Megha(2014)
Megha is a 2014 Indian Tamil-language romantic action film directed by Karthik Rishi. The film stars Ashwin Kakumanu, Srushti Dange, and Angana Roy in lead roles. The story follows Mugilan, a forensic officer who falls in love with Megha, a woman from a wealthy family. When Megha disappears on the same day she reciprocates his love, Mugilan discovers a conspiracy involving a corrupt police officer. The film blends romance with a crime thriller narrative. The soundtrack was composed by Ilaiyaraaja and received widespread acclaim. Megha was released on 22 August 2014 and became a box office success.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- ZEE5, Airtel Xstream Play, Plex, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 29 August 2014
- Director
- Karthik Rishi
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 37m
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
Forensic officer Mugilan falls in love with Megha. She disappears on the same day she confesses her love. Mugilan discovers evidence against a corrupt police officer. The officer frames Mugilan for murder. Mugilan must escape prison and rescue Megha.
“Love that vanished without a trace”
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Megha
Cast reunions in this film: Jayaprakash & Aadukalam Naren (8 films together), Jayaprakash & Meera Krishnan (4 films together), Aadukalam Naren & Meera Krishnan (4 films together), Aadukalam Naren & Ilayaraja (4 films together), Jayaprakash & Shrushti Dange (3 films together), and Jayaprakash & Ravi Prakash (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film's director Karthik Rishi is the son of veteran cinematographer Rishi.
- The movie was shot in a single schedule across locations in Chennai and Pondicherry.
- Actress Anjena Kirti, who played Megha, was a newcomer and this was her debut Tamil film.
- The soundtrack by Girishh G. included a promotional song that gained some attention online.
- The film's plot drew comparisons to other missing-person thrillers popular in Tamil cinema at the time.
- It had a limited theatrical release and quickly moved to television and streaming platforms.
- A key promotional angle highlighted the mystery of whether Megha was a real person or a ghost.