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Thimiru
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Directed byTarun Gopi
Written byG. V. Renjith
Produced byVikram Krishna
Starring
CinematographyPriyan
Edited byV. T. Vijayan
Music byYuvan Shankar Raja
Production
company
G K Film Corporation
Release date
  • 4 August 2006 (2006-08-04)
Running time
139 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageTamil

Thimiru (transl. Arrogance) is a 2006 Indian Tamil-language action film directed by Tarun Gopi (in his directorial debut), written by G. V. Renjith and produced by Vikram Krishna under G K Film Corporation. It stars Vishal, alongside Reema Sen, Sriya Reddy, Vadivelu, Manoj K. Jayan, Vinayakan and I. M. Vijayan. The music was composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja, while cinematography and editing were handled by Priyan and V. T. Vijayan.

Thimiru was released on 4 August 2006 and became a major commercial success.[1] The film was dubbed in Telugu as Pogaru and was later remade in Kannada as Minchu.[2]

Plot

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Ganesh arrives from Madurai to continue his MBBS degree in Chennai. Srimathy, Ganesh's professor's daughter, wants to thank Ganesh for helping her escape from goons. When Ganesh and Srimathy meet, they are surprised as they already know each other, leading to Ganesh and Srimathy's past.

Past: Eswari, an arrogant moneylender, lends money at usurious rates and goes after families who cannot repay the money. Srimathy's family gets into trouble with Eswari, where Ganesh helps Srimathy's folks. Eswari falls for Ganesh's bravery and proposes to him, but he rejects her. Eswari kidnaps Ganesh's parents and threatens him to accept her, but Ganesh thwarts her plans. Eswari angrily tries to kill Ganesh, but accidentally dies in a mishap. Eswari's brothers Periya Karuppu and Chinna Karuppu assume Ganesh and Srimathy to be responsible for their sister's death, where they resolve to kill them.

Present: Chinna Karuppu learns that Ganesh and Srimathy are in Chennai and confronts him. Ganesh defeats Chinna Karuppu, who falls down from a building despite Ganesh trying to save him. Periya Karuppu confronts Ganesh and Srimathy, but Ganesh defeats him and reveals about his efforts to save Chinna Karuppu and Eshwari. Ganesh and Srimathy walk away after realizing their love for each other.

Cast

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Cameo appearances

Production

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Tarun Gopi was keen on casting Sriya Reddy in an antagonistic role and was only successful after several rounds of negotiation, with the casting subsequently winning acclaim post-release.[3]

Soundtrack

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The soundtrack was composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja in his second collaboration with Vishal after Sandakozhi. The soundtrack released on 21 July 2006 and features 6 tracks overall, including an instrumental track. Rajesh Ramanath lifted the five songs for the Kannada remake Minchu, but did not give due credit to Yuvan Shankar Raja. The major background scores of Pattiyal were reused in this movie by Yuvan Shankar Raja for the action scenes.[4][5]

Track listing
No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Kattikko Rappa Rappa"Pa. VijayKunal Ganjawala, Shreya Ghoshal4:43
2."Maana Madurai"Na. MuthukumarShankar Mahadevan4:47
3."Mani Mani"Pa. VijayAnushka Manchanda4:27
4."Oppurane Oppurane"YugabharathiGangai Amaran3:29
5."Thithikkara Vayasu"Na. MuthukumarAnupama5:02
6."Theme Music" Instrumental1:41

Reception

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Malini Mannath of Chennai Online wrote "A promising effort by the director, which however falls short of the entertainment value of Vishal's earlier film Sandakozhi."[6] Rajaraman. R of Nowrunning wrote "Thimiru is a thorough entertainer with gripping fight sequences and excellent screenplay."[7] Cinesouth wrote "The tight screenplay where there is no lapse into dullness at any point, makes it hard to believe that this is his [Tarun Gopi] first directorial venture".[8] Lajjavathi of Kalki in a negative review, criticized Sriya Reddy's character, Vadivelu's humour and logical mistakes but praised Yuvan's music and editing.[9]

