Jiivi
Frustrated at his failed romance, Saravanan decides to steal from his landlady’s house. Even as he comes up with clever ways to outsmart the cops, he realises that his actions are echoes from the past.
Directed by V. J. Gopinath · Crime · Drama · 122 min · 2019
Director
V. J. Gopinath
Writer
screenplay = Babu Tamizh, V. J. Gopinath
Studio
Vetrivel Saravana Cinemas / Big Print Production
Release
2019-06-28
Runtime
122 min
Genres
Crime, Drama
Full Plot
A young man named Saravanan seeks revenge against a neighbor after being jilted by his lover, but soon discovers that he is cursed to repeat the mistakes of others. As he tries to break the cycle, he uncovers dark secrets from his own past and those of his family members. With each new revelation, Saravanan becomes determined to change his fate and protect those around him.
Cast & Characters
Ananthi
Monica Chinnakotla
Kavitha
Ashwini Chandrashekaran
Kavitha
Ashwini Chandrashekar
Police Informer
Bosskey
Sathish
Tiger Garden Thangadurai
Drunk Tenant
Kothandam
Thirunavukkarasu
Muthupandi
Did You Know?
Jiivi is part of TMDb's "Jiivi Collection."
Source: TMDb API · verified 2026-08-02
Vetri appears in 7 films in our catalog, including Red Sandalwood, Jiivi 2.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
The Times of India gave 3.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
Jiivi holds 7.5/10 on TMDb (17 votes). (OMDb had no record for this title — sourced from TMDb instead.)
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 12, 2026
Where to Watch
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on TMDb's aggregated score (7.5/10 on TMDb (17 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jiivi's IMDb rating?+
Jiivi has a 7.7/10 rating on IMDb from 1,993 votes.
Is Jiivi good? What are critics saying?+
Jiivi holds 7.5/10 on TMDb (17 votes). (OMDb had no record for this title — sourced from TMDb instead.)
How long is Jiivi?+
Jiivi has a runtime of 122 min.
Who directed Jiivi?+
Jiivi was directed by V. J. Gopinath.
Where can I watch Jiivi?+
Jiivi is available to stream, rent, or buy on aha, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The movie "Jiivi" received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its technical aspects and engaging storyline, while others found it to be a well-made but flawed thriller. The film's writing and screenplay were singled out for praise, as well as its lead character. However, some reviewers felt that the overall execution fell short of its potential.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
