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Kannai Nambathey(2023)

6.2/10
Tamil•133 mins•direct-to-OTT•

The lead roles in a crime film directed by MU Maran are played by Udhayanidhi Stalin and Aathmika.

Director:Mu Maran
Mood:
suspensefuldarkemotional
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Where to watch:
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Netflix
OTT Release Date
1 October 2023
Theatrical Release
17 March 2023
Director
Mu Maran
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 13m
Rating
6.2/10

Storyline

A man gets tangled in a crime he had nothing to do with. He tries to cleverly cover it up on a friend's advice. His attempt to free himself risks exposing a far bigger conspiracy.

“A simple cover-up. A dangerous conspiracy.”

Film Details

6.2Rating
133Minutes
TamilLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date17 March 2023
Release Typedirect-to-OTT
Also Known AsKannai Nambathey · Kannai Nambaathey

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

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₹149 / monthAvailable from 1 Oct 2023
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Vibe & Tags

Mood
suspensefuldarkemotional
Themes
survivalcorruptionjusticefriendship
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion3
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

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Pazha KaruppaiahMinister Alavandhan
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Aathmika, Actor in Kannai Nambathey
AathmikaHeroine
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Ajmal Ameer, Actor in Kannai Nambathey
Ajmal AmeerSupporting Actor
→#4
Mahima Nambiar, Actor in Kannai Nambathey
Mahima NambiarSupporting Actor
→#5
Vidya Pradeep, Actor in Kannai Nambathey
Vidya PradeepSupporting Actor
→#6
Prasanna, Actor in Kannai Nambathey
PrasannaSomu
→#7
Srikanth, Actor in Kannai Nambathey
SrikanthIlamaran
→#8
Vasundhara Kashyap, Actor in Kannai Nambathey
Vasundhara KashyapVasunthara
→#9
G. Gnanasambandam, Actor in Kannai Nambathey
G. GnanasambandamArunachalam
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Udhayanidhi Stalin, Actor in Kannai Nambathey
Udhayanidhi StalinHero
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Mu MaranDirector
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S
Sam CSMusic Director
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#13
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V. N. Ranjith KumarCrew
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Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Kannai Nambathey

Cast reunions in this film: Sathish & G. Gnanasambandam (3 films together), and Udhayanidhi Stalin & Sathish (2 films together).

Sathish
SathishActor
3rd time
G. Gnanasambandam
G. GnanasambandamActor
Sathish × G. Gnanasambandam — 3 films together →
Udhayanidhi Stalin
Udhayanidhi StalinActor
2nd time
Sathish
SathishActor
Udhayanidhi Stalin × Sathish — 2 films together →

Trivia

  • The film's director Mu. Maran is also a popular YouTuber known for his channel 'Maran Muthu' which focuses on film analysis.
  • The movie was shot extensively in and around Chennai, using real apartment complexes to create a grounded, urban atmosphere.
  • Actor Prasanna, who plays a key role, had to undergo a specific physical transformation for his character's introduction scene.
  • The title 'Kannai Nambathe' translates to 'Don't Trust the Eye', which is a central theme of the plot's many deceptions.
  • This was one of the first major Tamil films released in 2023 to blend a crime thriller narrative with dark comedic elements.
  • The screenplay was partly inspired by real-life news stories about ordinary people getting entangled in unexpected criminal situations.
  • The film's climax sequence required multiple night shoots over a week to achieve the specific lighting and tension.

Frequently Asked Questions

News & Stories

Kannai Nambathey - Official Trailer | Udhayanidhi Stalin | Prasanna | Srikanth | Mu Maaran

Presenting the official trailer of 'Kannai Nambathey' starring Udhayanidhi Stalin, Aathmika, Srikanth & Others. Directed by Mu Maran. Music composed by Siddhu Kumar.

20/3/2023
Kannai Nambathey Movie stills!
Kannai Nambathey Movie stills!
17/3/2023