Suyetchai MLA(2006)
Suyetchai MLA is a 2006 Indian Tamil-language political satire film directed by Guru Dhanapal. The lead cast includes Sathyaraj, Goundamani, Nassar, Prakash Raj, and Thilagan. The story follows Nambirajan, a poor campaign worker for a local MLA, who enters politics after a wealthy landlord insults his family. The film uses humor and drama to critique class inequality and corruption in rural Tamil politics. It was noted for its strong performances and social commentary. The movie was released in 2006 and runs for 2 hours and 25 minutes.
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- Theatrical Release
- 5 May 2006
- Director
- Guru Dhanapal
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 25m 0
Storyline
A poor but honest man named Nambirajan works tirelessly for a local MLA. When his sister falls in love with a rich boy, the boy's wealthy father humiliates Nambirajan because of his poverty. To win respect and save his sister's love, Nambirajan decides to run for MLA himself against the powerful landlord.
“Honesty fights power in the village”
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Suyetchai MLA
Cast reunions in this film: Nassar & Prakash Raj (41 films together), Sathyaraj & Goundamani (31 films together), Sathyaraj & Nassar (20 films together), Nassar & Goundamani (9 films together), Mantra & Raasi (9 films together), and Nassar & Murali (6 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Suyetchai MLA' is a Tamilised version of the phrase 'Such a MLA', playing on the lead's political ambition.
- Director Guru Dhanapal was primarily known as a film editor, and this was one of his few directorial ventures.
- The movie was shot extensively in and around Chennai, using real political rally locations for authenticity.
- Actor Livingston, known for comic roles, played a key supporting character, adding to the film's humour.
- The plot's central conflict, a challenge from a future in-law, is a recurring theme in Tamil cinema of that era.
- Despite its political drama premise, the film was marketed heavily as a comedy to attract family audiences.
- The soundtrack by composer Srikanth Deva included a popular song filmed at a popular Chennai beach.