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Maha Nadigan(2004)

5.5/10
Tamil145 mins

Maha Nadigan (2004) is a 145-minute Tamil film directed by Sakthi Chidambaram. Starring Raj Kapoor, Visu and Manikka Vinayagam. With an audience rating of 5.5/10, Maha Nadigan stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2004.

Mood:
darkemotionalinspiring
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
3 December 2004
Director
Sakthi Chidambaram
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 25m
GudVibe Rating
5.5/10

Storyline

A man begins his career as a movie extra and cleverly works his way up to become a famous star. His growing fame then leads him to join a new political party.

From extra to superstar, then into politics.

Film Details

5.5Rating
145Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date3 December 2004
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalinspiring
Themes
corruptionidentityjusticesurvival
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfriends
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Maha Nadigan' translates to 'Great Actor', directly reflecting the protagonist's journey in the film industry.
  • Director Sakthi Chidambaram is also a well-known dialogue writer, having worked on many successful films before this directorial venture.
  • Actor Vijayakumar, who plays a key role, was a major star in the 1970s and 1980s, adding a layer of real-life industry veteran presence.
  • The movie's plot about an extra becoming a star and then a politician mirrors the real-life career arcs of several Tamil film personalities.
  • The film was released during a period when many Tamil films were exploring the direct link between cinema stardom and political power.
  • Despite its dramatic premise, the film did not achieve major commercial success at the box office upon its release.
  • The soundtrack was composed by Srikanth Deva, continuing his early 2000s collaboration with director Sakthi Chidambaram.

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