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Thimiru is a Indian Tamil-language action film written and directed by in his directorial debut and produced by under the banner of GK Film Company. It stars Vishal as the protagonist Ganesh, a medical student from , alongside as Srimathy, as Easwari, and as the hostel warden, with supporting roles by , , and I. M. Vijayan. The film's music was composed by , featuring six tracks including "Maana Madurai" and "Thi Thikkara Vayasu". The narrative centers on Ganesh, who relocates to for his medical studies and develops a romance with Srimathy, but soon faces from a of local goons led by the ruthless moneylender Easwari. A kind-hearted individual by nature, Ganesh is compelled to revive his former rowdy persona from to safeguard his loved ones and exact justice against the antagonists. The screenplay blends action sequences, romance, and comedy, highlighted by Vadivelu's comedic timing and high-energy fight choreography. Released on 4 August 2006, Thimiru achieved commercial success, emerging as one of the top-grossing Tamil films of the year due to its engaging storyline and Vishal's mass-appeal performance. The soundtrack, released prior to the film, was praised for its peppy melodies and became a chart-topper, contributing significantly to the movie's popularity. The film was subsequently dubbed in Telugu as Pogaru and in as The Return of Zid in 2009, and remade in as Minchu in 2009, reflecting its widespread appeal across regional Indian cinema.

Synopsis

Plot

Ganesh, a young man from Madurai with a rowdy past, arrives in Chennai to complete his fourth-year medical studies, seeking to leave his violent history behind and become a doctor. In a flashback to Madurai, Ganesh intervenes when Eswari, a ruthless moneylender and sister of local gangsters Periya Karuppu and Chinna Karuppu, publicly humiliates Srimathy, the daughter of his professor, over an unpaid loan by tearing her saree. Ganesh fights off Eswari's brothers and retaliates by disrobing Eswari, earning her infatuation. She proposes marriage, but Ganesh rejects her. Enraged, Eswari kidnaps Ganesh's parents to force acceptance, but during the rescue, she accidentally dies in a freak mishap involving an electric fuse box. Blaming Ganesh, her brothers vow revenge and pursue him to Chennai. In , Ganesh avoids trouble to focus on his studies but reunites with Srimathy, who has moved there, leading to a romance filled with tender moments. However, Eswari's brothers track him down, launching escalating attacks to kill him, disrupting his life and drawing Srimathy into the danger. Ganesh grapples with his reformed identity, torn between non-violence and protecting his loved ones, while Srimathy's support encourages him to fight for . Key confrontations include street brawls where Ganesh overpowers assailants with his fighting skills, a chase sequence, and an ambush at his college. comes from the hostel warden, played by . The conflict climaxes in a massive showdown where Ganesh battles waves of goons and defeats Eswari's brothers in intense , dismantling their gang and ensuring safety for Srimathy and his family. Srimathy's father acknowledges Ganesh's heroism. In the resolution, Ganesh graduates as a doctor, marries Srimathy, and achieves redemption by balancing his past and future.

Cast

Vishal stars as Ganesh, a reformed rowdy who embodies an intense action-hero persona while navigating his new life as a medical student. plays Srimathy, the strong-willed love interest who adds emotional depth to the central romance. portrays Eswari, the ruthless antagonist whose vengeful pursuit drives the film's primary conflict. appears as Warden Vallaran, serving as the comic sidekick whose humorous antics provide levity amid the action sequences. is cast as a police inspector, contributing to the subplot, while features in a brief . Vadivelu's inclusion as the bumbling hostel warden effectively balances the film's high-octane action with signature comedic relief.
ActorCharacterRole Summary
VishalGaneshReformed rowdy turned medical student and lead protagonist.
SrimathyStrong-willed love interest and fellow student.
EswariVengeful antagonist orchestrating the main threats.
Warden VallaranComic sidekick as the quirky hostel warden.
Periya KaruppuSupporting henchman in the antagonistic gang.
Chinna KaruppuSupporting thug aiding the central conflict.
(Cameo)Special appearance in a supporting sequence.

