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Vettai Naai(2021)

6.4/10
Tamil122 mins

Vettai Naai (2021) is a 122-minute Tamil film directed by Jai Shankar. Starring Ramki, Vijith and Sona Nair. With an audience rating of 6.4/10, Vettai Naai stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2021.

Director:Jai Shankar
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
26 February 2021
Director
Jai Shankar
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 2m
GudVibe Rating
6.4/10

Storyline

A small-time criminal in a village near Kodaikanal tries to turn his life around after getting married. He seeks redemption and a fresh start, leaving his violent past behind.

A rowdy seeks redemption through love.

Film Details

6.4Rating
122Minutes
TamilLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date26 February 2021
Also Known AsVettainaai

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
redemptionfamilyjusticecorruption
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • The film's title 'Vettai Naai' translates to 'Hunting Dog', symbolising the protagonist's relentless pursuit of redemption.
  • Director Jai Shankar is also a former assistant to director A.R. Murugadoss, known for films like 'Ghajini'.
  • The movie was primarily shot in and around Kodaikanal, using local villagers as background artists for authenticity.
  • Actor RK Suresh, known for villain roles, played a rare lead character as a reformed gangster in this film.
  • The film's soundtrack was composed by Ghibran, who is recognised for his experimental scores in Tamil cinema.
  • Despite its 2021 release, the film had a very limited theatrical run due to the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
  • The story explores the local 'katta panchayat' (informal village justice system) as a key plot element.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Vettai Naai

Frequently Asked Questions