Cast
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Ravi Mohan
as Mahesh
Kamna Jethmalani
as Deepika
Prakash Raj
as Mayilravanan
Santhanam
as Mahesh
Nassar
as Aalwar
Neelima Rani
as Anitha
Ramesh Khanna
as
Madhan Bob
as
G. Gnanasambandam
as
Jyothirmayi
as Special appearance
Kaajal Pasupathi
as Sun Music VJ
Vani Viswanath
as Sudha Rani IAS
Kalpana
as Kamala
Krishna
as Joesph Krishna
Jagan
as
Crew
Director
- Saran
Writer
- Saran
Producer
- K. Balachander
- Pushpa Kandaswamy
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Comedy/Action/Romance film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Idhaya Thirudan distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Saran 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 2006, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Idhaya Thirudan took approximately 27 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 154 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 177 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The musical score contains over 54 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2006, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: February 3, 2006
- Runtime: 2h 34m
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