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Ko

IMDb7.9/10

Ashwin, a famous photographer, works with Renuka, an investigative journalist. When one of their colleagues, Saro, gets killed during a political meet, Ashwin and Renuka decide to investigate.

Directed by K.V. Anand · Action · Musical · Thriller · 128 min · 2011

Trailer

Director

K.V. Anand

Writer

K. V. Anand, Subha

Studio

RS Infotainment

Release

22 Apr 2011

Runtime

128 min

Genres

Action, Musical, Thriller

Full Plot

A photojournalist captures evidence of a bank robbery and inadvertently becomes entangled in a web of corruption and politics. He falls for his colleague, who helps him expose a politician's child marriage scandal, while also supporting an underdog candidate running against more established politicians. As the story unfolds, the journalist must navigate danger and loyalty to uncover the truth. His relationships are tested as he fights for justice and fairness in a corrupt system.

Cast & Characters

Jiiva

Ashwin Kumar

Jiiva
Ajmal Ameer

D. Vasanthan Perumal

Ajmal Ameer
Karthika Nair

Renuka "Renu" Narayanan

Karthika Nair

S"

Saraswathi "Saro" Sarangan

Piaa Bajpai
Y"

Yogeswaran "Yogi"

Prakash Raj
A

Aalavandhan

Kota Srinivasa Rao
C

Chandru

Jagan
SK

S. Krishnakumar "Krish"

Achyuth Kumar

Am

Ashwin's mother

Vanitha Krishnachandran

JA

Jayaraman, Ashwin's father

Pattimandram Raja

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Did You Know?

K.V. Anand has directed 6 films in our catalog, including Kavan, Ayan.

Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02

Jiiva appears in 31 films in our catalog, including Varalaru Mukkiyam, Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil.

Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02

Ko opened in 15 theatres across Chennai, with major multiplexes Sathyam Cinemas, Escape Cinemas, PVR and INOX providing main screens for five shows in the opening weekend, and 36 shows in Mayajaal.

Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03

Critical Assessment

IMDb
7.9/10

Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)

Action
4.1/5
Comedy
3.1/5
Romance
4.0/5
Storyline
4.7/5
Performance
4.7/5

Ko holds 7.9/10 on IMDb (6,848 votes).

Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.

Ratings as of July 30, 2026

Where to Watch

United States

Stream
Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel
Rent
Amazon Video
Buy
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United Kingdom

Stream
Eros Now Amazon Channel

India

Stream
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AI Verdict

AI-generated

Based on aggregated scores (7.9/10 on IMDb (6,848 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ko's IMDb rating?+

Ko has a 7.9/10 rating on IMDb from 6,848 votes.

Is Ko good? What are critics saying?+

Ko holds 7.9/10 on IMDb (6,848 votes).

How long is Ko?+

Ko has a runtime of 128 min.

Who directed Ko?+

Ko was directed by K.V. Anand.

Where can I watch Ko?+

Ko is available to stream, rent, or buy on Eros Now Select Apple TV Channel, Amazon Video, Eros Now Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

Fan & Critic Buzz

Critic Reception — summarized from Wikipedia

The movie "Ko" received mixed reviews, with some critics praising director K. V. Anand's ability to balance commercial and realistic elements, while others found the film lacking in substance. Some reviewers appreciated specific aspects such as cinematography, editing, and background score, but criticized the screenplay for being archaic and lacking transitions. Overall, opinions on the film varied widely among critics.

Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
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