
Chennai Kadhal(2006)
Chennai Kadhal is a 2006 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy film written and directed by Vikraman. The film stars Bharath and Genelia D'Souza in the lead roles. It follows Gautham, a college dropout, who falls in love with Narmada, the daughter of a powerful mobster. The story is set in Chennai and explores the conflict between love and family opposition. The film was produced by Kalaipuli S. Thanu under the V Creations banner. It received mixed to positive reviews for its performances and music. The soundtrack was composed by Joshua Sridhar. The film was also released in Telugu under the same title.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Prime Video, Einthusan, Simply South
- Theatrical Release
- 8 December 2006
- Director
- Vikraman
- Language
- Tamil
- Rating
- 5.8/10
Storyline
A college dropout named Gautham falls in love with Narmada, a girl from a wealthy family. But her father is a dangerous gangster who will do anything to keep them apart. Gautham must prove his love is real or lose Narmada forever.
“Love against all odds”
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Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Chennai Kadhal
Cast reunions in this film: Bharath & Radha Ravi (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Chennai Kaadhal' but was released as 'Chennai Kadhal'.
- This was Genelia D'Souza's Tamil debut after her successful Telugu film 'Bommarillu' the same year.
- Director Vikraman is known for family dramas, and this was his rare attempt at a city-based youthful love story.
- The song 'Kadhal Vandhale' was shot in Bangkok, a location uncommon for Tamil films at that time.
- Actor Bharath, known for boy-next-door roles, played a college dropout character for the first time.
- The film's climax was shot in a single schedule at a large bungalow set to maintain continuity.
- Despite mixed reviews, the soundtrack by Vidyasagar became popular, especially among younger audiences.