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Punnagai Desam(2002)

4.3/10
Tamil155 mins

Punnagai Desam (2002) is a 155-minute Tamil film directed by Shahjahan. Starring Vinu Chakravarthy, Nizhalgal Ravi and Tarun. With an audience rating of 4.3/10, Punnagai Desam stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2002.

Director:Shahjahan
Mood:
emotionalupliftingfunny
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
14 January 2002
Director
Shahjahan
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 35m
GudVibe Rating
4.3/10

Storyline

A young man named Ganesh arrives from his village to visit his uncle and cousin, Ammu. His uncle rejects him and opposes any marriage between Ganesh and Ammu. Ganesh also reconnects with friends who are struggling while chasing their ambitions.

A village dreamer finds love and friendship in the city.

Film Details

4.3Rating
155Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date14 January 2002
Release Typetheatrical
Original Titleபுன்னகை தேசம்

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalupliftingfunny
Themes
lovefriendshipidentityfamily
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencefamily
Best Withwith-partner
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor3
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's director K. Shahjahan was a former associate of director Mani Ratnam.
  • Actor Prasanna made his Tamil film debut with this movie, playing one of Ganesh's friends.
  • The movie's title translates to 'Smile Land', contrasting its serious themes of urban struggle.
  • It features a cameo by popular comedian Vivek in a supporting role as a friend.
  • The soundtrack by composer Vidyasagar included a hit romantic song 'Kannum Kannum'.
  • Parts of the film were shot in real Chennai neighborhoods to show the friends' poor living conditions.
  • The plot is loosely inspired by the struggles of aspiring artists in the city.

Notable Collaborations

Frequently Asked Questions