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Vidukadhai(1997)
Tamil mins
Vidukadhai (1997) is a Tamil film directed by Agathiyan. With an audience rating of 6.8/10, Vidukadhai stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1997.
Director:Agathiyan
Mood:
emotionaldarkuplifting
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 30 October 1997
- Director
- Agathiyan
- Language
- Tamil
- GudVibe Rating
- 6.8/10
Storyline
A man in his forties and an eighteen-year-old girl develop a romantic relationship. Their connection grows, exploring the complexities and challenges of their significant age difference. The story focuses on the unfolding of their bond within a family setting.
“Love blooms across a generation.”
Film Details
6.8Rating
Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date30 October 1997
Parental Guide
Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
lovefamilyidentityjustice
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence1
Emotion5
Humor2
Rewatchability3
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
6.8/10Rating
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Cast & Crew
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Trivia
- The film's title 'Vidukathai' means 'solution' in Tamil, reflecting the lead character's search for answers in life.
- Director Agathiyan originally wanted a different actor for the male lead before casting R. Sundarrajan.
- The movie's music by Sirpy became popular, especially the song 'Oru Pournami Nilavil', which used a rare scale.
- This was one of the early films to openly address a significant age-gap romance in mainstream Tamil cinema.
- Actress Roja, known for glamorous roles, played a more subdued character to fit the film's dramatic tone.
- Parts of the film were shot in the scenic hill station of Kodaikanal, which provided a romantic backdrop.
- The story was noted for its focus on family conflicts and societal pressures rather than just the central romance.
Notable Collaborations
Frequent partnerships reunited in Vidukadhai
Actor-Composer13 films →
Director-Composer6 films →

