Viman(2022)
Venkat Prabu is an irresponsible son from a middle class family who grew up with some conflicts. He alienates himself from his father, who has married another woman. However, he feels lucky for having a loving mother as well as a unique and amazing relationship with his step brother, Kabilan. Venkat realises his love feelings for Shalini and is frustrated at making the relationship work. During a frustrating moment, Venkat accidentally apprehends the mysterious power that inverts his whole life. He aims to get wealth and love by utilising his power, but the police and gangsters alike tracking down the mysterious power too.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 24 March 2022
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Rating
- 4.5/10
Storyline
A careless young man from a middle-class family has a strained relationship with his father. He discovers a mysterious power that turns his life upside down. He uses this power to chase money and love, but both police and criminals are now hunting for his secret.
“When power falls into the wrong hands, everything flips.”
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Trivia
- The film's title 'Viman' means 'aircraft' in Tamil, but here it metaphorically represents the protagonist's journey to elevate his life.
- Director Kishok previously worked as an assistant director on several Tamil films before making his directorial debut with this movie.
- The movie was shot extensively in and around Chennai, with key scenes filmed at the Chennai International Airport to enhance the aviation theme.
- Actor Venkat Prabu, known for comic roles, performed his own stunts for many action sequences in this more serious character part.
- The film's soundtrack was composed by Sam C.S., who used a mix of electronic and traditional instruments to create a futuristic sound.
- Despite its 2022 release, the film's script was reportedly in development since 2018, facing delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The story incorporates elements of Tamil family dramas while blending them with a sci-fi adventure plot, an uncommon genre mix in Kollywood.