Pudhiya Geethai(2003)
Pudhiya Geethai is a 2003 Indian Tamil-language supernatural action drama film directed by K. P. Jagan. The film stars Vijay, Meera Jasmine, and Ameesha Patel in lead roles. The story follows Sarathy, a brilliant young man unaware that an astrologer predicted his death at age 27. He fights a corrupt businessman while spreading positivity. The film explores themes of fate, free will, and the power of positive thinking. It was Patel's first and only Tamil film. The music was composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja and Karthik Raja. The film received mixed reviews and was a box office failure. It was released on 8 May 2003.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, JioTV, Airtel Xstream Play, Plex
- Theatrical Release
- 8 May 2003
- Director
- K. P. Jagan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 40m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
Sarathy is a brilliant and kind young man who helps everyone around him. He does not know that an astrologer predicted he will die at 27. When a rich businessman tries to kill him, Sarathy must fight for his life. Can his positive attitude and the love of his family save him from his fate?
“Positive energy can defeat even death.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Pudhiya Geethai
Cast reunions in this film: Nassar & Yuvan Shankar Raja (19 films together), Vijay & Nassar (9 films together), Karunas & Yuvan Shankar Raja (9 films together), Karunas & Ilavarasu (8 films together), Nassar & Ilavarasu (7 films together), and Nassar & Kalabhavan Mani (6 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Puthiya Geethai' translates to 'New Song', reflecting its fresh musical score by composer Vidyasagar.
- Actor Sathyaraj, who plays the antagonist Reddiar, was known for villain roles but had shifted to heroic parts by the early 2000s.
- Director K. P. Jagannath had previously worked mostly in Kannada cinema, making this one of his few Tamil directorial ventures.
- The film's plot involving an astrological death prediction echoes themes found in some older Tamil and Indian folklore stories.
- It was released during a crowded festival season, competing with several bigger-budget Tamil films at the box office.
- The movie features cinematography by R. D. Rajasekhar, who later became known for his work in big-budget Tamil and Telugu films.
- Despite the dramatic premise, the film includes several lighthearted comedy scenes typical of early 2000s Tamil cinema.