Kalavani
Vimalraj (the grubby Meenakshi Sundaram from Pasanga) is the ill-behaved son of the gullible Saranya and her husband Ilavarasu. Vimalraj's financial needs are met by his susceptible mother, whom he either hoodwinks or intimidates ...
Directed by A. Sarkunam · Comedy · 144 min · 2010
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Director
A. Sarkunam
Writer
A. Sarkunam
Studio
Sherali Films
Release
25 Jun 2010
Runtime
144 min
Genres
Comedy
Full Plot
In this Tamil drama, two villages are locked in a long-standing feud, even affecting a local cricket match between young players from both sides. The story follows Arivazhagan, a troubled youth who uses extortion to support his lavish lifestyle despite being on the verge of completing his education. He marries a woman he's abducted, but their happiness is short-lived as his brother-in-law seeks revenge. A humorous twist unfolds in the film's climax.
Cast & Characters
Arivazhagan (Arikki)
Vimal
Aswatha
Maheshwari's elder paternal uncle
Mu Ramaswamy
Thavasi
Did You Know?
Made on an estimated budget of $330,000, Kalavani has grossed $1.1M worldwide — about 3.3x its budget.
Source: TMDb API · verified 2026-08-02
A. Sarkunam has directed 6 films in our catalog, including Vaagai Sooda Vaa, Kalavani 2.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Vimal appears in 29 films in our catalog, including Kanni Raasi, Oru Oorla Rendu Raja.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Did You Know Kalavani was initially approached by K. Bhagyaraj for help improving its script and casting his son Shanthanu.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-10-03
Did You Know the producer of Kalavani later moved away from Bhagyaraj due to salary concerns over lead actor Shanthanu.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-10-03
Did You Know the film Kalavani was primarily shot in Thanjavur.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-10-03
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
Kalavani holds 7.1/10 on IMDb (575 votes).
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 12, 2026
AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (7.1/10 on IMDb (575 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalavani's IMDb rating?+
Kalavani has a 7.1/10 rating on IMDb from 575 votes.
Is Kalavani good? What are critics saying?+
Kalavani holds 7.1/10 on IMDb (575 votes).
How long is Kalavani?+
Kalavani has a runtime of 144 min.
Who directed Kalavani?+
Kalavani was directed by A. Sarkunam.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The movie "Kalavani" received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its entertainment value and others criticizing its originality. Some reviewers found the film to be an enjoyable, lighthearted watch, while others saw it as a rehashing of familiar themes. The overall tone of the critical response suggests that opinions on the film's quality are divided.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
