Kumki
The love between a mahout and an elephant.
Directed by Prabu Solomon · Drama · 148 min · 2012
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Director
Prabu Solomon
Writer
Prabhu Solomon
Studio
Thirrupathi Brothers
Release
14 Dec 2012
Runtime
148 min
Genres
Drama
Full Plot
A young elephant trainer, Bomman, is hired to care for a pet elephant named Manickam during a festival. However, their peaceful life is disrupted by a rogue elephant named Komban that wreaks havoc on a nearby village. As Bomman falls in love with the village leader's daughter, Alli, he must confront his responsibilities and protect her from harm. The film ends abruptly, leaving Bomman's fate uncertain.
Cast & Characters
Bomman
Vikram Prabhu
young Bomman
Jeffin
Undiyal
Ashvin Raja
villager
Yaar Kannan
the elephant
Manickam
Did You Know?
Prabu Solomon has directed 5 films in our catalog, including Thodari, Kayal.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Vikram Prabhu appears in 20 films in our catalog, including Neruppu Da, Sathriyan.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Kumki opened in 1000 screens worldwide with 300 screens in Tamil Nadu.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
Kumki holds 7.1/10 on IMDb (1,792 votes).
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of July 30, 2026
Where to Watch
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United Kingdom
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (7.1/10 on IMDb (1,792 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kumki's IMDb rating?+
Kumki has a 7.1/10 rating on IMDb from 1,792 votes.
Is Kumki good? What are critics saying?+
Kumki holds 7.1/10 on IMDb (1,792 votes).
How long is Kumki?+
Kumki has a runtime of 148 min.
Who directed Kumki?+
Kumki was directed by Prabu Solomon.
Where can I watch Kumki?+
Kumki is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Video, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Kumki received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising the performances of its lead actors, particularly Vikram and Menon. Some reviewers noted that the film's climax fell flat and that it relied too heavily on familiar tropes from director Prabu Solomon's earlier work, Mynaa. Overall, while not universally acclaimed, Kumki was seen as an enjoyable and entertaining film with some notable strengths.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
