values with the harsh realities of city life and crime.