Jaya(2002)
Jaya is a 2002 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film directed by the Ratnaraj-Kalanathan duo. It stars Ramya Krishnan in the title role and Sherin Shringar as her friend Preethi. The story follows a college student who is murdered, prompting her friend to hunt down the killers. The film was shot in Chennai, with a college auditorium set built at a cost of ₹10 lakh. Critics panned the film for its weak screenplay and illogical plot, with The Hindu and Sify giving negative reviews. The soundtrack was composed by Bharani. The film was released in 2002.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 6 December 2002
- Director
- Rathnaraj
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
A college student named Preethi is murdered. The police do nothing to find her killer. Her best friend Jaya decides to take matters into her own hands. She begins a dangerous hunt for the people who took her friend's life. Jaya must face threats and betrayal to bring them to justice.
“A friend's murder. A girl's revenge.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Jaya
Cast reunions in this film: Sriman & Ramya Krishnan (4 films together), Karunas & Ramya Krishnan (3 films together), and Karunas & Sriman (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey' before being shortened.
- Director Ratnaraj Kalanathan was a former associate of director Mani Ratnam.
- The movie's plot was inspired by real-life incidents of campus violence and political corruption in Tamil Nadu.
- Actress Priyanka Trivedi, who played Jaya, was a former Miss India finalist before entering films.
- The film's climax was shot in a single, long schedule at a large bungalow to maintain continuity.
- Despite its thriller elements, the soundtrack by Vidyasagar featured popular romantic songs like 'Kannukkul Pothivaippen'.
- The movie faced censorship delays due to its strong themes of vigilante justice against powerful figures.