Vallamai (2025) is a Tamil-language drama directed by Karuppaiyaa Murugan, starring Premgi Amaren and Dhivadarshini in lead roles. Released on April 25, 2025, the film delves into themes of trauma, justice, and resilience.
🎬 Plot Overview
The narrative follows Saravanan (Premgi Amaren), a hearing-impaired single father who relocates to Chennai with his daughter, Boomika (Dhivadarshini), seeking a fresh start. Their lives take a tragic turn when Boomika becomes a victim of sexual assault. The film portrays their journey as they confront the trauma and seek justice in a city that seems indifferent to their plight.
🎠Cast & Crew
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Director/Writer/Producer: Karuppaiyaa Murugan
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Lead Cast: Premgi Amaren as Saravanan, Dhivadarshini as Boomika
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Supporting Cast: Deepa Shankar, Valakku en Muthuraman, CR Rajith
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Cinematography: Sooraj Nallusami
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Music: GKV
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Editor: C Ganesh Kumar
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Production Company: Battlers Cinem
📊 Reception
Critics have offered mixed reviews:
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The Times of India awarded the film 1.5/5 stars, criticizing its implausible plot developments and lack of emotional depth.
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The New Indian Express highlighted the film's failure to handle the sensitive subject matter effectively, noting that the characters' reactions felt exaggerated and the revenge storyline lacked impact.
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Indian Community gave the film a 2/5 rating, acknowledging Premgi Amaren's earnest performance but pointing out the screenplay's inconsistencies and the film's inability to fully engage with its serious themes.
📺 Availability
As of now, there is no official announcement regarding the film's release on streaming platforms. It is advisable to keep an eye on popular OTT services for any future availability.
