Katham Katham
Katham Katham

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Katham Katham

2015
Movie
168 min
Tamil

An idealistic sub-inspector joins a station that is run by a corrupt inspector, who moves closely with a criminal-minister. Gradually, his hate for the other takes over and he edges towards the dark side while the other sees the error of his ways and reforms.

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IMDb6.1/10
Google Users50%
Director: Rajaa RangasamyGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

The film follows the story of an honest police officer who is framed for a crime he didn't commit. He must navigate a treacherous path of corruption and deceit to clear his name and bring the real culprits to justice. Along the way, he encounters unexpected allies and faces moral dilemmas that test his resolve.

Critical Reception

Katham Katham received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some appreciated the action sequences and the protagonist's performance, many criticized the predictable plot, weak screenplay, and inconsistent pacing. The film failed to make a significant impact at the box office.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film offers some decent action scenes but is let down by a clichéd and predictable storyline.

  • Nandha's performance as the wronged cop is a highlight, but it's not enough to salvage the weak script.

  • Pacing issues and a lack of originality make 'Katham Katham' a forgettable thriller.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while some viewers enjoyed the action elements, many found the movie to be unoriginal and poorly executed, with a lack of engaging storytelling.

Fun Fact

The film was reportedly inspired by real-life incidents of police corruption and framing.

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TMDB Reviews

1 reviews
timesofindia

timesofindia

There is a strong whiff of filmmaking from an earlier era (the 80s and 90s) in Katham Katham. This is quite evident in the way the film begins, with a murder by the villain to establish his ruthlessness followed by the titles, which appear ...