Gemini(2002)
Gemini is a 2002 Indian Tamil-language crime action film written and directed by Saran. The film stars Vikram in the lead role, alongside Kiran Rathod, Kalabhavan Mani, and Murali. The story follows a North Madras gangster who falls in love and tries to reform his life while battling a rival. The film is based on a real incident where two gangsters reformed with police help. It was produced by AVM Productions and features music by Bharadwaj. The soundtrack, especially the song 'O Podu', became a cultural phenomenon in Tamil Nadu. The film received mixed reviews but was a major commercial success, grossing over ₹200 million. It won three Filmfare Awards South and helped revive the Tamil film industry after a series of failures. The film was released on 12 April 2002, two days before Tamil New Year.
Gemini is streaming on VI Movies and TV and Amazon Prime Video.
Where to watch:Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- VI Movies and TV, Amazon Prime Video, Sun NXT, Aha Video, Airtel Xstream Play, MX Player
- Theatrical Release
- 12 April 2002
- Director
- Saran
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 45m
- Rating
- 4.8/10
Storyline
Gemini is a ruthless gangster in North Madras who controls a market through extortion. He falls in love with Manisha, a college girl, and hides his criminal identity from her. When his rival Teja tries to take over his territory, a violent gang war erupts. Gemini must choose between his old life of crime and the chance for a new beginning with the woman he loves.
“Love can change even the toughest gangster.”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Gemini
Cast reunions in this film: Charlie & Charle (102 films together), Charlie & Vinu Chakravarthy (17 films together), Murali & Charlie (14 films together), Vaiyapuri & Charlie (12 films together), Vinu Chakravarthy & Charle (12 films together), and Vaiyapuri & Charle (11 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Gemini' refers to the hero's zodiac sign, which is also the director Saran's own star sign.
- Actor Vikram performed his own stunts for the famous fight scene in the rain, which took three nights to shoot.
- The song 'O Podu' became a massive dance anthem and is still played at weddings and parties across Tamil Nadu.
- This was the first Tamil film to be shot extensively with a Steadicam, giving it a unique visual style for its time.
- Actress Kiran Rathod, who played a key role, was primarily a model and this was one of her earliest film appearances.
- The movie was a major box office hit and helped establish Vikram as a leading action hero in the industry.
- Director Saran initially wanted a different actor for the lead but was convinced by the producer to cast Vikram.