Bala(2002)
Bala is a 2002 Indian Tamil-language gangster action film written and directed by Deepak. The film stars Shaam as the titular hitman, alongside Meera Jasmine, Raghuvaran, Rajan P. Dev, and Thilakan. The story follows Bala, a loyal hitman for gangster Pasupathi, who falls in love with Aarthi, the daughter of Pasupathi's rival Jayamani. Their love is threatened when the old don Paranthaman proposes a marriage between Aarthi and Pasupathi's son to end the gang war. The film features a soundtrack composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja and cinematography by Priyan. Critics noted the film's familiar gangster plot but praised its dialogues, background score, and cinematography. Despite mixed reviews, the film managed average business at the box office. It was released on 13 December 2002.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, Amazon Prime Video, Airtel Xstream Play, Plex, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 13 December 2002
- Director
- Deepak
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Rating
- 3.1/10
Storyline
Bala is a loyal hitman for gangster Pasupathi. He falls in love with Aarthi, the daughter of Pasupathi's rival Jayamani. Their love is forbidden. A marriage proposal threatens to tear them apart. Bala must fight both gangs to be with the woman he loves.
“Love is the deadliest weapon.”
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Bala
Cast reunions in this film: Karunas & Yuvan Shankar Raja (9 films together), Karunas & Mayilsamy (5 films together), Yuvan Shankar Raja & Mayilsamy (4 films together), Meera Jasmine & Karunas (3 films together), Meera Jasmine & Yuvan Shankar Raja (3 films together), and Meera Jasmine & Raghuvaran (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Bala' but was later renamed 'Bala' in Tamil to avoid confusion with another film.
- Actor Pasupathy, who plays the gang leader, was a last-minute replacement for another actor who dropped out.
- The movie's climax was shot in a single, long schedule at a remote temple to maintain continuity.
- Director Deepak made his debut with this film after working as an assistant director for several years.
- The film's soundtrack by Yuvan Shankar Raja became popular, especially the song 'Kadhal Vandhale'.
- It was one of the early 2000s Tamil films to blend a violent gangster plot with a central love story.
- The movie faced some censorship delays due to its portrayal of gang violence in a realistic manner.