
Kaadhal(2004)
Tamil150 mins
Kaadhal (2004) is a 150-minute Tamil film directed by Balaji Sakthivel . Starring Kadhal Dhandapani, Sandhya and Bharath. With an audience rating of 8.1/10, Kaadhal stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2004.
Director:Balaji Sakthivel
Mood:
emotionaldarksuspenseful
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 17 December 2004
- Director
- Balaji Sakthivel
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- GudVibe Rating
- 8.1/10
Storyline
A hardworking scooter mechanic in Madurai catches the attention of a wealthy schoolgirl. Her intense infatuation leads her to convince him to run away with her, defying her family's strict plans for her future.
“When love defies a world of difference.”
Film Details
8.1Rating
150Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date17 December 2004
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsKadhal · Premisthe
Parental Guide
Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionaldarksuspenseful
Themes
lovefamilyidentitycorruption
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
8.1/10Rating
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Cast & Crew
#1







Kadhal DhandapaniRajendran
→#2
SandhyaAishwarya
→#3
Kaadhal SugumarActor
→#4
BharathMurugan
→#5S
SridharActor
→#6
#7S
S. Krishna MurthyActor
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Balaji Sakthivel Director
→#8
S. D. Vijay MiltonCrew
→#9
SooriActor
→#10
B
Bharath SrinivasanActor
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Trivia
- The film was shot in just 28 days, mostly in real locations around Madurai to keep the budget low.
- Director Balaji Sakthivel initially planned to cast a different actor, but chose Bharath after seeing his work in a short film.
- The movie's realistic portrayal of caste and class tension led to some controversy and discussions upon release.
- It was produced by director Bala under his banner B Studios, known for supporting gritty, realistic films.
- The song 'Kangal Irandal' was partly shot using hidden cameras in public for a more natural feel.
- Actress Sandhya, who played Aishwarya, was a newcomer and her performance was widely praised.
- The film's climax scene at the railway station was inspired by real-life reports of similar incidents.
