Mugavaree(2000)
Mugavaree is a 2000 Indian Tamil-language coming-of-age romantic drama film written and directed by V. Z. Durai in his directorial debut. The film stars Ajith Kumar and Jyothika in lead roles, with Raghuvaran, Vivek, Manivannan, and K. Viswanath in supporting roles. The story follows Sridhar, a young man who spends eight years trying to become a music composer while navigating love, family responsibility, and personal sacrifice. The film is noted for its realistic portrayal of middle-class struggles and the emotional conflict between ambition and duty. It was a commercial success and won two Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, including Best Family Film. The music, composed by Deva, was a major highlight. The film released on 19 February 2000.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Prime Video, YouTube, Plex
- Theatrical Release
- 25 February 2000
- Director
- V. Z. Durai
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 36m
- Rating
- 5.6/10
Storyline
Sridhar dreams of becoming a music composer. For eight years, he faces rejection after rejection. His family supports him, but his love life suffers. When his brother falls ill, Sridhar must choose between his passion and his family. Will he give up his dream or find a way to make it come true?
“A dream worth waiting for”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Mugavaree
Cast reunions in this film: Vivek & Deva (29 films together), Deva & Raghuvaran (15 films together), Ajith Kumar & Deva (12 films together), Vivek & Raghuvaran (11 films together), Vivek & Jyothika (9 films together), and Ajith Kumar & Vivek (8 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Mugavari' refers to the first copy of a music recording, tying directly to the protagonist's career.
- Director V. Z. Durai was an assistant to director Mani Ratnam before making his directorial debut with this film.
- Actress Simran, who played the female lead, was already a major star, but this was one of her few roles as a supportive lover to an aspiring artist.
- The film's music was composed by Deva, a popular composer at the time, but it did not become a major chartbuster like some of his other works.
- A key plot point involves the hero struggling with outdated recording technology, reflecting the industry's shift in the early 2000s.
- The movie performed modestly at the box office and is often remembered more for its theme than its commercial success.
- Some scenes were shot in real recording studios to add authenticity to the music industry setting.