Thalaivaa(2013)
Thalaivaa is a 2013 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film directed by A. L. Vijay. It stars Joseph Vijay in the lead role alongside Amala Paul, Santhanam, and Sathyaraj. The story follows Vishwa, a young man in Australia who returns to Mumbai after learning his father is a mafia don. He must take over his father's empire after the don is murdered by rival gangsters. The film explores themes of family loyalty, violence, and the loss of innocence. It received mixed to positive reviews for Vijay's performance and emotional depth. Thalaivaa was released on August 9, 2013, during the Ganesh Chaturthi festival period.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Hotstar, Prime Video, Sun Nxt, YouTube, Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 20 August 2013
- Director
- A. L. Vijay
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 55m
- Rating
- 5.9/10
Storyline
Vishwa lives a carefree life in Australia until he discovers his father is a powerful don in Mumbai's slums. After his father is killed, Vishwa must step into his shoes and fight a bloody war for control of Dharavi. He loses his love and his innocence along the way.
“A son becomes the leader”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Thalaivaa
Cast reunions in this film: Santhanam & Manobala (21 films together), Sathyaraj & Nassar (20 films together), Santhanam & Nassar (18 films together), Nassar & Manobala (16 films together), Nassar & G. V. Prakash Kumar (15 films together), and Santhanam & G. V. Prakash Kumar (11 films together).
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.