Arrambam(2013)
Arrambam is a 2013 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film directed by Vishnuvardhan. The film stars Ajith Kumar, Arya, Nayanthara, Taapsee Pannu, and Rana Daggubati in a cameo appearance. The story follows Ashok Kumar, a former Anti-Terrorist Squad officer who seeks revenge against corrupt politicians responsible for supplying faulty bulletproof jackets to the military. He recruits a hacker and his girlfriend to help him expose the scam and steal the politicians' black money. The film was praised for its stylish action sequences, Ajith's performance, and Yuvan Shankar Raja's music. It was a commercial success, grossing over ₹100 crore at the box office. The film was released on 31 October 2013 for the Diwali festival.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 October 2013
- Director
- Vishnuvardhan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 32m
- Rating
- 6.3/10
Storyline
A former Anti-Terrorist Squad officer, Ashok Kumar, sets off bombs across Mumbai to draw attention to a deadly scam. He forces a young hacker named Arjun to help him steal black money from a corrupt politician. Together, they plan to expose the men responsible for selling faulty bulletproof jackets that killed hundreds of soldiers.
“The beginning of justice.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Arrambam
Cast reunions in this film: Nayantara & Yuvan Shankar Raja (12 films together), Arya & Yuvan Shankar Raja (11 films together), Ajith Kumar & Yuvan Shankar Raja (8 films together), Vishnuvardhan & Yuvan Shankar Raja (8 films together), Aadukalam Naren & Dinesh Master (6 films together), and Aadukalam Naren & Yuvan Shankar Raja (5 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Arrambam' means 'beginning' in Tamil, hinting at the start of a mission.
- Arya's character was originally written for a different actor, but he was cast after the script changed.
- The movie was shot in many real locations, including Chennai, Mumbai, and even Bangkok.
- A major stunt sequence involving a bus was filmed using a real bus and minimal CGI.
- The film's music composer, Yuvan Shankar Raja, is the son of legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja.
- It was one of the few Tamil films at the time to heavily feature hacking as a central plot device.
- The climax scene at the stadium required special permission and a large number of background artists.
