Issaki(2013)
Issaki is a 2013 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed and written by M. Ganesan. The film stars Sharran Kumar in the titular role alongside Aashritha and Chitra Lakshmanan. Set in a rural Tamil village, the story follows a young couple whose love is opposed by both families. The narrative explores the intense conflict between personal desire and parental authority. The film was produced by Merit Media and released on May 31, 2013. It is noted for its realistic portrayal of traditional family dynamics and the emotional toll of forced separation. The runtime is 137 minutes.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube, Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 31 May 2013
- Director
- M. Ganeshan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 17m
- Rating
- 4.9/10
Storyline
A young man named Issaki falls in love with a woman from his village. Their families strongly oppose the relationship. The couple must decide whether to obey their parents or fight for their love.
“Love that families tried to destroy”
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Trivia
- The film was shot in Madurai, capturing the city's real-life temples and streets for authenticity.
- Director S. P. Rajkumar initially planned a different title but changed it to 'Isakki', a name associated with a local goddess.
- Lead actor Sharran Kumar was primarily known for supporting roles in bigger films before this lead part.
- The movie's soundtrack, composed by Srikanth Deva, included a folk-inspired song that became popular in rural areas.
- It faced competition from several bigger-budget Tamil releases during its theatrical run in 2013.
- A key fight sequence was choreographed to avoid typical stunt clichés and reflect the protagonist's raw style.
- The film's plot draws loosely on local folklore about protective spirits, which is hinted at in the title.