Thennavan
Thennavan

Thennavan

2003Movie146 minTamil

Thennavan, a successful bureaucrat, is appointed as the Chief Election Commissioner of the country by the Prime Minister himself. But his radical plan to fix the electoral system goes wrong.

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IMDb7.5/10
Director: KathirGenres: Action, Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

Thennavan, a righteous police officer, is transferred to a new station where he faces corruption and a powerful local gangster. He is determined to clean up the town and bring justice to its people, even if it means going against the system he serves. The film explores the challenges faced by honest officers in a flawed system and the personal sacrifices they must make.

Critical Reception

Thennavan received mixed to positive reviews, with praise often directed at R. Madhavan's performance and the film's attempt to address social issues. However, some critics found the plot predictable and the action sequences to be standard for the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • R. Madhavan delivers a strong performance as a dedicated police officer.
  • The film attempts to tackle corruption and justice with a serious tone.
  • The narrative follows a somewhat predictable trajectory common in police dramas.

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Fun Fact

The film was R. Madhavan's second venture as a police officer after the critically acclaimed 'Minnale'.

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