Gambeeram (transl. Bravery) is a 2004 Indian Tamil-language action film directed by Suresh, starring Sarath Kumar, Laila, Vadivelu, Pranathi and Tanikella Bharani.
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Directed by | Suresh |
Written by | Suresh |
Produced by | S. S. Durai Raj |
Starring | Sarath Kumar Laila Pranathi Vadivelu Tanikella Bharani |
Cinematography | Y. N. Murali |
Edited by | V. T. Vijayan |
Music by | Mani Sharma |
Production company | Mass Movie Mekker |
Release date |
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Running time | 160 minutes |
Country | India |
Language | Tamil |
Budget | ₹3 crore[1] |
Cast
edit- Sarath Kumar as ACP R. Muthusamy IPS
- Tanikella Bharani as Minister Rajendran
- Vadivelu as PC Oomathurai
- Laila as Vijayalakshmi
- Pranathi as Saroja, Muthusamy's first wife and adult Krithika
- Baby Monica as Krithika, Muthusamy's daughter
- Ravichandran (guest appearance)
- Peeli Sivam
- Sethu Vinayagam as Businessman
- Manikka Vinayagam as K. Manibharathi
- Pandu as Rajendran's assistant
- Jasper as Naaga
- Bayilvan Ranganathan
- Singamuthu as Police officer
- Thalapathy Dinesh
Soundtrack
editSoundtrack was composed by Mani Sharma and lyrics were written by Pa. Vijay and Kabilan.[2]
No. | Song | Singers | Lyrics |
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1 | "Naanaga Naan" | Sujatha, Vijay Yesudas | Kabilan |
2 | "Oru Chinna Vennila" | Kalpana Raghavendar | |
3 | "Kannin Maniye" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam Vaishali unnikrishnan | P. Vijay |
4 | "Sembaruthipoove" | Srinivas, Ganga | |
5 | "Sambalkadu" | Sangeetha |
Reception
editThe film received mixed reviews from critics.
Indiaglitz wrote, "Sarath seems to have worked well in terms of shaping his physique for the role. Some of his utterances at politicians seem pre-conceived. Laila plays a police constable. She takes care of Sarath Kumar's daughter and appears in a couple of songs. Vadivelu evokes laughter at places. Thanikala Bharani, a Tollywood comedian is introduced as villain in the movie. Kanal Kannan's stunts, Y N Murali's cinematography and V T Vijayan's editing add strength to the film.".[3]
Sify wrote, "It is an out and out Sarath Kumar film as he dominates the film till the end. In action scenes he flexes his muscles and fights with a new villain Jasper (who is 165 kg!), and looks awesome. Laila has nothing much to do other than speak in her shrieky dubbed voice and sing duets with the hero. New girl Pranathi is promising, while Vadivelu's comedy does an interesting sideshow as a dumb cop. Suresh tries to make a racy cop story, which lacks a strong screenplay. The music of Mani Sharma is nothing great.".[4]
Malathi Rangarajan of The Hindu wrote, ""Gambeeram" offers a solid role for Sarathkumar. With commendable underplay and agile action Sarath does justice to the job on hand. Laila's scared, vulnerable look suits her to perfection. And debutant Pranathi's sparkling eyes help her make an impression as Sarath's wife Saroja. This is another comedy track in which Vadivelu evokes some healthy laughter. The new `villain' Thanikala Bharani and that hulk of a fighter (Jasper) are just stereotypes. Manisharma's re-recording has never believed in mellowed sound. True to its name, "Gambeeram" looks majestic, dignified and commanding in every frame.".[5]
Cinesouth wrote "The story doesn’t sem to proceed towards a fixed destination. Villains come and go in bits and pieces. This has lessened the involvement in the film. And, since these villains are committing their atrocities on characters that the audience is not familiar with, the impact is lost".[6]
Chennai Online wrote "It must be admitted that with his well-toned physique, Sharat Kumar does cut a handsome figure as the hardened cop. Pranathi's (from Malayalam films) natural sweet disposition impresses, she playing the ACP's wife. Laila gives more comic relief than Vadivelu as the timid constable holding a torch for the ACP. The final twist in the tale is appreciable".[7]
References
edit- ^ Gambeeram budget was 3 crore
- ^ "Gambeeram Tamil Movie High Quality mp3 Songs Listen and Download Music By Mani Sharma StarMusiQ.com". Archived from the original on 22 November 2015.
- ^ "Tamil Cinema News | Tamil Movie Reviews | Tamil Movie Trailers - IndiaGlitz Tamil". Archived from the original on 24 October 2004.
- ^ "Movie Review : Gambeeram". Sify. Archived from the original on 17 April 2014. Retrieved 9 August 2022.
- ^ "The Hindu : Gambeeram". Archived from the original on 3 July 2004.
- ^ "Gambheeram". Cinesouth. Archived from the original on 2 April 2004. Retrieved 13 July 2024.
- ^ Mannath, Malini (5 March 2004). "Gambeeram". Chennai Online. Archived from the original on 15 October 2006. Retrieved 13 July 2024.