Mercury Pookkal(2006)
Mercury Pookkal is a 2006 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film written and directed by S. S. Stanley. The film stars Srikanth as Karthik, an ambitious MCA student, and Meera Jasmine as Anbu Selvi, a free-spirited village girl. The story follows two young people forced into an arranged marriage who initially plan to separate but gradually fall in love. Their relationship faces challenges from family pressure, misunderstandings, and class differences. The film was advertised as being similar to the classic Tamil film Missiamma. Critics praised the lead performances but noted flaws in the narration and ending. The music was composed by Karthik Raja with lyrics by Pa. Vijay. The film was released on 12 March 2006.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- JioHotstar, Sun NXT, Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 17 March 2006
- Director
- S. S. Stanley
- Language
- Tamil
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
Karthik is a hardworking MCA student who is forced to marry Anbu Selvi, a playful village girl. Both want to escape the marriage and make a secret pact to separate later. But living together changes everything. They start to fall in love, but a misunderstanding tears them apart. Now they must fight their families and their own pride to be together.
“Love blooms even in the hardest soil”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Mercury Pookkal
Cast reunions in this film: Srikanth & S. S. Stanley (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Mercury Pookkal' refers to a specific type of flower, but its symbolic connection to the plot is not explicitly explained.
- Director S. S. Stanley is better known for his work in Telugu cinema, making this a rare Tamil directorial venture.
- The movie was shot extensively in and around Trichy, capturing the local college atmosphere and landmarks.
- Actor Nakul, who played the lead, was primarily known for romantic roles, but this film had a more family-oriented, comedic tone.
- The soundtrack by composer Vidyasagar included a popular song 'Kangal Irandal', which became a hit on local music channels.
- Despite the cast including known actors like Vadivelu for comedy, the film had a very limited theatrical run and low box office collections.
- The plot's conflict between urban and rural family values was a common theme in mid-2000s Tamil cinema, but this film approached it with a lighter touch.