
Jama(2024)
Tamil133 mins
Jama (2024) is a 133-minute Tamil film. Starring Jesuraj, KVN Manimegalai and Gopal Krishna. With an audience rating of 8.0/10, Jama stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2024.
Mood:
emotionalinspiringdark
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 2 August 2024
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- GudVibe Rating
- 8.0/10
Storyline
Kalyanam is a young folk artist trying to carry on his father's tradition. He faces pressure from rivals, his mother's wishes, and his own doubts. The story follows his personal struggle to lead his artistic group while balancing love and society's expectations.
“A legacy to uphold, a heart divided.”
Film Details
8.0Rating
133Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date2 August 2024
Also Known AsJamaa
Parental Guide
Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionalinspiringdark
Themes
identityfamilysurvivalcorruption
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withfamily
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
8/10Rating
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Cast & Crew
#1
J
JesurajActor
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K
KVN ManimegalaiActor
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G
Gopal KrishnaCrew
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S
Sri Krishna DayalActor
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#6K
Kaala KumarActor
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Ammu AbhiramiActor
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Trivia
- The film's title 'Jama' refers to a traditional folk art form in Tamil Nadu, often performed during temple festivals.
- Director Pari Elavazhagan spent months researching with real Koothu artists to authentically depict their lifestyle and struggles.
- The lead actor underwent intensive training for over three months to master the specific gestures and rhythms of Koothu performance.
- Several scenes were shot in actual village temples and during real folk art festivals to capture genuine atmosphere.
- The film's soundtrack incorporates original folk instruments and rhythms rarely heard in mainstream Tamil cinema.
- A key conflict in the story mirrors real-life tensions between traditional artists and modern entertainment industries.
- The movie faced challenges finding funding as it focused on a niche cultural subject rather than commercial formulas.