Cast
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Ajith Kumar
as Subramanium Siva / Paramasivan / Eshwar
Laila
as Malar
Vivek
as Agniputra
Prakash Raj
as PC 'Nethiadi' Nandakumar
Jayaram
as CBI Nair
Nassar
as Vetrivel / Police
Kota Srinivasa Rao
as Swamy Kathirvethi
Rajesh
as SI Ganapathy / Paramasivan's father
Santhana Bharathi
as Malar's father
Avinash
as DGP Rajasekar
Mayilsamy
as Police Inspector
Sathyan Sivakumar
as Police officer Sathya
Seetha
as Paramasivan's mother
Aishwarya Bhaskar
as Malar's stepmother
KPAC Lalitha
as Malar's grandmother
Crew
Director
- P. Vasu
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Paramasivan examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director P. Vasu 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 character development and emotional depth 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 Paramasivan took approximately 13 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 157 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 194 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The film contains approximately 1407 individual shots.
- The costume department created over 220 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2006, 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: January 14, 2006
- Runtime: 2h 37m
- Budget: $500,000
- Revenue: $500,000