Tamil cinema witnessed the release of a powerful historical drama in 2024 with “Thangalaan,” directed by the acclaimed Pa. Ranjith. The film, starring the versatile Vikram in a dual role, delves into the harsh realities faced by the workers in the Kolar Gold Fields during the pre-independence era.
| Release Date | June 2024 |
| Language | Tamil |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, History |
| Dubbed In | Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Bengali |
| Cast | Vikram, Parvathy Thiruvothu, Malavika Mohanan, Pasupathy, Daniel Caltagirone, Hari Krishnan, Preeti Karan, Vettai Muthukumar |
| Director | Pa. Ranjith |
The trailer for “Thangalaan” is a visually stunning and emotionally charged glimpse into the film’s world. It effectively sets the tone for the historical setting, the fierce struggle of the miners, and the central conflict.
The film’s emotional center is formed by Vikram’s riveting portrayal of mine worker Surya and his father, Velonie, a liberation fighter. He has strong backing from:
Pasupathy plays the cunning and brutal British mine boss.
Parvathy Thiruvothu plays a doctor battling for workers’ rights, and she does it subtly.
Malavika Mohanan gives the story a hint of mystery and romance.
The movie’s setting is given depth and authenticity by veteran performers like Vettai Muthukumaran, Hari Krishnan, and Daniel Caltagirone.
An Account of Abuse and Opposition
“Thangalaan” exposes the harsh labor conditions and repressive policies that British miners had to endure. The film centers on Velonie, a ferocious freedom warrior who spearheads an uprising against the laborers’ mistreatment.
Release Date: June 12, 2024Running Time: Approximately 2 hours and 15 minutesGenre: Historical drama, ActionProduction Companies: Studio Green, Neelam ProductionsAwards and Nominations (Information not available yet as of today, March 7, 2024)
