Naadodigal

Naadodigal (transl. Vagabonds) is a 2009 Indian Tamil-language action drama film written and directed by Samuthirakani and produced by S. Michael Rayappan of Global Infotainment. The film stars Sasikumar along with Vijay Vasanth and Bharani, while Ananya and Abhinaya made their debut in Tamil cinema and Malaysia-based Shanthini Deva enacting the lead female roles and Ganja Karuppu playing a pivotal role, providing comic relief. The plot focuses on a trio who attempt to unite their friend with his lover against the wishes of both families, and at heavy cost to themselves, only to realise that the lovers separate after a short while. Cinematography was handled by S. R. Kathir, the score and songs composed by Sundar C Babu, editing done by A. L. Ramesh, stunts coordinated by Dhilip Subbarayan, dance choreography by Dinesh, produced designed by R. K. Vijay Murugan and lyrics written by Vaali, Na. Muthukumar, Kabilan and Yugabharathi. The film released on 26 June 2009, became a critical and commercial success. The success of the film spawned several remakes and a stand-alone sequel titled Naadodigal 2 (2020).