Ennamma Kannu(2000)
Ennamma Kannu is a 2000 Indian Tamil-language drama film written and directed by Sakthi Chidambaram. The film stars Sathyaraj as Kasi, a womaniser, and Devayani as Gayathri, a woman betrayed by her lover. The story follows Kasi as he helps Gayathri after her boyfriend Vishwa abandons her to marry a rich woman. The film features Vadivelu in a dual role as a pimp and a police inspector, providing comic relief. Music was composed by Deva, with lyrics by Vaali. The film was remade in Telugu as Ramma Chilakamma in 2001. It was released on 16 June 2000 and received mixed to positive reviews for Sathyaraj's performance and the emotional storyline.
Quick Facts
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- Theatrical Release
- 17 June 2000
- Director
- Sakthi Chidambaram
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Rating
- 4.1/10
Storyline
Kasi, a carefree womaniser, meets Gayathri and mistakes her for a call girl. Gayathri is in love with Vishwa, who plans to marry her. But Vishwa betrays her to marry a rich woman. Kasi helps Gayathri and falls in love with her, but sacrifices his own happiness to protect her honour.
“True love means letting go.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Ennamma Kannu
Cast reunions in this film: Vadivelu & Deva (36 films together), Pandu & Deva (29 films together), Sathyaraj & Deva (28 films together), Vadivelu & Kovai Sarala (18 films together), Vadivelu & Thalaivasal Vijay (15 films together), and Devayani & Deva (15 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Ennamma Kannu' is a common Tamil phrase meaning 'Oh my dear', often used in playful or affectionate contexts.
- Director Sakthi Chidambaram is also known as a dialogue writer and lyricist, contributing to many Tamil films in the 1990s and 2000s.
- Composer Deva, who scored the music, was at the peak of his popularity in the late 1990s, known for his folk and fast-paced numbers.
- Actor Ranjith, who played a lead role, is also a director and has won National Film Awards for his later work in Malayalam cinema.
- The film was released during a period when Sathyaraj was frequently starring in family-oriented drama and comedy roles.
- Devayani, the female lead, was a popular actress in Tamil and Telugu films during this time, often paired with senior heroes.
- The film's release year, 2000, saw many Tamil films experimenting with blends of family drama and light comedy.