Poojai
Poojai

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Poojai

2014
Movie
154 min
Tamil

Anna Thandavam, a big shot who arranges for contract killers, plans to murder Sivakkozhundhu, a cop. His plan goes bust after Vasu, a heroic young man, rescues the ADSP. Meanwhile, Thandavam also gets into problems with Vasu's family...

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IMDb6.0/10
Google Users83%
Director: HariGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

The film follows the story of a factory owner who returns to his hometown to avenge his father's death. He gets embroiled in a conflict with a local gangster and his gang. Along the way, he falls in love with a determined young woman who becomes his ally in his quest for justice.

Critical Reception

Poojai received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who praised its action sequences and performances by the lead actors but criticized its predictable storyline and excessive violence. Audiences generally found it to be an entertaining masala film typical of director Hari's style, with its commercial elements resonating well.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film delivers on high-octane action and impressive fight choreography.

  • Vishal's performance is a highlight, bringing intensity to his role.

  • The plot is considered formulaic and lacks originality.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the action-packed sequences and the energetic performances, finding the film to be a satisfactory commercial entertainer. Some reviews noted that while it sticks to a familiar formula, the execution keeps it engaging for fans of the genre.

Fun Fact

The film's climax action sequence was shot in a sprawling factory and involved over 1000 junior artists.

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