Thaayin Manikodi(1998)
Thaayin Manikodi is a 1998 Indian Tamil-language action film written and directed by Arjun Sarja. The cast includes Arjun Sarja, Tabu, Goundamani, Niveditha Jain, and Vijayakumar. The story follows a CBI officer who must protect confidential documents from a terrorist group. The terrorists kidnap his mother to force his hand. The film blends intense action sequences with a strong emotional core centered on a mother-son relationship. It was released on August 29, 1998.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 28 August 1998
- Director
- Arjun
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 25m 0
Storyline
A CBI officer fights a ruthless terrorist group to protect secret documents. When the terrorists kidnap his mother, he must choose between his duty and his family. He will risk everything to save her.
“A mother's love is the ultimate weapon”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Thaayin Manikodi
Cast reunions in this film: Charlie & Charle (102 films together), Goundamani & Vijayakumar (26 films together), Charlie & Vijayakumar (15 films together), Venniradai Moorthy & Goundamani (14 films together), Chinni Jayanth & Charlie (14 films together), and Goundamani & Vidyasagar (12 films together).
Trivia
- This was the only film where actor Arjun Sarja directed himself alongside actresses Tabu and Rani Mukerji.
- The movie's title 'Thaayin Manikodi' translates to 'Mother's Jeweled Rooster', a traditional Tamil phrase for a beloved son.
- Composer Deva reused the film's popular song 'Kadhal Enbathu' from his own earlier unreleased soundtrack for another project.
- Despite being a thriller, the film included a comedy track featuring actors Vadivelu and Charle, which was common for 1990s Tamil cinema.
- The movie was released during a period when Arjun Sarja was frequently starring in and directing action-oriented police stories.
- Actress Rani Mukerji, who played a key supporting role, was still early in her career across Indian film industries at the time.