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Kavalukku Kettikaran(1990)

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Tamil140 mins

Kavalukku Kettikaran (1990) is a 140-minute Tamil film directed by Santhana Bharathi. Starring Prabhu, Nirosha and Pandu.

Mood:
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
14 January 1990
Director
Santhana Bharathi
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 20m
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Storyline

Kavalukku Kettikaran is a 1990 Indian Tamil film, directed by Santhana Bharathi, starring Prabhu and Nirosha in lead roles. The film had musical score by Ilaiyaraaja.

A man's quest for justice in a world of deceit.

Film Details

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140Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date14 January 1990

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalinspiringdark
Themes
justicecorruptionfamilyrevenge
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withfamily
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title translates to 'The Watchman Who Got Beaten Up', reflecting the protagonist's struggles.
  • It was one of the few films where director Santhana Bharathi collaborated with composer Ilaiyaraaja.
  • Actor Prabhu reportedly performed many of his own stunts in the action sequences.
  • The movie was released during the Pongal festival season, a common slot for major Tamil releases at the time.
  • A subplot involves the lead character's conflict with local rowdies, a popular theme in late 80s/early 90s Tamil cinema.
  • The film is not as widely remembered today as some other Prabhu starrers from the same era.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Kavalukku Kettikaran

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