Gambeeram
| Gambeeram | |
|---|---|
 Poster | |
| Directed by | Suresh |
| Written by | Suresh |
| Produced by | S. S. Durai Raj |
| Starring | R. Sarathkumar Laila Pranathi |
| Cinematography | Y. N. Murali |
| Edited by | V. T. Vijayan |
| Music by | Mani Sharma |
Production company | Mass Movie Makers |
Release date |
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Running time | 160 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
| Budget | ₹3 crore[1] |
Gambeeram (transl. Bravery) is a 2004 Indian Tamil-language action film written and directed by Suresh. The film stars R. Sarathkumar and Laila, with Vadivelu, Pranathi and Tanikella Bharani in supporting roles.
Plot
[edit] | This article needs a plot summary. (October 2024) |
Cast
[edit]- R. Sarathkumar as ACP R. Muthusamy IPS
- Laila as Vijayalakshmi
- Vadivelu as PC Oomathurai
- Pranathi as Saroja and adult Krithika
- Tanikella Bharani as Minister Rajendran
- Ravichandran (guest appearance)
- Peeli Sivam
- Sethu Vinayagam as Businessman
- Manikka Vinayagam as K. Manibharathi
- Pandu as Rajendran's assistant
- Jasper as Naaga
- Baby Monica as young Krithika
- Uncredited
- Bayilvan Ranganathan
- Singamuthu as Police officer
- Thalapathy Dinesh
Soundtrack
[edit]Soundtrack was composed by Mani Sharma.[2][3]
| Song | Singers | Lyrics |
|---|---|---|
| "Naanaga Naan" | Sujatha, Vijay Yesudas | Kabilan |
| "Oru Chinna Vennila" | Kalpana Raghavendar | |
| "Kannin Maniye" | S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Baby Vaishali | Pa. Vijay |
| "Sembaruthipoove" | Srinivas, Ganga | |
| "Sambalkadu" | Sangeetha |
Reception
[edit]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] Malini Mannath of 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] K. N. Vijiyan of New Straits Times called it a "good treat for those who love Sarath Kumar and police stories".[8]
References
[edit]- ^ "Tamil box office March update!". Sify. 15 March 2004. Archived from the original on 7 July 2018. Retrieved 1 September 2017.
- ^ "Gambeeram (2004)". Raaga.com. Archived from the original on 1 October 2023. Retrieved 20 October 2024.
- ^ "Gambeeram Tamil Film Audio CD by Manisharma". Macsendisk. Archived from the original on 6 November 2024. Retrieved 20 October 2024.
- ^ "Gambeeram". Sify. Archived from the original on 17 April 2014. Retrieved 9 August 2022.
- ^ Rangarajan, Malathi (12 March 2004). "Gambeeram". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 3 July 2004. Retrieved 5 July 2014.
- ^ "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.
- ^ Vijiyan, K. N. (20 March 2004). "A feel-good police story". New Straits Times. Archived from the original on 6 November 2024. Retrieved 20 October 2024 – via Google News Archive.
