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Kulasami(2023)

6.0/10
Tamil121 minsdirect-to-OTT

The lead roles in a drama movie directed by Sharavana Shakthi are played by Vimal, Tanya Hope, and Bose Venkat.

Mood:
darkemotionalinspiring

Quick Facts

Streaming on
Tentkotta, Simply South, Prime Video
OTT Release Date
1 October 2023
Theatrical Release
5 May 2023
Director
Saravana Shakthi
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 1m
Rating
6.0/10

Storyline

An auto-rickshaw driver named Soora Sangu is dealing with a painful personal loss. He decides to take a stand and fight against the people who sexually exploit women in his community.

A driver's grief fuels a fight for justice.

Film Details

6.0Rating
121Minutes
TamilLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date5 May 2023
Release Typedirect-to-OTT
Also Known AsKulasamy · Kulasaami · Kulasaamy · Kula samy · Kula saamy · Kula saami

Parental Guide

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

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Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalinspiring
Themes
revengejusticecorruptionfamily
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Kulasami

Cast reunions in this film: Saravana Sakthi & Mahanadhi Shankar (2 films together).

Trivia

  • The director Saravana Sakthi was inspired to write the story after reading about real-life cases of women facing exploitation.
  • Actor Soora Sangu, who plays the lead, is known for his work in short films and this was his first major feature film role.
  • Parts of the film were shot in the busy streets of Chennai to capture the authentic life of an auto-rickshaw driver.
  • The movie's title 'Kulasami' refers to a traditional Tamil term for a family deity, hinting at the protagonist's moral duty.
  • Despite being an action drama, the film includes subtle references to classic Tamil cinema through background posters in scenes.
  • The soundtrack was composed by a relatively new music director, aiming to blend folk rhythms with contemporary sounds.
  • The film faced delays in release due to the COVID-19 pandemic, pushing its completion by several months.

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