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Vikram Vedha

  • 2017
  • Tous publics
  • 2h 27m
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Madhavan and Vijay Sethupathi in Vikram Vedha (2017)
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Vikram, a no-nonsense police officer, accompanied by Simon, his partner, is on the hunt to capture Vedha, a smuggler and a murderer. Vedha tries to change Vikram's life, which leads to a con... Read allVikram, a no-nonsense police officer, accompanied by Simon, his partner, is on the hunt to capture Vedha, a smuggler and a murderer. Vedha tries to change Vikram's life, which leads to a conflict.Vikram, a no-nonsense police officer, accompanied by Simon, his partner, is on the hunt to capture Vedha, a smuggler and a murderer. Vedha tries to change Vikram's life, which leads to a conflict.

  • Directors
    • Gayatri
    • Pushkar
  • Writers
    • Manikandan K.
    • Gayatri
    • Pushkar
  • Stars
    • Madhavan
    • Vijay Sethupathi
    • Shraddha Srinath
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.2/10
    54K
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    • Directors
      • Gayatri
      • Pushkar
    • Writers
      • Manikandan K.
      • Gayatri
      • Pushkar
    • Stars
      • Madhavan
      • Vijay Sethupathi
      • Shraddha Srinath
    • 215User reviews
    • 20Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 12 wins & 13 nominations total

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    Madhavan
    Madhavan
    • Vikram
    • (as R. Madhavan)
    Vijay Sethupathi
    Vijay Sethupathi
    • Vedha
    Shraddha Srinath
    Shraddha Srinath
    • Priya
    Kathir
    Kathir
    • Pulli
    • (as Kadhir)
    Varalaxmi Sarathkumar
    Varalaxmi Sarathkumar
    • Chandra
    Prem Kumar
    Prem Kumar
    • Inspector Simon
    • (as S. Premkumar)
    Hareesh Peradi
    Hareesh Peradi
    • Chetta
    Achyuth Kumar
    Achyuth Kumar
    • SP Surendhar
    Vivek Prasanna
    Vivek Prasanna
    • Ravi
    Rajkumar
    • Half Boil
    • (as G. Rajkumar)
    Jayaseelan
    • Sethu
    Manikandan K.
    Manikandan K.
    • Police Constable Santhanam
    • (as Manikandan)
    Gowri Lakshmi
    • Anitha
    • (as Gowrilakshmi G.)
    Babu
    • Sub-inspector Ansari
    Gorge Vijay
    • Sub-inspector Prabhakar
    • (as Vijay George)
    Kevin Augustine
    • Vellai
    • (as Augustine)
    E. Karthik
    • Sub-inspector Pandian
    • (as Vaaladi E. Karthik)
    E. Ramdoss
    • Head Constable Velraj
    • Directors
      • Gayatri
      • Pushkar
    • Writers
      • Manikandan K.
      • Gayatri
      • Pushkar
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    10rahuljayaram

    An must watch Tamil movie !!!

    Simply it is a movie which tells the story of an COP & GANGSTER with there own aspects in it,the great ending ,were the entire plot of the story turns and give the audience to give an buzz inside the head thinking of the story even after times of hour watching it.Should say its rare it Indian movies with such drastic twist in the climax which is seen in Hollywood movies.The performance of the two artist R.MADHAVAN & VIJAY SETHUPATHI naming as the title VIKRAM VEDHA is also an great impact to watch as the Tamil movies are best of making mass movies.
    9chiragrathod09

    " A Gripping Exploration of Morality "

    Vikram Vedha is a neo-noir crime thriller that transcends the typical cop-versus-gangster narrative. It's a gripping tale of morality, destiny, and the blurred lines between good and evil.

    The film revolves around Vikram, a police officer, and Vedha, a cunning gangster. Their paths collide when Vedha voluntarily surrenders to the police, only to challenge Vikram's beliefs through a series of folktales. This unconventional approach to storytelling sets the stage for a thought-provoking exploration of justice, fate, and the complexities of human nature.

    Madhavan and Vijay Sethupathi deliver powerhouse performances as Vikram and Vedha, respectively. Their on-screen chemistry is palpable, adding depth to their complex characters. The screenplay is intelligent, weaving together action, suspense, and philosophical dialogues seamlessly.

    The film's exploration of morality is its standout feature. Vedha's folktales force Vikram to question his own beliefs and the nature of his actions. The narrative delves into themes of destiny, free will, and the consequences of choices, making it a film that lingers in the mind long after the credits roll.

    The film's cinematography is visually striking, capturing the gritty underworld while maintaining a stylish aesthetic. The background score complements the narrative effectively, enhancing the emotional impact of the scenes.

