Thalapathy Vijay
Vettaikaran (2009): The Ultimate "Police" Ravi Masala Feast If you are a die-hard fan of , 2009 was a year that delivered a quintessential mass entertainer: Vettaikaran . Directed by debutant B. Babusivan and produced by the legendary AVM Productions , this film is a high-octane mix of action, comedy, and chart-topping music that remains a "guilty pleasure" for many Tamil cinema lovers. The Plot: From Aspiring Cop to Vigilante
Cinematography & Editing
: Handled by S. Gopinath and V. T. Vijayan, respectively. Box Office and Critical Reception
- The "MGR" Connect: The title Vettaikaaran was taken from a classic MGR movie (1964). Vijay paying homage to the legendary actor was a talking point during the release.
- AVM Productions: This film marked the 50th year of the legendary production house AVM. It was considered a prestigious project.
- Srihari’s Role: The late actor Srihari's character name "Sonna Puram Chitti" became quite famous for its unique styling and dialogue delivery.
- Box Office: The film was a commercial success, released during the Diwali season of 2009. It catered strictly to the "B and C" center audiences (mass markets) and performed well there.
- Vijay's performance and screen presence
- Engaging storyline with a strong social message
- Memorable dialogues and punchlines
- Good chemistry between leads
- Impressive action sequences
Vettaikaran (2009): A High-Octane Flashback to Vijay’s "Police Ravi" Era Released on December 18, 2009, Vettaikaaran
Guide to Vettaikaaran (2009)
