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| Naduvan | |
|---|---|
 Official release poster | |
| Directed by | Sharran Kumar |
| Written by | Sharran Kumar |
| Produced by | Lucky Chhajer |
| Starring | Bharath Aparna Vinod Gokul Anand |
| Cinematography | S. Yuva |
| Edited by | Sunny Sawrav |
| Music by | Dharan Kumar |
Production company | Cue Entertainment |
| Distributed by | SonyLIV |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
Naduvan (transl. Umpire/Neutral) is a 2021 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film written and directed by Sharran Kumar in his directorial debut.[1] The film stars Bharath and Aparna Vinod, with Gokul Anand and Aruvi Bala in supportive roles.[2] It was directly released on Sony LIV on 24 September 2021.
Plot
[edit]The film revolves around a happy couple, Karthik and Madhu, who lives with their young daughter. Shiva is a partner in Karthik’s tea factory. Guru, a worker in the factory, learns of a secret involving Shiva and Madhu. He is threatened. Meanwhile, a sequence of events leads to Karthik waiting for an opportunity to take revenge on his wife and partner.
Cast
[edit]- Bharath as Karthik
- Aparna Vinod as Madhu
- Gokul Anand as Shiva
- Aruvi Bala as Guru
- Dasarathi Narasimhan as Kathir
- George Maryan as Pazhani
- Yog Japee
Production
[edit]The film was announced by actor turned director Sharran Kumar who also revealed that he had nearly spent one and a half years to finish the script due to being busy with his acting assignments and schedules.[3] The film was to be made as a thriller with lead actor Bharath in the role of a young father of a young girl. Portions of the film were set in Kodaikanal.[4] The shoot of the film wrapped up on early January 2019.[5][3]
Soundtrack
[edit]The soundtrack was composed by Dharan Kumar.[6]
- Kaalai Adhikaalai - Sid Sriram
- Yaarin Vaazhkai - Santhosh Jayakaran
Reception
[edit]The Times of India wrote, "Director Sharran Kumar wants us to take this material seriously and tries to break the events into chapters and gives voice-overs about how there is a face behind every mask and a story behind each face, to make us believe there is more to the film that meets the eye. But unfortunately, such a gimmick only smacks of pretentiousness given how uninvolving the scenes are. The film actually has to become a completely different genre film to keep us engaged."[7]
References
[edit]- ^ "Bharath starrer 'Naduvan' packed with action". The Times of India. 7 January 2019. Retrieved 18 August 2020.
- ^ "நடுவனை நம்பும் பரத்". Dinamalar (in Tamil). 7 January 2019. Archived from the original on 7 January 2019. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ a b "It's a wrap for Bharath's Naduvan". The New Indian Express. 7 January 2019. Archived from the original on 29 January 2019. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ Menon, Thinkal (13 December 2018). "Bharath's next titled 'Naduvan'". The Times of India. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ "I still have a lot to prove as a hero: Bharath". The New Indian Express. 28 January 2019. Archived from the original on 29 January 2019. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
- ^ "Naduvan Songs Download: Naduvan MP3 Tamil Songs Online Free on". Gaana. Retrieved 23 August 2022.
- ^ Suganth, M (24 September 2021). "Naduvan Review: Naduvan is uninvolving for the most part". The Times of India. Retrieved 27 September 2021.
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Overview
Background
Naduvan is a 2021 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film.[7] The film marks the directorial debut of Sharran Kumar, who also served as its writer.[7] It was produced by Lucky Chhajer under the banner of Cue Entertainment.[8] The film was first announced in December 2018 with the release of its first-look poster. A sneak peek trailer was released in July 2020. Principal photography was completed by late 2018, but the film's release was delayed due to post-production challenges and the COVID-19 pandemic.[9][5][10] The title Naduvan translates to "Umpire" or "Neutral," evoking themes of impartiality amid conflict.[11] The story centers on a businessman confronting elements of betrayal through cheating and robbery.[2]Release details
Naduvan premiered exclusively on the streaming platform SonyLIV on 24 September 2021, bypassing a traditional theatrical release in line with the direct-to-OTT strategies adopted by many Indian films during the COVID-19 pandemic era.[12][13] The film runs for approximately 120 minutes, providing a compact thriller experience tailored for digital viewing.[6][14] Produced primarily in Tamil, Naduvan offers English subtitles on SonyLIV to enhance accessibility for non-native speakers.[12] Following its initial exclusive run on SonyLIV, the film became available for digital rental and purchase on platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube, expanding its reach beyond the original streaming window.[15][16]Production
Development
Sharran Kumar, making his directorial debut, spent nearly one and a half years developing the original screenplay for Naduvan, crafting a narrative centered on familial secrets and suspense.[17] The screenplay is structured into six chapters, utilizing flashbacks and segmented events to progressively disclose plot twists and character motivations.[18] The project was officially announced in July 2020, with the first look and teaser trailer released shortly thereafter to build anticipation for this action thriller.[7] Pre-production efforts, including script finalization and planning, encountered delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which disrupted film schedules across India starting in early 2020.[19]Casting and filming
