Naan Avanillai(2007)
Naan Avan Illai is a 2007 Indian Tamil-language romantic crime thriller film directed by Selvaa. The film stars Jeevan in the lead role, with Sneha, Namitha, Malavika, Jyothirmayi, and Keerthi Chawla playing his love interests. It follows a man who marries and cheats multiple women under different identities, and his trial in court. The film is a remake of the 1974 Tamil film of the same name, which was based on the Marathi play To Mee Navhech. Critics praised its fast-paced narrative and Jeevan's performance. The film was released on 20 April 2007.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 20 April 2007
- Director
- Selva
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
A charming conman marries wealthy women using fake identities, steals their money and jewelry, then disappears. When he is finally caught, he claims to be a simple village man named Annamalai. In court, he says 'I am not him' to every charge. Can the police prove he is the fraudster?
“Who is the real conman?”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Naan Avanillai
Cast reunions in this film: Livingston & D. Imman (6 films together), Livingston & Mayilsamy (5 films together), D. Imman & Mayilsamy (5 films together), Selva & D. Imman (4 films together), Sneha & D. Imman (3 films together), and Livingston & Vijay Antony (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film is a remake of a 1974 Tamil classic, which itself was a remake of a 1962 Marathi film.
- Director Selva cast actor Jeevan in the lead role originally made famous by legendary actor Gemini Ganesan.
- The movie features five different heroines, each representing a distinct relationship storyline for the protagonist.
- Shooting began in late 2006 and was completed relatively quickly for a release in April 2007.
- The film's title translates to 'I Am Not Him,' hinting at the protagonist's deceptive identity throughout the plot.
- It was one of the few Tamil films at the time to feature actress Sneha in a prominent role alongside several other leading actresses.
- The original 1974 version was a major hit, which created significant pre-release buzz for this remake.