Jigarthanda
An aspiring director targets a ruthless gangster because he wants to make a violent gangster film. His discreet attempts to research the gangster fail miserably. Finally when he gets caught snooping, things hit the fan.
Directed by Karthik Subbaraj · Comedy · Crime · Drama · 171 min · 2014
Trailer
Director
Karthik Subbaraj
Writer
Karthik Subbaraj
Studio
Group Company / Shri Meenakshi Creations
Release
01 Aug 2014
Runtime
171 min
Genres
Comedy, Crime, Drama
Full Plot
A struggling filmmaker participates in a talent show to secure funding for his feature film debut. Impressed by his work, a producer offers him a deal, but their collaboration takes an unexpected turn when the filmmaker is tasked with making a gangster film about a notorious Madurai gangster. The filmmaker documents the gangster's life, earning his trust and eventually becoming embroiled in his criminal activities.
Cast & Characters
Kayalvizhi "Kayal"
Lakshmi Menon
Sethupathi also portrays young Assault Sethu
Kayalvizhi's mother
Ambika
"Petti Kadai" Pazhani
Sangili Murugan
Did You Know?
Jigarthanda is part of TMDb's "Jigarthanda Series."
Source: TMDb API · verified 2026-08-02
Karthik Subbaraj has directed 8 films in our catalog, including Pizza, Retro.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Siddharth appears in 21 films in our catalog, including Udhayam NH4, 3BHK.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Did You Know that Siddharth was working on a Tamil film directed by Karthik Subbaraj in mid-April 2013?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-09
Did You Know that the title Jigarthanda is derived from a beverage popular in Madurai, meaning "cold-blooded" or "cold-hearted"?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-09
Did You Know that Tuney John was chosen as the publicity designer for the film?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-09
Did You Know that Karthik Subbaraj incorporated some of his experiences during life at Madurai into the film Jigarthanda?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-09
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
Jigarthanda holds 8.2/10 on IMDb (13,734 votes).
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 2, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
United Kingdom
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (8.2/10 on IMDb (13,734 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jigarthanda's IMDb rating?+
Jigarthanda has a 8.2/10 rating on IMDb from 13,734 votes.
Is Jigarthanda good? What are critics saying?+
Jigarthanda holds 8.2/10 on IMDb (13,734 votes).
How long is Jigarthanda?+
Jigarthanda has a runtime of 171 min.
Who directed Jigarthanda?+
Jigarthanda was directed by Karthik Subbaraj.
Where can I watch Jigarthanda?+
Jigarthanda is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Jigarthanda received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising director Karthik Subbaraj's unique blend of genres and his ability to balance humor and drama. Some reviewers noted that the film's cultural specificity may limit its appeal to non-Tamil audiences, but overall, the consensus was that Jigarthanda is a singular and accomplished film. The critical reception suggests a strong split between those who found the film's twists and turns engaging and those who felt it struggled to cohere as two distinct genres.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