Production

Development

Thimiru marked the directorial debut of , who had previously assisted directors and Upendra before transitioning to writing and directing. Gopi penned the screenplay himself, drawing from a story by , with the narrative centering on themes of youthful arrogance and personal redemption. The title Thimiru derives from the Tamil word meaning "arrogance," reflecting the protagonist's central character trait. The film was produced by , Vishal's elder brother, under the banner of GK Film Corporation, marking their second collaboration after . The project was positioned as a high-energy action entertainer tailored to capitalize on Vishal's rising popularity following his breakout success. Securing Vishal as the lead involved negotiations amid his post-Sandakozhi commitments, but Gopi's vision of an intense, transformation-driven role aligned with the actor's preference for mass-oriented scripts. For the music, selected composer early in to infuse the soundtrack with energetic, youth-centric tracks that would complement the film's themes.

Filming

for Thimiru took place in 2006 under the direction of . The production featured contributions from key technical crew members, including cinematographer , who handled the visuals to support the film's action-oriented narrative. The action sequences were choreographed by stunt coordinator 'Kanal' Kannan, known for his work in . Lead actor Vishal performed most of his own stunts, consistent with his career practice that has resulted in numerous injuries requiring stitches. was managed by , who assembled the footage into a cohesive 139-minute runtime focused on the film's high-energy confrontations. included efforts by the principal cast and limited to amplify the intensity of the fight scenes without relying on extensive CGI.

Music

Soundtrack

The soundtrack of Thimiru was composed by , consisting of six tracks that blend peppy rhythms, romantic melodies, and energetic beats to complement the film's youthful action narrative. Released on 31 July 2006 by , the album marked Raja's second collaboration with lead actor Vishal after (2005). The tracks were recorded at studios in , with Raja handling the arrangement and orchestration alongside regular collaborators. Upon release, the achieved commercial success, topping charts on radio and music platforms and contributing significantly to the film's pre-release buzz.
No.TitleSinger(s)LyricistLength
1Kattikko Rappa Rappa, 4:44
2Maana Madurai4:46
3Mani Mani4:27
4Oppurane Oppurane3:30
5Thi Thikkara VayasuAnupama5:04
6Thimiru1:41
"Kattikko Rappa Rappa" serves as an upbeat that underscores the film's energetic action sequences and the protagonist's daring , featuring Middle Eastern-inspired interludes. "Maana Madurai" is a melodic romantic number highlighting the lead pair's emotional connection in the love arc, with its synth-driven melody evoking . "Mani Mani" (also known as "Money Money") is a groovy item that adds a playful, seductive vibe to a celebratory scene, emphasizing themes of allure and fun. "Oppurane Oppurane" functions as a folk-tinged track for comedic relief, integrating humorously into lighter narrative moments. "Thi Thikkara Vayasu" captures the youthful exuberance of the story's coming-of-age elements through its lively rhythm, while the title track "Thimiru" builds tension with its haunting tune, often used to heighten action buildups. No individual songs from the soundtrack received awards or nominations at major ceremonies like the Filmfare Awards South or Vijay Awards.

Background score

The background score for Thimiru was composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja, in his second collaboration with lead actor Vishal following Sandakozhi. The score effectively provides the energy required for the film's action sequences, supporting the suspense and overall mood. It has been commended for elevating the emotional depth and intensity of action moments, contributing significantly to the film's engaging pace and mass-oriented appeal. Yuvan Shankar Raja's work on the background music was highlighted as a key element that adds to the cinematic attraction alongside the visuals.

