Cast
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Ajith Kumar
as Shiva
Nayanthara
as Mallika
Navdeep
as Narain
Pia Bajpiee
as Pooja
Jayaram
as Albert Adiya Patham
Suman Talwar
as John Chinnappa
Nassar
as Karthikeyan
Suhasini Maniratnam
as Kasthuri
Devan
as Ram Prasad
Cochin Haneefa
as Haneefa
Livingston
as Kamalakannan
Sathyan Sivakumar
as Mani
Sriman
as John's Bodyguard
Crew
Director
- Raju Sundaram
Producer
- C. Arun Pandian
- K. Karunamoorthy
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Romance film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Aegan distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Raju Sundaram 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 2008, 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 Aegan took approximately 10 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $0.5 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 135 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 180 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 2391 individual shots.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2008, when this film is released:
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- 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: October 25, 2008
- Runtime: 2h 15m
- Budget: $500,000
- Revenue: $500,000