
Pandianadu(2013)
Tamil145 mins
Pandianadu (2013) is a 145-minute Tamil film directed by Suseenthiran. Starring Lakshmi Menon, Vikranth and Vishal. With an audience rating of 6.1/10, Pandianadu stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2013.
Director:Suseenthiran
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 2 November 2013
- Director
- Suseenthiran
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- GudVibe Rating
- 6.1/10
Storyline
A timid young man lives a peaceful life with his family. After a powerful gangster murders his brother, he and his father each set out on their own paths for revenge.
“A timid man must become a warrior to avenge his family.”
Film Details
6.1Rating
145Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date2 November 2013
Also Known AsPandianadu · Pandiya Nadu · Pandiya Naadu · Palnaddu · Shiva Ka Badla · Paandiya Naadu · PandiyaNaadu · PaandiyaNaadu
Parental Guide
Violence
Moderate
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate
Vibe & Tags
Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
revengefamilyjusticecorruption
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3
Reviews & Ratings
Your Rating
6.1/10Rating
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film's title 'Pandiya Naadu' refers to the historic Pandya kingdom, which had its capital in Madurai, the film's setting.
- Actor Vijay Sethupathi made a cameo appearance as a police officer, marking one of his early uncredited roles before his rise to fame.
- Director Suseenthiran initially planned a different climax but changed it after discussions with the film's producers.
- The movie was shot extensively in real locations across Madurai to capture the city's raw and authentic atmosphere.
- Composer D. Imman used traditional folk instruments like the 'urumi' and 'thavil' to enhance the local flavor of the soundtrack.
- The film's success led to a Telugu dubbed version titled 'Pandiya Nadu', which also performed well in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
- Actor Kalaiyarasan, who played a supporting role, was reportedly selected after the director saw his work in short films.
Notable Collaborations
Frequent partnerships reunited in Pandianadu
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