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Thalaivaa(2013)

5.9/10
Tamil182 mins

Thalaivaa (2013) is a 182-minute Tamil film directed by A. L. Vijay. Starring Vijay, Sathyaraj and Amala Paul. With an audience rating of 5.9/10, Thalaivaa stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2013.

Director:A. L. Vijay
Mood:
emotionalsuspensefulinspiring

Quick Facts

Streaming on
Hotstar, Prime Video, Sun Nxt
Theatrical Release
20 August 2013
Director
A. L. Vijay
Language
Tamil
Runtime
3h 2m
GudVibe Rating
5.9/10

Storyline

A mob boss sends his son abroad to keep him away from his criminal life. However, the son travels to Mumbai for a simple family visit. He is then forced to step into his father's role and take over the underworld empire.

A son's visit home changes everything.

Film Details

5.9Rating
182Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date20 August 2013
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsThalaiva · Anna · Leader · タライヴァー

Parental Guide

Violence
High
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
High

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalsuspensefulinspiring
Themes
familyidentitycorruptionjustice
Toneintense
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withwith-partner
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • The film's release was delayed in Tamil Nadu due to political tensions, but it released on time in other states and overseas.
  • Vijay's character Vishwa was originally planned to be a boxer, but the script was changed to make him a dancer.
  • A. L. Vijay directed this after 'Madrasapattinam' and 'Deiva Thirumagal', marking a shift to a full-fledged action hero role for the star.
  • The song 'Vaanganna Vanakkanganna' was shot in Australia and features a cameo by Australian cricketer Brett Lee.
  • The climax fight scene was filmed in a specially constructed set resembling a large godown or warehouse.
  • Actress Amala Paul played the female lead, and this was her first pairing with Vijay after her breakthrough in 'Mynaa'.
  • The film's title 'Thalaivaa' means 'Leader' and was also used as a popular nickname for Vijay among his fans.

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