The lead role of Karthik, a businessman and father, was portrayed by Bharath.[20] Aparna Vinod, known from Bairavaa, was cast as Madhu, Karthik's wife and a teacher, while Gokul Anand took on the supporting role of Shiva.[20] Additional supporting cast included Aruvi Bala as Guru.[21] Principal photography for Naduvan primarily occurred in Kodaikanal to capture the atmospheric hill station setting essential to the thriller's tone, with a significant portion of the film shot on location.[22] The production wrapped up in early January 2019, leaving only minor patchwork shots to complete.[21] Cinematographer Yuva handled the visuals, contributing to the tense and immersive sequences.[23] The shoot faced several challenges, including unpredictable weather and wildlife encounters in Kodaikanal that disrupted schedules.[22] The cast performed demanding stunts without body doubles, leading to injuries; for instance, Bharath sustained a hand injury during an action sequence but resumed filming immediately.[24] Lead actors Bharath, Aparna Vinod, and Gokul Anand worked extensively on these intense scenes, emphasizing the home invasion elements central to the plot.[21]Cast
Lead roles
Bharath Srinivasan stars as Karthik, the central protagonist and a dedicated businessman whose professional success is overshadowed by profound personal betrayal, driving much of the film's emotional core.[6][18] His portrayal emphasizes Karthik's internal conflict and resilience amid unraveling family ties.[25] Aparna Vinod takes on the role of Madhu, Karthik's wife, whose character anchors the narrative's examination of marital discord and infidelity, highlighting her complex position within the household dynamics.[4][26] Madhu's arc explores themes of secrecy and consequence without delving into overt resolution.[2] Gokul Anand plays Shiva, Karthik's longstanding best friend and business partner, who emerges as a pivotal antagonistic force, complicating loyalties and trust in their shared professional and personal spheres.[23][8] The character's depiction underscores betrayal's impact on close relationships.[27] Aruvi Bala portrays Guru, a key figure among the robbers as a leader in the invading group that introduces external chaos to the protagonists' world, adding layers of tension through his opportunistic and commanding presence.[26][28] Guru's role highlights the intruders' collective threat and individual motivations.[29]Supporting roles
In the film Naduvan, George Maryan portrays Pazhani, one of the key robbers in the group that infiltrates the protagonist's home, contributing to the escalating tension through his intense and menacing presence in the ensemble dynamics.[26] Yog Japee and Balaji play additional robbers, enhancing the group's interactions and the chaotic energy during the invasion sequences, which amplify the film's thriller elements.[1] Dasarathi Narasimhan appears as Kathir, a minor business associate who provides subtle support to the central characters' professional backdrop without dominating the narrative.[30] The ensemble of supporting actors, particularly the robbers and associates, plays a crucial role in advancing the chapter-based structure of the story, where each segment builds interpersonal conflicts and revelations through their collective contributions.[5]Soundtrack
Composition
The soundtrack for Naduvan was composed by Dharan Kumar, a prominent figure in Tamil film music known for his melodic and rhythmic compositions.[31] The album comprises six tracks that integrate situational songs with thematic background scores to support the film's thriller narrative.[32] Dharan Kumar collaborated closely with lyricist Madhan Karky, who penned the words for key songs including "Kaalai Adhikaalai" and "Yarin Vaalkai," ensuring the lyrics aligned with the emotional and suspenseful tones of the story.[33] The composition process focused on blending tension-building elements through a mix of electronic and orchestral sounds, characteristic of modern Tamil thriller soundscapes, while placing tracks to complement the film's chapter-based structure.[34]Track listing
The soundtrack of Naduvan, composed by Dharan Kumar, features six tracks released on March 24, 2021, by Sony Music Entertainment, ahead of the film's premiere on Sony LIV.[35][34] The album includes two vocal songs with playback by Sid Sriram and Santhosh Jayakaran, alongside four instrumental pieces that evoke tension and atmosphere suited to the thriller narrative.[36] Lyrics for the vocal tracks are credited to Madhan Karky.[37][34]| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kaalai Adhikaalai | Sid Sriram (playback), Dharan Kumar (additional vocals) | 4:47 | Romantic morning anthem highlighting themes of new beginnings.[37][35] |
| 2 | Yarin Vaalkai | Santhosh Jayakaran (playback), Dharan Kumar (additional vocals) | 4:35 | Reflective track exploring life's uncertainties.[38][35] |
| 3 | Naduvan Theme | Instrumental | 2:11 | Tense motif introducing the film's neutral umpire concept.[35][39] |
| 4 | Beginning of the End | Instrumental | 4:12 | Builds suspense for escalating conflict.[35][39] |
| 5 | Into the Night | Instrumental | 1:59 | Evokes nocturnal pursuit and mystery.[35][39] |
| 6 | The Search | Instrumental | 3:26 | Heightens tension during investigative sequences.[35][40] |