Ennavale(2000)
Ennavale is a 2000 Indian Tamil-language romance film directed by J. Suresh. It stars R. Madhavan as James Vasanthan and introduces Sneha as Lakshmi. The film follows a wedding singer who falls for his landlord's daughter, only to discover she is a divorcee. The story explores second chances and overcoming a painful past. The supporting cast includes Manivannan, Charle, and Thalaivasal Vijay. Music was composed by S. A. Rajkumar with lyrics by Vairamuthu. The film was shot in Kerala, Chennai, Ooty, Hyderabad, and Gopichettipalayam. It was released on 21 December 2000 and failed at the box office. Critics noted its melodramatic tone and familiar storyline.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, JioTV, Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 23 December 2000
- Director
- Suresh
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Rating
- 6.9/10
Storyline
James Vasanthan is a wedding singer who lives with three friends. He falls in love with Lakshmi, the daughter of his landlord. When he proposes, she rejects him because she is a divorcee. James must convince her that her past does not matter. Can love give her a second chance?
“Love deserves a second chance”
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Ennavale
Cast reunions in this film: Charlie & Charle (102 films together), Manivannan & Charlie (22 films together), Manivannan & Thalaivasal Vijay (16 films together), Manivannan & Charle (15 films together), Vaiyapuri & Charlie (12 films together), and Thalaivasal Vijay & Charlie (12 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Ennavale' translates to 'My Heart' and is also the name of a popular 1994 Tamil song by A.R. Rahman, which helped create early audience interest.
- This was one of the earliest major film roles for actor Surya, who was still establishing his career before his breakthrough.
- The film's music was composed by Deva, known for his folk and mass appeal, marking a different sound from the composer of the famous 'Ennavale' song.
- Director J. Suresh was primarily known for editing films, and this was one of his few directorial ventures in a brief directing career.
- The plot involving a wedding music troupe tapped into a common live music scene at South Indian weddings in the late 90s.
- Actress Priya Gill, the female lead, was a popular model from Delhi making one of her few appearances in Tamil cinema.
- The film's release faced tough competition from other major star vehicles, affecting its box office performance.