Gambeeram(2004)
Gambeeram (2004) is a Tamil-language action film written and directed by Suresh. The film stars R. Sarathkumar as ACP Muthusamy, Laila as Vijayalakshmi, and Vadivelu as PC Oomathurai. The story follows a fearless police officer who battles a corrupt Union Minister and his criminal network in Chennai. The film was a major commercial success and praised for Sarathkumar's performance. Critics noted its energetic action sequences and Vadivelu's comic relief. The soundtrack was composed by Mani Sharma. The film released in March 2004.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 5 March 2004
- Director
- Suresh
- Language
- Tamil
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
ACP Muthusamy is an honest cop raising his daughter alone after his wife dies. He faces a powerful Union Minister who controls crime in Chennai. When the minister kidnaps his daughter, Muthusamy must risk everything to save her and bring the criminal to justice.
“Bravery has no limits”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Gambeeram
Cast reunions in this film: Tanikella Bharani & Mani Sharma (15 films together), Vadivelu & Pandu (11 films together), Sarath Kumar & Vadivelu (10 films together), Sarath Kumar & Pandu (6 films together), Pandu & Mani Sharma (6 films together), and Vadivelu & Mani Sharma (4 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Gambeeram' is a Tamil word meaning 'seriousness' or 'gravity', reflecting the protagonist's intense character.
- Director AR. Suresh was known for action films and this was his second collaboration with actor Sarath Kumar after 'Vallarasu'.
- The movie was shot extensively in and around Chennai, including the popular Napier Bridge area for key scenes.
- Actress Laila, who played the female lead, was a popular star in Telugu and Tamil films during the early 2000s.
- The film's soundtrack was composed by Srikanth Deva, continuing his work with director AR. Suresh from previous projects.
- This was one of several 2000s Tamil action films critiquing political corruption, a common theme of the era.
- Actor Sarath Kumar performed many of his own stunts in the film, drawing on his background in athletics and bodybuilding.