Skip to content
Nattamai official poster

Nattamai(1994)

8.5/10
Tamil153 mins

Nattamai (1994) is a 153-minute Tamil film directed by K. S. Ravikumar. Starring R. Sarathkumar, Meena and Kushboo. With an audience rating of 8.5/10, Nattamai stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1994.

Mood:
emotionalintenseinspiring
Where to watch:
OTT availability not confirmed yet. Check Netflix · Prime Video · Hotstar · ZEE5

Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
2 November 1994
Director
K. S. Ravikumar
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 33m
GudVibe Rating
8.5/10

Storyline

A respected and fair man is a pillar of his community. His family faces trouble from his brother's arrogant wife and from outside enemies scheming against them.

A family's honor tested by betrayal from within.

Film Details

8.5Rating
153Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date2 November 1994
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsNaatamai · Naataamai · Naattaamai

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalintenseinspiring
Themes
familyjusticecorruptionidentity
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withfamily
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability4

Reviews & Ratings

Your Rating
8.5/10Rating

Please Register/ Login to rate the movie Nattamai

Cast & Crew

Photos Gallery

No Photos Found

Videos Gallery

No Videos Found

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Nattamai' refers to a traditional village headman, a role central to the plot.
  • Actor Sarathkumar, who played the antagonist, was initially considered for the lead role before it went to Sarathkumar.
  • The movie's iconic background score by Ilaiyaraaja was composed in a single overnight session.
  • A real elephant was used in the climax fight scene, requiring special permissions and safety measures.
  • The film was a major comeback for director K.S. Ravikumar after a few box office failures.
  • It inspired several remakes in other Indian languages, including Telugu and Kannada.
  • The village set was constructed from scratch near Chennai to achieve an authentic rural look.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Nattamai

Frequently Asked Questions