
Viduthalai(2023)
Tamil160 mins
Viduthalai (2023) is a 160-minute Tamil film directed by Vetrimaaran. Starring Rajiv Menon, Vijay Sethupathi and Soori. With an audience rating of 8.1/10 and a moderate performer, 35+ crores verdict at the box office, Viduthalai stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2023.
Director:Vetrimaaran
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Where to watch:
PPrimefrom 1 Oct 2023
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Prime Video
- OTT Release Date
- 1 October 2023
- Theatrical Release
- 31 March 2023
- Director
- Vetrimaaran
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 40m
- GudVibe Rating
- 8.1/10
Storyline
A young police officer joins a mission to capture the leader of a separatist group. The group is fighting against the police for committing violence against village women.
“A rookie cop. A rebel leader. A dangerous hunt begins.”
Film Details
8.1Rating
160Minutes
TamilLanguage
ACertificate
Release Date31 March 2023
Release Typedirect-to-OTT
Also Known Asవిడుదల : పార్ట్ 1
Parental Guide
Violence
High
Language
Moderate
Sex / Nudity
Moderate
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
High
Vibe & Tags
Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
corruptionjusticesurvivalidentity
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
8.1/10Rating
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Cast & Crew
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Trivia
- The film's climax was shot in a single, unbroken 20-minute take, requiring intense coordination between the actors and crew.
- Director Vetrimaaran cast real-life villagers and former militants as extras to add authenticity to the protest scenes.
- The movie's title 'Viduthalai' means 'liberation' in Tamil, reflecting the central theme of the story.
- Actor Soori, known for comedy roles, underwent rigorous physical training to play the serious lead role of Kumaresan.
- The film is based on a short story called 'Thunaivan' by writer Jeyamohan, who also co-wrote the screenplay.
- To achieve a gritty look, the cinematographer used natural lighting and handheld cameras for many scenes.
- The movie faced delays in release due to censorship challenges related to its portrayal of police and political themes.
Notable Collaborations
Frequent partnerships reunited in Viduthalai
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Actor-PWD Minister Ilavarasu6 films →
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Actor-PWD Minister Ilavarasu2 films →
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