Anniyan(2005)
Anniyan (transl. Stranger) is a 2005 Indian Tamil-language psychological action thriller film directed by S. Shankar and produced by V. Ravichandran. The film stars Vikram as a meek law-abiding lawyer who develops dissociative identity disorder, creating two other identities: a playboy fashion model and a murderous vigilante who punishes corruption. The cast also includes Sadha, Prakash Raj, Vivek, Nedumudi Venu, and Nassar. The story follows Ambi's struggle with his multiple personalities as he seeks love and justice in a corrupt society. The film was praised for its technical achievements, including the use of time-slice photography and elaborate set pieces. It won the National Film Award for Best Special Effects and eight Filmfare Awards South. Anniyan was released on 17 June 2005 and became a major commercial success.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Zee5, Sun Nxt, Prime Video, Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 10 June 2005
- Director
- Shankar
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 3h 1m
- Rating
- 7.6/10
Storyline
A straight-laced lawyer named Ambi is fed up with the corruption and apathy around him. His suppressed anger creates a vigilante alter ego named Anniyan, who kills corrupt people using ancient punishments. Meanwhile, his third personality, Remo, wins the heart of the woman he loves. As the police close in, Ambi must confront his inner demons and find a way to balance love and justice.
“He who comes from hell is not afraid of hot ashes.”
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Anniyan
Cast reunions in this film: Charlie & Charle (102 films together), Nassar & Prakash Raj (41 films together), Nassar & Charlie (29 films together), Vivek & Nassar (23 films together), Nassar & Charle (18 films together), and Vivek & Prakash Raj (11 films together).
Trivia
- The film's original title was 'Aparichithudu', which was later changed to 'Anniyan'.
- Vikram's transformation into the three distinct characters involved over 100 hours of prosthetic work.
- The film's climax was shot in a real-life replica of the Brihadeeswarar Temple built for the movie.
- Composer Harris Jayaraj used a 100-piece orchestra for the film's background score.
- The character Remo was inspired by the metrosexual fashion trends of the early 2000s.
- The film faced legal issues for allegedly depicting the Tamil Nadu police in a negative light.
- Anniyan was one of the first Tamil films to extensively use CGI for action sequences.