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Dharmapuri(2006)

5.8/10
Tamil132 mins

Dharmapuri (2006) is a 132-minute Tamil film directed by Perarasu. Starring Vijayakanth, Lakshmi Rai and M. S. Bhaskar. With an audience rating of 5.8/10, Dharmapuri stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2006.

Director:Perarasu
Mood:
emotionalinspiringdark
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
20 October 2006
Director
Perarasu
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 12m
GudVibe Rating
5.8/10

Storyline

Sivaram lives in exile with his parents. His father, Meiyappan, is a village head who believes in traditional crafts. To protect the village from big builders, he donates his own land to encourage people to make pottery instead of selling out.

A village fights to protect its land and legacy.

Film Details

5.8Rating
132Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date20 October 2006
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalinspiringdark
Themes
familycorruptionjusticesurvival
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withfamily
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title was changed from 'Dharmapuri' to 'Thimiru' for release in Kerala due to a naming conflict with another movie.
  • Director Perarasu reused the same basic plot structure from his earlier hit 'Thirupaachi' for this film.
  • This was one of the last major theatrical releases for veteran actor Vijayakumar before his passing in 2009.
  • The movie's climax was filmed in a specially constructed large set to depict the village's pot-making industry.
  • Despite its rural setting, the film featured a promotional song shot in a lavish Bangkok hotel.
  • It marked a rare 2000s collaboration between Vijayakanth and music composer Srikanth Deva.
  • The film underperformed at the box office, ending Perarasu's successful streak with Vijayakanth after 'Thirupaachi'.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Dharmapuri

Frequently Asked Questions