Veettoda Mappillai(2001)
'Veettoda Mappillai' is a 2001 Indian Tamil-language comedy-drama film written and directed by V. Sekhar. The film stars Napoleon as Manickam and Roja as Meena, with Vijayakumar, Kalpana, Kovai Sarala, Charle, and Vaiyapuri in supporting roles. The story follows a young graduate who marries into a dysfunctional family and must navigate jealousy, greed, and family politics. Set primarily in a family home and restaurant, the film explores the conflict between a father's love for his son and his duty to his daughters. Produced by Thiruvalluvar Kalaikoodam, the film features music by Deva and cinematography by P. S. Selvam. Critics noted the film's familiar V. Sekhar formula but praised Vijayakumar's performance as the conflicted father. The film was released on 14 September 2001 and runs for 140 minutes.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 14 September 2001
- Director
- V. Shekar
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 20m 0
Storyline
A hardworking young graduate named Manickam marries Meena and moves into her father's house. Her father Kandasamy runs a restaurant and loves his new son-in-law. But Meena's two lazy brothers-in-law and her long-lost brother Muthupandi plot against Manickam. Can Manickam save the family from greed and betrayal?
“One house. Three sons-in-law. Endless trouble.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Veettoda Mappillai
Cast reunions in this film: Charlie & Charle (102 films together), Deva & Charlie (37 films together), Deva & Vijayakumar (29 films together), Deva & Roja Selvamani (22 films together), Deva & Charle (19 films together), and Vaiyapuri & Deva (15 films together).
Trivia
- The film's director V. Sekhar is known for his family comedies and had previously directed the hit 'Chinna Thambi'.
- Actor Vivek, who plays a key supporting role, was also a popular comedy actor in Tamil cinema during that era.
- The movie's plot revolves around a restaurant setting, a common backdrop in Tamil films of the early 2000s for family conflicts.
- It was released during a period when multi-starrer family dramas were frequent in Tamil cinema.
- The film features music by Deva, a composer known for his work in many Tamil comedies and family films.
- Actress Rambha, who plays one of the daughters, was a leading heroine in South Indian films at the time.
- The title 'Veettoda Mappillai' translates to 'Son-in-Law of the House', hinting at the central family theme.