Neranja Manasu(2004)
Neranja Manasu is a 2004 Indian Tamil-language action drama film written and directed by P. Samuthirakani. The film stars Vijayakanth as Ayyanar, a kind-hearted village leader, alongside newcomer Susan and Mahima. The story follows Ayyanar's fight against corruption and violence in the lawless village of Suryakudi in Madurai district. Sampath Raj appears in his first acting role, playing two characters: the father Irulaiah and the son Sivanandi. The music was composed by Karthik Raja. The film was shot primarily in Kadappadi, a village near Pollachi. It was released on 11 November 2004 during Diwali but did not perform well commercially. Critics noted the film's old storyline but praised its treatment and Sampath Raj's performance as the antagonist.
Neranja Manasu is streaming on Sun NXT and Amazon Prime Video (Eros Now channel).
Where to watch:Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, Amazon Prime Video (Eros Now channel)
- Theatrical Release
- 5 November 2004
- Director
- Samuthirakani
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
Ayyanar is a respected leader in Suryakudi, a village where everyone steals to survive. He wants to change the village for the better. But his cousin Sivanandi, released from prison after 20 years, wants revenge. Corruption, murder, and a fight for justice force Ayyanar to choose between violence and forgiveness.
“A brimming heart can change everything.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Neranja Manasu
Cast reunions in this film: Senthil & Manorama (41 films together), Senthil & Vinu Chakravarthy (31 films together), Senthil & Vijayakanth (28 films together), Jayaprakash & Nassar (14 films together), Nassar & Senthil (13 films together), and Manorama & Vinu Chakravarthy (13 films together).
Trivia
- This was the directorial debut of actor Samuthirakani, who is better known for his acting roles.
- The film's title 'Neranja Manasu' translates to 'Wet Heart', symbolising emotional vulnerability.
- It was shot primarily in rural Tamil Nadu to capture authentic village settings and atmosphere.
- The story explores themes of prophecy and revenge, common in early 2000s Tamil action dramas.
- Actor Livingston, known for comic roles, played a serious character as Sivanandi in this film.
- The movie had a limited theatrical release and is not widely available on streaming platforms today.
- Music was composed by Srikanth Deva, continuing his work in the action-drama genre during that period.