
Yaathisai(2023)
Tamil121 mins
Set in the 7th century, Kodhi, an young hot-blooded warrior from the Einar clan, believes that his birth is destined to free his fellows from the nomadic life that they lead and goes on an impossible mission, to revolt against and defeat the Pandiyan king Ranadheeran.
Director:Dharani Rasendran
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Where to watch:
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Vi Movies and TV, Hotstar, Prime Video, Airtel Xstream Play (aha)
- Theatrical Release
- 21 April 2023
- Director
- Dharani Rasendran
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Rating
- 8.0/10
Storyline
In 7th century India, a young warrior named Kodhi believes he is destined to lead his clan to a better life. He sets out on a dangerous mission to overthrow the powerful King Ranadheeran.
“A warrior's destiny ignites a rebellion against a king.”
Film Details
8.0Rating
121Minutes
TamilLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date21 April 2023
Also Known AsYathisai · 亚瑟赛
Parental Guide
Violence
Moderate
Language
Moderate
Sex / Nudity
Moderate
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate
Where to Watch
Vibe & Tags
Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
survivalidentityjusticefamily
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexityrequires-attention
Audienceniche
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3
Cast & Crew
#1

Guru SomasundaramEyinan poosaari
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Subathra RobertPerumpalli Leader
→#3
#4S
Semmalar AnnamActor
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ChandrakumarActor
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S
S Ruby BeautyActor
→#6
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Vijay SeyonActor
→#7
R
Rajalakshmi GopalakrishnanDevaradiyar
→#8
S
SeyonKodhi ( Eyinan Tribe leader)
→#9
S
Shakthi MithranRanadheera Pandiyan
→#10
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Samar PeriyasamyEyinan Tribe warrior
→#11
D
Dharani RasendranDirector
→#12
K
K. J. GaneshCrew
→Trivia
- The film was shot entirely in Tamil Nadu, using real locations instead of sets to create an authentic 7th-century look.
- Director Dharani Rasendran also composed the film's background score, which uses traditional instruments like the parai and tharai.
- Many actors in the film are newcomers or from theatre backgrounds, with the lead actor, Shakti Mithran, being a debutant.
- The costumes were handmade using natural dyes and materials like palm leaves to match the historical period accurately.
- The film's title 'Yaathisai' means 'journey of music' in Tamil, reflecting the role of folk songs in the story.
- It was produced independently on a modest budget and gained attention for its realistic portrayal of ancient warfare.
- The script was developed after extensive research into the history of the Pandiya dynasty and tribal clans of Tamil Nadu.