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Raavana Kottam(2023)

6.0/10
Tamil122 mins

Raavana Kottam (2023) is a 122-minute Tamil film directed by Vikram Sugumaran. Starring P.L. Thenappan, Anandhi and Prabhu. With an audience rating of 6.0/10 and a moderate performer, 35+ crores verdict at the box office, Raavana Kottam stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2023.

Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Where to watch:
PPrimefrom 1 Oct 2023

Quick Facts

Streaming on
Prime Video
OTT Release Date
1 October 2023
Theatrical Release
12 May 2023
Director
Vikram Sugumaran
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 2m
GudVibe Rating
6.0/10

Storyline

A man and a woman from two different groups fall in love. Their relationship causes conflict between their communities. Unknown to them, local politicians are secretly manipulating the situation for their own gain.

Love sparks a war, but who's pulling the strings?

Film Details

6.0Rating
122Minutes
TamilLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date12 May 2023
Release Typedirect-to-OTT
Also Known AsRavana Kottam

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
lovecorruptionfamilyrevenge
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Raavana Kottam' refers to a real historical site in Tamil Nadu, a temple complex in Chennai dedicated to the demon king Ravana, which is rarely depicted in mainstream cinema.
  • Director Vikram Sugumaran, known for his earlier film 'Kurangu Bommai', spent over two years researching the socio-political dynamics of the Ramnad region to ensure authentic representation.
  • The movie was shot extensively in actual locations across Ramanathapuram district, including remote villages, to capture the raw landscape and local culture accurately.
  • Actor Bharathiraja, a veteran filmmaker himself, makes a special appearance in a pivotal role, marking one of his few acting performances in recent years.
  • The film's climax sequence involved over 500 local residents as extras, many of whom were non-actors from the region, adding to its realistic feel.
  • Despite its 2023 release, the film's script was reportedly completed in 2018, with delays due to funding challenges and the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The soundtrack features a folk song composed by N. R. Raghunanthan, which uses traditional instruments like the urumi and tharai, reflecting the local musical heritage of Ramnad.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Raavana Kottam

Frequently Asked Questions