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O2(2022)

6.4/10
Tamil120 minsdirect-to-OTT

O2 (2022) is a 120-minute Tamil film directed by G. S. Viknesh. Starring Rithvik, Barath Neelakantan and Nayanthara. With a rating of 6.4/10 reflecting mixed audience reception and a average box office verdict at the box office.

Director:G. S. Viknesh
Mood:
suspensefulemotionalintense
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
JioHotstar
OTT Release Date
1 January 2023
Theatrical Release
17 June 2022
Director
G. S. Viknesh
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h
Rating
6.4/10

Storyline

A mother and her son get trapped in a tunnel with other people. Their oxygen is running out, and she must fight to keep her son and his vital oxygen supply safe.

Trapped underground, a mother's last breath fights for her son.

Film Details

6.4Rating
120Minutes
TamilLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date17 June 2022
Release Typedirect-to-OTT
Also Known AsOxygen · O2: Oxygen

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
suspensefulemotionalintense
Themes
survivalfamilycorruptionjustice
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for O2

Cast reunions in this film: Nayantara & Aadukalam Murugadoss (2 films together).

Trivia

  • The film was shot in a real tunnel in Kerala, which added to the authentic claustrophobic feel.
  • Director GS Viknesh previously worked as an assistant director on the Tamil film 'Kavan'.
  • The movie's title 'O2' refers to the chemical symbol for oxygen, central to the plot's survival theme.
  • It was released directly on Disney+ Hotstar, skipping a theatrical release in many regions.
  • The film uses minimal background music to heighten the tension and realism of the trapped setting.
  • Actress Nayanthara was initially considered for the lead role before it went to Anikha Surendran.
  • The story is inspired by real-life incidents of people getting trapped in confined spaces, though it is fictionalized.

Frequently Asked Questions