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Arasu(2003)
Tamil165 mins
Arasu (2003) is a 165-minute Tamil film directed by AR. Suresh. Starring Lakshmanan Ganesh, Riyaz Khan and Vadivelu. With an audience rating of 6.5/10, Arasu stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2003.
Director:AR. Suresh
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 14 April 2003
- Director
- AR. Suresh
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 45m
- GudVibe Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
A quiet accountant arrives in a temple town for a new job and is welcomed by a local family, whose daughter falls for him. When a violent criminal is released from jail, the mild-mannered man reveals his true identity. He is a vengeful fighter seeking justice for his parents' murder.
“A quiet man's past returns, demanding vengeance.”
Film Details
6.5Rating
165Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date14 April 2003
Release Typetheatrical
Parental Guide
Violence
Moderate
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate
Vibe & Tags
Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
revengejusticefamilylove
Toneintense
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withwith-partner
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
6.5/10Rating
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Cast & Crew
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Sarath KumarActor
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SimranActor
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Roja SelvamaniActor
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Lakshmanan GaneshActor
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Riyaz KhanActor
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VadiveluActor
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AR. SureshDirector
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SureshDirector
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Mani SharmaMusic Composer
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BaburajaCrew
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Delhi GaneshActor
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Trivia
- The film's title 'Arasu' means 'king' in Tamil, reflecting the protagonist's transformation from a quiet man to a powerful avenger.
- This was one of the few films where actor Sarathkumar played dual roles, portraying both the hero and his father in flashback scenes.
- Director AR. Suresh originally planned a different climax but changed it after discussions with the film's producers.
- The movie was shot extensively in Kumbakonam to capture the authentic atmosphere of a temple town and its agrahaaram (Brahmin settlement).
- Actress Simran's character name 'Meera' was a common choice in early 2000s Tamil cinema for traditional, romantic roles.
- The film's release faced competition from several other Tamil action movies that year, affecting its initial box office performance.
- A real temple elephant was used in a key scene, requiring special permissions and safety measures during filming.
Notable Collaborations
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