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Dharma Chakkaram(1997)

4.0/10
Tamil150 mins

Dharma Chakkaram (1997) is a 150-minute Tamil film directed by K. S. Ravikumar. Starring Manivannan, C. R. Vijayakumari and Aarthi. With an audience rating of 4.0/10, Dharma Chakkaram stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1997.

Mood:
emotionalinspiringdark
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
14 January 1997
Director
K. S. Ravikumar
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 30m
GudVibe Rating
4.0/10

Storyline

A man's quest for justice turns the city upside down.

Film Details

4.0Rating
150Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date14 January 1997
Release Typetheatrical
Original TitleDharma Chakkaram
Also Known AsDharmasakkaram · Dharam Chakra · Dharma Chakkram

Parental Guide

Violence
Moderate
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalinspiringdark
Themes
justicefamilycorruptionrevenge
Toneserious
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitylight
Audiencemass
Best Withfamily
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Dharma Chakkaram' translates to 'Wheel of Dharma', a concept from Buddhism about the cycle of moral order.
  • This was one of the few films where actor Sarathkumar played a dual role, portraying both a father and his son.
  • The movie was shot extensively in Pollachi and surrounding rural areas to capture a specific village atmosphere.
  • A major action sequence involved a dramatic train fight, a common but logistically challenging staple in 90s Tamil cinema.
  • The soundtrack by Deva was popular, with the song 'Oruvan Oruvan' becoming a notable hit at the time.
  • The film's release coincided with a busy period for director K.S. Ravikumar, who had multiple major releases around the same year.
  • It featured veteran actor Nagesh in a supporting role, continuing his long career in character parts during the 90s.

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