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Maanagara Kaaval(1991)

3.1/10
Tamil151 mins

Maanagara Kaaval (1991) is a 151-minute Tamil film directed by M. Thiyagarajan. Starring Vijayakanth, Thiyagu and Chinni Jayanth. With an audience rating of 3.1/10, Maanagara Kaaval stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1991.

Mood:
suspensefulintenseinspiring
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Prime Video
Theatrical Release
28 June 1991
Director
M. Thiyagarajan
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 31m
GudVibe Rating
3.1/10

Storyline

A police officer named Subhash faces many challenges. He must use all his skills to protect the Prime Minister of India from danger.

One man stands between a killer and the prime minister.

Film Details

3.1Rating
151Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date28 June 1991
Release Typetheatrical
Original Titleமாநகர காவல்
Also Known AsManagara Kaaval

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
suspensefulintenseinspiring
Themes
justicecorruptionsurvivalfamily
Toneserious
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion3
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • This film was the only time director M. Thiyagarajan worked with actor Vijayakanth, who played the lead role.
  • The movie's plot about protecting the Prime Minister was a popular theme in early 90s Tamil action cinema.
  • Actress Ranjitha, who played a key role, was a prominent leading lady in Tamil and Kannada films at the time.
  • The film's release coincided with a period of high popularity for Vijayakanth's 'cop' roles.
  • Composer Shankar–Ganesh, known for their work in the 80s, provided the music for this early 90s film.
  • The title 'Maanagara Kaaval' translates to 'City Guard', directly referencing the protagonist's duty.
  • Despite being an action thriller, the film included several musical numbers typical of the era's commercial cinema.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Maanagara Kaaval

Frequently Asked Questions