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Sundaattam(2013)

4.5/10
Tamil•129 mins•theatrical•

Sundaattam is a 2013 Indian Tamil-language gangster romance film written and directed by Brahma G. Dev. The film stars Irfan as Prabha, a carrom player who gambles for a living, alongside Arundhathi as Kalaivani. The supporting cast includes Madhu, Aadukalam Naren, and Stalin. The story follows Prabha's attempt to leave his gambling lifestyle after falling in love with a honest girl. The film blends elements of gangster violence with a romantic narrative. It was produced under the banner Film Fame Production. The movie received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its lead performances but criticism for its predictable plot. Sundaattam was released on March 8, 2013 in India.

Director:Brahma G. Dev
Filmed In:Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
ZEE5, Airtel Xstream Play, YouTube, Plex
Theatrical Release
8 March 2013
Director
Brahma G. Dev
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 9m
Rating
4.5/10

Storyline

Prabha is a talented carrom player who makes money by gambling in local matches. He falls in love with Kalaivani, a simple girl who hates dishonesty. To win her heart, Prabha must leave his gambling life behind. But a local gangster named Guna forces him into a high-stakes tournament. Prabha must choose between love and his dangerous past.

“One game can change everything”

Film Details

4.5Rating
129Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date8 March 2013
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsSundattam
Filmed InChennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Parental Guide

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

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Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
survivalcorruptionfamilyjustice
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audienceniche
Best Withfriends
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability2

Cast & Crew

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Madhu GuruswamyKasi
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Arundhathi, Actor in Sundaattam
ArundhathiKalaivani
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MadhuKasi
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Arundhathi Nair, Actor in Sundaattam
Arundhathi NairKalaivani
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StalinGuna
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IrfanPrabhakaran
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Richard Rishi, Actor in Sundaattam
Richard RishiActor
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Aadukalam Naren, Actor in Sundaattam
Aadukalam NarenBhagya Annachi
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Misha Ghoshal, Actor in Sundaattam
Misha GhoshalUma
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Britto Michael, Music Composer in Sundaattam
Britto MichaelBGM
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Brahma G. DevDirector
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Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Sundaattam

Cast reunions in this film: Aadukalam Naren & Misha Ghoshal (2 films together).

Aadukalam Naren
Aadukalam NarenActor
2nd time
Misha Ghoshal
Misha GhoshalActor
Aadukalam Naren × Misha Ghoshal — 2 films together →

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Sundaattam' refers to a specific carrom gambling term used in the Royapuram area of North Chennai.
  • Director Brahma G. Dev also wrote the story, drawing from the local carrom gambling subculture he aimed to portray.
  • The background score was composed by Achu, who was previously known for the popular song 'Maalai Pozhudhin Mayakathilaey'.
  • It featured Irfan in the lead, an actor more commonly seen in supporting roles in bigger Tamil and Malayalam films.
  • The movie's music director, Britto, is a lesser-known composer with only a few film credits to his name.
  • The film had a very limited theatrical release and is not widely discussed in mainstream Tamil cinema histories.
  • Arundhathi, the female lead, was introduced as a new actress with this film and has since had a low-profile career.

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