Piriyadha Varam Vendum(2001)
Piriyadha Varam Vendum is a 2001 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy film written and directed by Kamal. It stars Prashanth, Shalini, Jomol, and Krishna in lead roles. The story follows two childhood best friends who realize their feelings for each other only when one of them plans to marry someone else. The film is a remake of Kamal's own Malayalam film Niram (1999). It received positive reviews for its sensitive screenplay and strong performances. Shalini's portrayal of Nithi was widely praised, and the film became notable as her final acting role before retirement. The music was composed by S. A. Rajkumar. The film released on 16 February 2001 and was a commercial success.
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- Theatrical Release
- 16 February 2001
- Director
- Kamal
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Rating
- 7.5/10
Storyline
Sanjay and Nithi have been inseparable best friends since childhood. When Nithi accepts a marriage proposal from another man, Sanjay hides his growing love for her. As the wedding approaches, both must decide whether to follow their hearts or lose each other forever.
“When friendship becomes the greatest love story.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Piriyadha Varam Vendum
Cast reunions in this film: Senthil & Manorama (41 films together), Manivannan & Senthil (28 films together), Vadivelu & Manivannan (24 films together), Senthil & Charlie (24 films together), Manivannan & Charlie (22 films together), and Vadivelu & Kovai Sarala (18 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title translates to 'The Wish That Should Not Be Asked', hinting at the unspoken love between the main characters.
- This was one of the few films where actor Prashanth and actress Shalini were paired together after their earlier successful collaboration in 'Kadhal Desam'.
- Director 'Kamal' is not the famous actor, but a different filmmaker who also directed the hit movie 'Ghilli'.
- The song 'Kadhal Vandhale' was filmed in Bangkok, a relatively exotic location for Tamil films at that time.
- Actress Jomol, who played Sneha, was primarily known as a Malayalam actress and this was one of her notable Tamil roles.
- The film's plot of childhood friends realizing their love later is a common theme, but it released during a wave of similar friendship-based love stories in early 2000s Tamil cinema.
- Composer Vidyasagar's soundtrack for the film, especially the song 'Oru Vetkam Varudhe', remains popular for its melody.