Velai(1998)
Velai is a 1998 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by J. Suresh and written by Balakumaran. The film stars Vignesh, Indraja, and Nassar in lead roles. The story follows a young man named Vignesh who struggles to find a job because he does not know his true parentage. His search for employment becomes intertwined with a quest for his real identity. The film features a soundtrack composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja, with a song sung by actor Vijay. Critical reception was mixed, with one review noting weaknesses in direction and screenplay. The film was released on 26 February 1998.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 26 February 1998
- Director
- Suresh
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Rating
- 2.9/10
Storyline
A young man named Vignesh cannot find a job because he has no known family background. He falls in love with Indraja, but her family rejects him for the same reason. A mysterious man named Nassar holds the key to Vignesh's past. Vignesh must uncover the truth about his birth to win love and build a future.
“Find work. Find yourself.”
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Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Velai
Cast reunions in this film: Charlie & Charle (102 films together), Nassar & Charlie (29 films together), Nassar & Yuvan Shankar Raja (19 films together), Nassar & Charle (18 films together), Nassar & Santhana Bharathi (6 films together), and Nassar & Ponvannan (6 films together).
