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Ivan(2002)

4.1/10
Tamil mins

Ivan (2002) is a Tamil film directed by R. Parthiban. Starring R. Parthiban, Soundarya and Meena. With an audience rating of 4.1/10, Ivan stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2002.

Director:R. Parthiban
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
23 August 2002
Director
R. Parthiban
Language
Tamil
GudVibe Rating
4.1/10

Storyline

Ivan is a Tamil language film. Parthipan wrote the story and screenplay, produced, directed and acted in the film.

A man's life, told in reverse.

Film Details

4.1Rating
Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date23 August 2002
Release Typetheatrical
Original TitleIvan

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
identitycorruptionjusticefamily
Toneintense
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

Your Rating
4.1/10Rating

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film was originally titled 'Ivan Thanthiran' but was shortened to 'Ivan' for release.
  • Director Parthiban played the lead role and also wrote the story, screenplay, and dialogues himself.
  • This was one of the final film appearances of actress Soundarya before her tragic death in 2004.
  • The movie's plot involves a unique concept of a man with a dual identity, a theme Parthiban often explores.
  • Despite its 2002 release, the film is sometimes confused with a 2014 Tamil film of the same name.
  • The cast includes veteran actor Thalaivasal Vijay in a key supporting role.
  • Parthiban's character is shown working as a cable TV operator, reflecting a common job of that era.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Ivan

Frequently Asked Questions