Rajadhi Raja
Rajadhi Raja

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Rajadhi Raja

2009
Movie
159 min
Tamil

Raja (Raghava Lawrence), a native of Coutrallam, is a happy-go-lucky-youngster. Tragedy strike his life when his father loses his hand when a doctor in an inebriated condition operates on him. As expected his father is gagged by cops and lawyers. They assault him. In his death bed, his father gets a promise that he would make his three brothers into a cop, lawyer and doctor. Though Raja realises his mission, he falls for his own acts. The trio (who become doctor, policeman and a lawyer) gang up with a baddie Shyla (Mumtaj), a gangster, who rises to become a Minister. It is up to Raja to end their atrocities and teach them a lesson.

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IMDb6.2/10
Google Users72%
Director: Sakthi ChidambaramGenres: Action, Comedy

Plot Summary

Rajadhi Raja is a Tamil action-comedy film where a meek software engineer, Raja, is constantly bullied by his uncle and his cronies. To protect his family and earn respect, he transforms into a powerful and feared personality, Rajadhi Raja. This dual identity allows him to confront his tormentors and navigate the challenges thrown his way, leading to a series of humorous and action-packed situations.

Critical Reception

Rajadhi Raja received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with praise often directed at Raghava Lawrence's dual performance and Vadivelu's comedy. However, the film was criticized for its predictable storyline, excessive runtime, and over-the-top action sequences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Raghava Lawrence's energetic performance in a dual role was a highlight.

  • Vadivelu's comedic interludes provided much-needed relief.

  • The film suffered from a weak script and a lengthy runtime.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally found the film to be an average entertainer, with many appreciating the comedy and Lawrence's efforts. However, some viewers felt the plot was too formulaic and the movie could have been more engaging with tighter editing.

Fun Fact

The film is a remake of the successful Telugu film 'Athadu' starring Mahesh Babu and Trisha Krishnan, though significant changes were made to the screenplay to suit the Tamil audience.

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