    A pivotal moment is when Vedha reveals his involvement in the killing of a corrupt police officer. He justifies his actions by claiming it was necessary to protect innocent lives. This forces Vikram to confront the complexities of his own profession and the blurred lines between law and morality.

    The climax of the film is a tense standoff between Vikram and Vedha, where the lines between hero and villain become increasingly blurred. The ending is deliberately ambiguous, leaving the audience to decide who is the true protagonist.

    Vedha's final words, "Kaun kisko sikha raha hai?" (Who is teaching whom?), echo throughout the film, challenging the audience to question their own perspectives on morality and justice.

    Vikram Vedha is a thought-provoking exploration of human nature, and its ending invites multiple interpretations. Film is a cinematic masterpiece that transcends the genre of crime thrillers. It's a film that challenges, provokes, and entertains, making it a must-watch for anyone who appreciates intelligent storytelling and complex characters. It's a film that stays with you long after the credits roll, prompting discussions about the complexities of good and evil.
    9shobanchittuprolu

    Vikram Vedha is one of the best movies of 2017 with mind blowing performances and direction.A Must Watch.

    Vikram Vedha (2017): Adapting an ancient story into film with the present world characters is not new to Indian cinema. Mani Ratnam's Thalapathy, Raavanan and Anurag Kashyap's Dev D are loosely based on Mahabharatham, Ramayana and Devdas respectively.Following the formula of these films, Pushkar Gayathri duo has made Vikram Vedha loosely based on the Vikramadityan-Bethala tale. In the original story, Bethala teaches a moral story to King Vikramadityan in each episode whenever he gets caught. Similarly gangster Vedha (Vijay Sethupathi) cleverly unmasks the real wrongdoers to the upright cop Vikram (Madhavan).

    Plot: A team lead by Vikram (R Madhavan), a ruthless, no-nonsense encounter cop, is on the hunt to capture/kill a dreaded gangster Vedha (Vijay Sethupathi). In this battle of good versus evil, as audiences we are left to pick a side but everything you see is not what you believe. There's always another side to everything in life and Vikram Vedha, in the most entertaining fashion, makes its viewers understand this philosophy.

    My Review: You know the story. We have all grown up with these characters. But how you present the same story is the question. We've had filmmakers who have tried several forms of storytelling. But re-telling a story with the same effect is perhaps the reason why Vikram Vedha stands out. Pushkar-Gayatri's version of Vikram Vedha is one such smartly-written thriller, which has a texture, well-developed character arcs and filmmaking gimmickry.

    Vikram Vedha is not just an ordinary adaptation but a perfect portrayal of morality conflicts.The film keeps pushing us to judge its characters, judge someone by their actions, judge someone by their upbringing and in the process proves how wrong we could be in our assumptions. The confrontation scenes between Madhavan and Vijay are easily the film's best moments as they end in fireworks.

    It's highly difficult not to love Vedha's character, thanks to his wisdom and never-say-die attitude.Vedha is one of the most fascinating characters written in Tamil cinema. He's smart, intelligent and extremely funny. While Vikram is naive and sort of represents the general public that easily judges one's character without knowing the entire story.Madhavan and Vijay have competed with each other in delivering intense and convincing performances but it is Vijay Sethupathi who deserves a award for sure.

    Cinematography by P.S.Vinod gave the movie a neo-noir look and BGM by Sam C.S. is terrific.

    So,Vikram Vedha is one of the best movies of 2017 with mind blowing performances and direction.A Must Watch.

    My rating 9/10
    10nirbhaysingh-86

    A movie which shows the class of South Indian Cinema

    First , I got to know about the movie from IMDB , which showed some posters for highest rated current Indian movies. Since, I got too late to the party I did not get to see the movie in theaters and after looking long and hard found the movie with eng subtitle which was great. (because I can only understand hindi and eng).

    About the movie, amazing acting by Madhvan as always but the 'Betaal' (Vedha) of the move is awesome. His acting is so natural, he is the highlight of the movie. Though movie never tries to give any actor/character more time or importance but the guy just shins like a diamond. I must admit, I did not know anything about the actor before this movie and after writing this I will have to look him up..Also, his character's aging process in flashbacks are awesome as well (i don't know who to praise for that).

    I got hooked from the first shot of the movie about Vikram & Betaal story , which i loved as a child by the way, and after 15 min in the movie you get the reason for the name.

    I have seen few South Indian movies before which shows the real standing of this industry compare to Hindi cinema. If Hindi cinema is to copy trends from there, I believe it should be movies like this not the ninja fighting sequence where people hit villains like hulk and they fly for 10 meters.

    Finally, this movie is a must watch for people who appreciate good cinema but beware "Hero do not fly in this movie and are not as powerful as Bahubali".
    10nragul

    Oru katha sollatta...?!

