Kuruvi
Velu is a car racer who lives with his large family. His father had gone to work at a colliery and never returned, prompting Velu and his family to think that he is dead. Velu comes to know that a Malaysia-based don owes his father a huge sum of money.
Directed by Dharani · Action · Comedy · Drama · 2008
Trailer
Director
Dharani
Studio
Red Giant Movies
Release
2008
Genres
Action, Comedy, Drama, Romance
Full Plot
In "Kuruvi", a young man named Velu travels to Malaysia with his friend Aaps to collect a debt from a crime boss, Gocha. However, upon arrival, Velu discovers that Gocha is involved in human trafficking and has been holding his father captive at a colliery in Kadapa. With the help of a woman he meets, Velu sets out to rescue his father and bring down Gocha's operation.
Cast & Characters
Parvathi, Velu's mother
T. K. Kala
Velu's sister
Nivetha Thomas
Singamuthu's Mother, Velu's Grandmother
S. N. Lakshmi
Gocha's P.A.
Chitti Babu
Constable
Aarthi
Did You Know?
Dharani has directed 5 films in our catalog, including Osthe, Dhill.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Vijay appears in 27 films in our catalog, including Mersal, Pokkiri.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
It was announced in June 2007 that Udhayanidhi Stalin, son of M.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
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Ratings as of July 30, 2026
Where to Watch
India
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kuruvi good? What are critics saying?+
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Who directed Kuruvi?+
Kuruvi was directed by Dharani.
Where can I watch Kuruvi?+
Kuruvi is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Prime Video, VI movies and tv, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Kuruvi received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the film's appeal to Vijay fans and others criticizing its lack of a basic story and excessive length. Some reviewers found the film watchable in parts, while others felt it stretched their patience for nearly three hours. The overall critical response was divided, with one publication rating the film 39 out of 100.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
