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Shree(2002)

4.8/10
Tamil148 minstheatrical

Shree is a 2002 Indian Tamil-language action drama film co-written and directed by Pushpavasagan. The film stars Suriya in the title role, with Shrutika Arjun, Ilavarasu, Kalyani, Riyaz Khan, and Vadivelu in supporting roles. The story follows Shree, a rowdy who is ostracized by his family after his father blames him for the death of his younger sister. Shree spends the film trying to prove his innocence and regain his father's love. The film features a soundtrack composed by Deva. It was produced by Venkateswaralayam and released on July 20, 2002. The film is noted for its emotional father-son conflict and Suriya's performance as a troubled young man.

Director:Pushpavasagan
Mood:
emotionaldarksuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Sun NXT, Eros Now
Theatrical Release
19 July 2002
Director
Pushpavasagan
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 28m
Rating
4.8/10

Storyline

Shree is a rowdy who lives alone after his father blames him for his sister's death. He desperately wants to prove he is innocent and win back his father's love. But his father refuses to listen, and the village sees Shree as a violent criminal. Shree must fight his way through enemies and uncover the truth before he can finally come home.

A son's fight for his father's love

Film Details

4.8Rating
148Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date19 July 2002
Release Typetheatrical
Original Titleஸ்ரீ
Also Known AsMawali

Parental Guide

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

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarksuspenseful
Themes
revengejusticefamilycorruption
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitylight
Audiencemass
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability2

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Shree

Cast reunions in this film: Vadivelu & Vijayakumar (22 films together), Vijayakumar & Srividya (16 films together), Vadivelu & Sriman (12 films together), Vadivelu & Ilavarasu (11 films together), Vadivelu & Riyaz Khan (9 films together), and Sriman & Ilavarasu (6 films together).

Trivia

  • The film was originally titled 'Shree' but was later changed to 'Shree' again after considering other names.
  • Director Pushpavasagan was an assistant to director S. Shankar before making this film.
  • Suriya performed many of his own stunts in the action sequences without a body double.
  • The movie's poor box office performance led to it being quickly pulled from many theaters.
  • Actress Shrutika made her Tamil film debut with this movie after working in Telugu cinema.
  • The soundtrack by Vidyasagar included a song that became more popular than the film itself.
  • Some scenes were shot in remote villages to capture a rustic atmosphere for the story.

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