| Item | Details | |------|---------| | | Thenaliraman | | Language | Tamil | | Genre | Action / Drama | | Release Year | 2017 | | Director | Ramesh Selvan | | Producer | R. B. Choudary (Super Good Films) | | Screenplay / Story | Ramesh Selvan | | Music | D. Imman | | Cinematography | G. R. N. R. | | Editor | Gopi Krishna | | Lead Cast | Madhavan as Thenaliraman (also known as “Theni”); Nikki Galrani as Priya; Mohan Babu , Saranya Ponvannan , Vivek (supporting roles) | | Runtime | Approx. 150 minutes | | Plot Summary | The film follows the life of Thenaliraman, a charismatic and righteous man who returns to his hometown after a stint abroad. He becomes a protector of the local community, confronting corrupt politicians, land‑grabbers, and criminal elements that threaten the welfare of the villagers. Alongside his love interest Priya, he battles social injustice while also dealing with personal dilemmas that test his values and resolve. The story blends high‑octane action sequences with emotional drama and a dose of comedy, typical of mainstream Tamil cinema. | | Key Themes | Social justice, community solidarity, corruption, love, and personal sacrifice. | | Music Highlights | The soundtrack, composed by D. Imman, includes numbers such as “Kalasala Kalasala”, “Vaarthaiyil” and “Aathichudi”. The songs blend folk rhythms with contemporary arrangements and were fairly popular on Tamil radio and streaming charts at the time of release. | | Reception | The film received mixed reviews. Critics praised Madhavan’s energetic performance and the film’s mass‑appeal action set‑pieces, while pointing out a predictable storyline and uneven pacing. Box‑office performance was modest, with the film performing better in certain regional circuits where the lead actor has a strong fan base. | | Trivia | * Thenaliraman marks one of the few collaborations between Madhavan and director Ramesh Selvan. * The film’s title is a play on the legendary Tamil poet “Thiruvalluvar” (also known as “Thiruvalluvar” → “Thirunavukkarasar”), reflecting the protagonist’s role as a moral guide for his people. | | Awards / Nominations | The movie did not secure major awards, but it was nominated for a few technical categories (e.g., stunt coordination) at regional award ceremonies. | How to Watch “Thenaliraman” Legally If you’re interested in watching the film, here are the usual legal avenues to explore: