Kadhal Kirukkan(2003)
Kadhal Kirukkan is a 2003 Indian Tamil-language romantic thriller film written and directed by Sakthi Chidambaram. The film stars Parthiban, Richa Pallod, and Vineeth in lead roles, with Vadivelu providing comic relief. It is a remake of the 2002 Hindi film Deewangee. The story follows Saravanan, a man whose obsessive love for his childhood friend Maha turns him into a violent killer. The film blends romance, thriller, and comedy elements. Critical reception was mixed, with praise for Parthiban's performance but criticism of the screenplay's pacing. The music was composed by Deva. The film was released in December 2003.
Kadhal Kirukkan is streaming on Sun NXT and Airtel Xstream Play.
Where to watch:Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, Airtel Xstream Play, Einthusan
- Theatrical Release
- 12 December 2003
- Director
- Sakthi Chidambaram
- Language
- Tamil
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
A man's love for his childhood friend turns into a dangerous obsession. He kills anyone who comes between them. When she rejects him and falls for a lawyer, he kidnaps her. The lawyer must rescue her before it is too late.
“Love can be a dangerous madness”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Kadhal Kirukkan
Cast reunions in this film: Vadivelu & Deva (36 films together), Vadivelu & Thalaivasal Vijay (15 films together), Thalaivasal Vijay & Deva (15 films together), Manobala & Devadarshini (13 films together), Vadivelu & Manobala (12 films together), and Vadivelu & Sriman (12 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Kadhal Kirukkan' was inspired by a popular Tamil magazine column of the same name.
- Director Sakthi Chidambaram is the son of veteran comedy actor and director Chandrababu.
- Actress Richa Pallod, who played the female lead, was primarily a Hindi film actress and this was one of her few Tamil roles.
- Comedian Vadivelu's role, though supporting, included several comedy tracks that became popular with audiences.
- The film's music was composed by Deva, continuing his frequent collaboration with director Sakthi Chidambaram.
- A subplot involving a village comedy sequence was filmed separately and added to cater to rural audiences.
- The movie faced delays in release, partly due to scheduling conflicts among the lead actors.