Seevalaperi Pandi(1994)
Seevalaperi Pandi is a 1994 Indian Tamil-language biographical crime action film directed by Pratap Pothen and written by K. Rajeshwar. It stars Napoleon in the title role, alongside Saranya Ponvannan, Ahana, and Nizhalgal Ravi. The film is based on the life of a real criminal from Tamil Nadu, though several scenes are fictionalized for dramatic effect. Set in a rural Tamil village, the story follows Pandi, a strong and honest man who becomes a bodyguard, is betrayed by his associates, and turns into a vengeful outlaw. The film was a box office hit and became a turning point in Napoleon's career. It was released on 24 June 1994.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Amazon Prime Video, Aha, Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 23 June 1994
- Director
- Prathap K. Pothan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Rating
- 4.3/10
Storyline
Pandi is a brave man hired as a bodyguard by the village leader Grams. After being tricked into killing Grams, Pandi is sentenced to death, but his sentence is commuted to life imprisonment. When he learns his associates betrayed his family, he escapes jail and becomes a hooded warrior seeking revenge.
“Betrayed. Hunted. He became a legend.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Seevalaperi Pandi
Cast reunions in this film: Nizhalgal Ravi & Charlie (14 films together), Chinni Jayanth & Charlie (14 films together), Venniradai Moorthy & Chinni Jayanth (11 films together), Nizhalgal Ravi & Venniradai Moorthy (7 films together), Venniradai Moorthy & Charlie (6 films together), and Nizhalgal Ravi & Chinni Jayanth (5 films together).
Trivia
- This was Napoleon's first film as a lead hero after years of playing supporting roles.
- The film is based on the real-life story of a folk hero from the Tirunelveli region.
- Director Prathap Pothan is better known for acclaimed art films like 'Meendum Oru Kaathal Kathai'.
- The film's music composer, Adithyan, was primarily a film journalist and critic.
- It was produced by P.G. Srikanth, who was also an actor known for villain roles.
- The movie released in 1994, the same year as Napoleon's famous villain role in 'Kaththi'.
- Despite its action-drama genre, the film did not achieve major commercial success.
