Thirupathi(2006)
Thirupathi is a 2006 Indian Tamil-language vigilante masala film written and directed by Perarasu. It stars Ajith Kumar as Thirupathi and Sadha as Priya, with Arun Pandian, Riyaz Khan, and Sampath Raj in supporting roles. The story follows Thirupathi, a man who seeks justice after his pregnant sister dies due to a corrupt doctor. The doctor turns out to be the brother of Thirupathi's best friend, creating a conflict between loyalty and revenge. Produced by AVM Productions, the film was their 167th production. It was released on April 14, 2006. Despite mixed critical reviews, Perarasu won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Story Writer. The music was composed by Bharadwaj.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 14 April 2006
- Director
- Perarasu
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 37m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
Thirupathi's pregnant sister dies because a corrupt doctor ignores her. The doctor is the brother of Thirupathi's best friend, Soori. Thirupathi wants to punish the doctor. Soori tries to protect his brother. The two friends become enemies. Thirupathi must fight his way through betrayal and violence to get justice for his sister.
“A brother's love. A friend's betrayal.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Thirupathi
Cast reunions in this film: M. S. Bhaskar & Livingston (5 films together), Sampath Raj & Livingston (4 films together), M. S. Bhaskar & Anthony (4 films together), Ajith Kumar & Bharadwaj (3 films together), M. S. Bhaskar & Perarasu (3 films together), and Livingston & Saravanan (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title was originally planned to be 'Thirupathi Ezhumalai', linking it to the director's previous hit 'Thirupachi' and the actor's character name.
- A major action sequence was shot at the real-life Egmore Railway Station in Chennai, requiring special permission and coordination.
- The film's soundtrack, composed by Srikanth Deva, includes a folk-inspired song 'Adadaa Mazhaida' that became popular in rural areas.
- This was one of the few films where actor Vijayakanth played a full-length negative role as the main antagonist.
- The climax fight was filmed over 15 days using elaborate sets and a large number of junior artists to depict a mass uprising.
- Director Perarasu reused the name 'Thirupathi' for the hero, continuing a naming trend from his earlier Vijay-starrer 'Thirupachi'.
- Despite mixed reviews, the film had a strong opening in Tamil Nadu due to Vijayakanth's fan following and the director's mass appeal.