Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga(2013)
Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga is a 2013 Indian Tamil-language political comedy film written and directed by Pandiraj. The film stars Vimal and Sivakarthikeyan in lead roles, with Bindhu Madhavi and Regina Cassandra as the female leads. The story follows two lazy friends, Kesavan and Murugan, who dream of entering politics to gain power and respect. Their irresponsible lifestyle causes pain to their families and the people around them. A personal tragedy forces them to confront their mistakes and transform into responsible men. The film blends comedy with a strong emotional message about family values and personal growth. It was produced by Pasanga Productions and features music composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja. The film received mixed reviews but was praised for its honest storytelling and the performances of Sivakarthikeyan and Soori. It released on March 29, 2013, in theaters across Tamil Nadu.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Zee5
- Theatrical Release
- 29 March 2013
- Director
- Pandiraj
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Rating
- 7.3/10
Storyline
Two jobless best friends, Kesavan and Murugan, dream of becoming powerful politicians. They use cheap tricks to impress their village and win an election. But their lazy and selfish lifestyle destroys their relationships with their families and the women they love. A sudden tragedy forces them to rethink everything.
“From loafers to leaders, with a lesson”
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Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Kedi Billa Killadi Ranga
Cast reunions in this film: Vijay & Dinesh Master (9 films together), Vimal & Soori (9 films together), Regina Cassandra & Yuvan Shankar Raja (8 films together), Sivakarthikeyan & Soori (7 films together), Soori & Yuvan Shankar Raja (7 films together), and Soori & Namo Narayana (7 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title is a playful Tamil rhyme meaning 'Kitten Billa, Sparrow Ranga', referencing the lead characters' carefree nicknames.
- Director Pandiraj originally planned to make this as a small-budget film but expanded the scale after the success of his earlier movie 'Pasanga'.
- Actor Vimal performed his own stunts for a chase sequence involving a moving train, which was filmed without a body double.
- The comedy scenes involving the two fathers were largely improvised by veteran actors Ilavarasu and Sathyan.
- A popular local Chennai restaurant, 'Rayar's Mess', was featured in multiple scenes to add authentic middle-class atmosphere.
- The film's soundtrack by Yuvan Shankar Raja includes a folk-style song 'Kadhal Vaithu' that uses traditional Tamil percussion instruments.
- Despite being a comedy, the movie subtly references real unemployment issues among Tamil youth in early 2010s.