Release

Theatrical release

Thimiru was theatrically released on 4 August 2006 across , marking a significant launch for lead actor Vishal in . The film, produced by GK Films Corporation, was distributed domestically by the same banner. Premiere events took place in , where early screenings of action sequences from promotional trailers generated positive buzz among audiences, highlighting Vishal's emerging mass hero persona through bold posters and marketing campaigns emphasizing high-octane stunts and confrontations. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) awarded the film a U/A rating, suitable for viewers above 12 years with parental guidance, allowing broader accessibility while accommodating its intense action elements. With a running time of 155 minutes, the film featured initial screenings that drew strong turnout in urban centers like Chennai and Madurai, fueled by Vishal's rugged image and the film's thematic focus on youthful defiance. A dubbed Telugu version titled Pogaru was released subsequently.

Home media and distribution

The DVD of Thimiru was released in late 2006 by , shortly following its theatrical run, making it available for home viewing in Tamil-speaking regions and abroad. This format capitalized on the film's popularity, offering viewers access to its action sequences and Yuvan Shankar Raja's soundtrack in standard definition with audio. No official Blu-ray release is confirmed in major databases, though upgraded versions have circulated through specialty retailers catering to enthusiasts. The film's television premiere aired on Sun TV, the leading Tamil channel, with subsequent repeats including broadcasts in 2015 and multiple times in the 2020s, such as on April 10, 2019, and August 17, 2024, broadening its reach to household audiences. As of November 2025, Thimiru is available for streaming on , Sun TV's digital platform, allowing on-demand access in HD for subscribers in and select international markets. International distribution targeted communities in the UK and primarily through DVD sales and later digital streaming, with copies marketed via retailers for overseas viewers. The film's initial theatrical drove demand for these ancillary formats, contributing to sustained ancillary revenue from home media and sales. Fan-driven events marked the film's 15-year anniversary in 2021, including tributes and discussions, though no widespread theatrical re-release occurred. have since been monetized through platforms like , ensuring ongoing availability without specific revenue figures disclosed publicly.

Reception

Critical response

Thimiru received mixed reviews from critics upon its release, with praise centered on lead actor Vishal's energetic performance and the film's action sequences, while drawing criticism for its formulaic plot and weak screenplay. Vishal was commended for his intense portrayal of a tormented medical student who transforms into a vengeful fighter, effectively capturing the character's emotional depth and physicality. The action choreography by was highlighted as a standout element, with well-executed fight scenes that elevated the commercial appeal. Critics noted the film's reliance on conventional tropes, describing it as a "commercial potboiler" that prioritizes mass entertainment over narrative innovation. Behindwoods appreciated Yuvan Shankar Raja's music and Priyan's but noted the simplistic and predictable storyline. Rediff echoed this, calling the weak and the plot predictable, though acknowledging director Tarun Gopi's promising debut. , as aggregated on MovieCrow, rated it 2.5 out of 5 and labeled it a "mass masala entertainer" that succeeds in engaging audiences through its action and performances despite these shortcomings. The film explores themes of youth arrogance, embodied in the protagonist's "thimiru" (arrogance), which drives conflicts with antagonists and reflects broader portrayals of impulsive young men in . It also balances romance—through Vishal's relationship with Reema Sen's character—against escalating violence, using the former to humanize the lead amid brutal confrontations. Yuvan Shankar Raja's soundtrack was positively received for enhancing these elements, contributing to the film's youthful energy. In contemporary reception, the film was seen as a typical action thriller with commercial strengths but narrative flaws. Retrospectively, in the 2020s, fans have expressed appreciation for its comedy sequences, particularly ’s role as the bumbling Warden Vallaran, which provided relief in an otherwise intense narrative and remains a highlight for humor enthusiasts.

Box office

Thimiru was produced on a modest budget of ₹3.5 . The film achieved commercial success, earning good profits from its opening days onward due to its strong action sequences and mass appeal. It completed a successful 100-day theatrical run in , reflecting sustained audience interest. The movie emerged as one of the top-grossing Tamil films of , competing closely with contemporaries like , which was the year's highest earner. Its performance underscored the viability of low-budget action entertainers, delivering substantial profit margins through engaging narratives rather than high star costs. In the long term, Thimiru's box office triumph solidified Vishal's position as a bankable action star in , paving the way for subsequent hits and elevating his market value.

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