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Thavasi(2001)

4.8/10
Tamil165 mins

Thavasi (2001) is a 165-minute Tamil film directed by K. R. Udhayashankar. Starring Easwari Rao, Ponnambalam and Nizhalgal Ravi. With an audience rating of 4.8/10, Thavasi stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2001.

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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Prime Video
Theatrical Release
14 November 2001
Director
K. R. Udhayashankar
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 45m
GudVibe Rating
4.8/10

Storyline

A good man sentences a poor young man to a harsh punishment. Realizing his mistake was deeply unfair, he decides the only way to make things right is to sacrifice his own life.

Justice demands a price. Can one man pay it?

Film Details

4.8Rating
165Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date14 November 2001
Release Typetheatrical
Original Titleதவசி
Also Known AsAaj Ka Krantiveer

Parental Guide

Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionaldisturbing
Themes
justicefamilycorruptionrevenge
Toneintense
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withalone
Violence3
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Thavasi' translates to 'sacrifice' in English, reflecting the central theme.
  • Director Udayasankar was primarily known as a cinematographer, and this was one of his few directorial ventures.
  • The movie was shot extensively in and around the temple town of Palani, giving it a distinct rural backdrop.
  • Actor Vijayakumar, who played a key role, was a major star in the 1970s and 1980s, adding veteran presence.
  • The film's plot draws thematic parallels to classic tales of judicial remorse and personal atonement.
  • Despite its dramatic premise, the film had a relatively low-key release and is not widely discussed today.
  • The soundtrack was composed by Deva, a prolific composer known for his work in rural-themed films during that era.

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