Athithi(2014)
'Athithi' (transl. Guest) is a 2014 Indian Tamil-language psychological thriller film written and directed by Bharathan. The film stars Nandaa, Ananya, and Nikesh Ram in lead roles. The story follows a happily married couple whose lives are shattered when they offer a lift to a stranger. The stranger hijacks their car and holds them hostage, revealing a personal vendetta. The film is noted for its tense, single-day narrative and realistic portrayal of home invasion. It received mixed reviews from critics, who praised the premise but noted flaws in execution. 'Athithi' was released in theatres on 25 July 2014.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 27 June 2014
- Director
- Bharathan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h
- Rating
- 5.5/10
Storyline
A kind couple offers a ride to a stranded stranger. The stranger turns out to be a dangerous man with a hidden agenda. He traps them inside their own car and takes them to a remote location. Now the couple must fight for their lives against a man who wants revenge.
“A guest can become a nightmare”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Athithi
Cast reunions in this film: Thambi Ramaiah & Nandha (3 films together), Soundararaja & Soundara Raja (3 films together), Ananya & Thambi Ramaiah (2 films together), Thambi Ramaiah & Varsha Ashwathi (2 films together), Thambi Ramaiah & Soundararaja (2 films together), and Thambi Ramaiah & Yuvina Parthavi (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film was shot in just 15 days, a very tight schedule for a feature-length movie.
- Director Bharathan also worked as a cinematographer for several other Tamil films before this.
- The movie's plot revolves around a single day, matching its quick filming schedule.
- It was produced by the director's own banner, Bharathan Cinemas.
- Actor Prasanna, who plays the lead, was known for romantic roles, making this thriller a shift.
- The film had a limited theatrical release and later gained attention through television broadcasts.
- Some viewers noted its suspenseful tone was inspired by earlier Tamil mystery thrillers from the 2000s.