University(2002)
Tamil141 mins
University (2002) is a 141-minute Tamil film directed by Praghadish. Starring M. S. Bhaskar, Ilavarasu and Sherlyn Chopra. With an audience rating of 7.3/10, University stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2002.
Director:Praghadish
Mood:
funnyemotionaluplifting
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 4 October 2002
- Director
- Praghadish
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 21m
- GudVibe Rating
- 7.3/10
Storyline
A shy college student named Gandhi struggles to connect with his classmates. He doesn't smoke or drink, which makes him very different from his peers. This makes it hard for him to form friendships and have a normal social life.
“An outsider in a world of vices. Can he find his place?”
Film Details
7.3Rating
141Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date4 October 2002
Release Typetheatrical
Parental Guide
Violence
High
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
High
Vibe & Tags
Mood
funnyemotionaluplifting
Themes
identityfriendshiplovefamily
Toneserious
Pacingepisodic
Complexitylight
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfriends
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor4
Rewatchability3
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
7.3/10Rating
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film's title 'University' was chosen to reflect the universal college experience, though it was shot primarily at Loyola College in Chennai.
- Director Praghadish made his debut with this film, which was produced by veteran actor-director R. Parthiepan under his banner Cine Dreams.
- Actor Jeevan, known for villain roles, played the rare lead protagonist Gandhi, a character defined by his moral rigidity.
- The soundtrack by Vidyasagar became popular, with the song 'Kadhal Vandhale' gaining particular attention for its melody.
- A key comedy subplot involves Gandhi mistakenly being thought to have a connection with the local rowdy 'Rocket' Raja.
- The film contrasts Gandhi's teetotaler lifestyle with the typical college party culture, a central theme in its social commentary.
- Despite its campus setting, the plot incorporates thriller elements through misunderstandings and a mysterious letter subplot.
Notable Collaborations
Frequent partnerships reunited in University