Cast
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Kamal Haasan
as Ramachandramurthy
Jayaram
as Iyappan Nair
Ramesh Aravind
as Ganesh
Sriman
as Hanumanth Reddy
Yugi Sethu
as Vedhantham "Vedham"
Simran
as Mythili
Ramya Krishnan
as Maragathavalli / Maggie
Urvashi
as Ammini
Sanghavi
as Chamundi
Aishwarya Bhaskar
as Mrs. Vedhantham
Vidhya Venkatesh
as Mrs. Reddy
Manivannan
as Smuggling boss
Kaikala Satyanarayana
as Reddy
Nagesh
as Parthasarathy
Master Bharath
as Nair's Son
Crew
Director
- K. S. Ravikumar
Producer
- P.L. Thenappan
- Rajat Nayyar
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Panchatanthiram represents a fascinating example of Comedy/Romance/Family cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director K. S. Ravikumar brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2002, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Panchatanthiram took approximately 17 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 153 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 208 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The costume department created over 249 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The screenplay went through 10 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2002, when this film is released:
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 28, 2002
- Runtime: 2h 33m
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