    What will happen when two star actors, who tend to give priority to stories more than their respective roles, join together in a movie...? Vikram Vedha happens...!

    A usual cop-criminal story, which is presented with a unique screenplay inspired by Vikramadithan-Vedhalam stories of folklore, where Vedhalam (Vijay Sethupathi) asks a tough riddle to Vikramadithan (Madhavan) to evade encounter. The movie starts with a huge difference between the characters, with Vikram - as an honest cop; and Vedha - as a ruthless gangster. The differences fades away as the movie progresses and goes through a complete karmic cycle, from evil vengeance to redemption, with the support of riddled flashback stories narrated by Vedha. The idea remotely resembles Quentin Tarantino's Pulp Fiction in a rather simpler manner. But this movie is a masterpiece of unique kind.

    When you find enough ingredients in the plot, setup and pace of the movie, the unexpected thrilling element that changes the entire course of the movie, at regular interval, will take you by surprise. The pace keeps you hooked and does not give you time to anticipate a twist. That's what have made this movie enjoyable to watch.

    No one can fit into the role of Vikram Vedha better than Madhavan and Vijay Sethupathi. Especially the comical arrogance of Vijay Sethupathi have created wonders on screen. Even a small character in the movie have owned the role to perfection providing a flawless performances from all sides.

    Yaanji song and BGM does the work it was expected to do.

    The movie is a rich mixture of class and entertaining elements with astonishing story and narration. In all, this movie is a treat to watch and worth sparing some extra bucks post GST.

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    • Trivia
      Madhavan and Vijay Sethupathi met for the 1st time on the sets of Vikram Vedha. It was a deliberate move to retain the play between them on their very first interaction scene.
    • Goofs
      The bag which contains currency notes is filled with Currency Notes bearing Serial Number 00000000. Every Bundle is with the same serial number.
    • Quotes

      Vedha: Can I tell you a story sir?

      Vikram: The silence is too deafening, huh?

      Vedha: You look really smart when you smile, sir.

      Vikram: But you will look very pathetic if you smile without your front teeth! Don't laugh. Camera is switched off... I'll smash you! Just my arm will swell up a bit... nothing much!

      Vedha: Sir, will you treat your guest this way? Vedha no violence sir!

      Vikram: Why did you surrender?

      Vedha: Just wanted to tell you a story, sir. My own story sir!

      Vikram: Your kind of guys just have one story, right? I was down and out... like a mongrel on the mean streets. Did this and that... and grew to be a big man. It's that story, right?

      Vedha: Wow! How did you do it sir? Did you watch my whole life unfurl in my own eyes?

      Vikram: Can I tell you something about yourself? If I give you 10 crores today in exchange for you quitting your profession you will refuse the offer and walk out. Only to go home and plot a way to grab the money from me! That's you!

      Vedha: The same 10 crores, if I give you in exchange for letting me go... Will you let me go sir? You will just send me away and plot to encounter me! That's you, right?

      Vikram: Hah, good one!

      Vedha: However, you see it, we are both one and the same!

      Vikram: How will having just a tail make a cat and mouse the same?

      Vedha: Sir, the cat has value only till there's rat problem in the house!

      Vikram: But this mouse surrendered fearing the cat, right?

      Vedha: But, will any mouse voluntarily walk into a trap?

      Vikram: That's right. We're not talking about some simple mouse here, it's actually a bandicoot who has murdered 16!

      Vedha: You are not such a simple cat yourself, sir. A cop cat who has encountered 15!

      Vikram: 18.

      Vedha: Sir, that last encounter... you killed the guys? OK sir. You are in the lead. Killed 18; Killed 16... Convinced?

      Vikram: Nah... Criminal! Police... I'm on the right side of line; you on the other.

      Vedha: OK sir, I accept. I'm the bad guy; you're the good one. But to project yourself as a good man, you do need a bad man like me!

    • Alternate versions
      The UK release was cut, the distributor chose to remove stronger moments of violence in order to obtain a 12A classification. An uncut 15 classification was available.
    • Connections
      Featured in B. Tech (2018)
    • Soundtracks
      Karuppu Vellai
      Vocals by Shivam & Sam C.S.

      Lyrics by Vignesh Shivan

      Music by Sam C.S.

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    • Release date
      • July 21, 2017 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • India
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      • Stream Vikram Vedha officially on Hotstar Singapore
    • Language
      • Tamil
    • Also known as
      • 비크람 베다
    • Filming locations
      • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
    • Production companies
      • Think Music
      • Y Not Studios
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    • Budget
      • ₹150,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross worldwide
      • $546,792
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    • Runtime
      • 2h 27m(147 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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