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Aayitha Ezhuthu (2004): Cast & Plot

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Aayitha Ezhuthu is a 2004 drama thriller directed by Mani Ratnam, starring R. Madhavan as Inbasekaran, Meera Jasmine and Trisha Krishnan. It runs 2 hours 35 minutes.

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Aayitha Ezhuthu (2004) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 35m (155 min)
Director
Mani Ratnam
Genres
Drama , Action , Thriller
Original language
Tamil
After the credits
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The story

What Is Aayitha Ezhuthu About?

The premise of Aayitha Ezhuthu without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

An aspiring goon hoping to rise in the underworld, a principled student leader determined to keep politicians out of his college elections, and a young man eager to move abroad each pursue distinct dreams. A sudden incident on a bridge forces them together, reshaping their priorities and futures.

Aayitha Ezhuthu Themes & Keywords

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  • bridge
  • love
  • youth leader
  • husband wife relationship
  • boyfriend girlfriend relationship
  • male female relationship
  • domestic violence
  • tough guy
  • train
  • hospital
  • attempted murder
  • urban setting
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  • pregnant wife
  • fight
  • political candidate
  • election campaign
  • sea
  • crowd
  • village
  • idealist
  • fracture
  • teenage boy
  • corrupt politician
  • cell phone
  • fratricide
  • selfishness
  • wife beater
  • speech
  • abortion
  • nonlinear timeline
  • visa
  • rickshaw
  • motorcycle
  • pregnancy
  • rage
  • election
  • goon
  • multiple storylines
  • multiple perspectives
  • ensemble cast
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Cast & crew

Aayitha Ezhuthu Cast & Characters

R. Madhavan leads the cast as Inbasekaran, with Meera Jasmine as Sashi and Trisha Krishnan as Meera. Directed by Mani Ratnam; 18 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Aayitha Ezhuthu

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From the director

More from Mani Ratnam

More films directed by Mani Ratnam, best-rated first: Ponniyin Selvan: Part II, Guru, Ponniyin Selvan: Part I and The Youth.

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Plot

Aayitha Ezhuthu Plot Summary

What happens in Aayitha Ezhuthu from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Inbasekaran (Inba) R. Madhavan grows up in a harsh world where his brother’s abandonment pushes him toward violence. As he slides into a life of crime, he marries and brutalizes his wife, Sashi Meera Jasmine. To make ends meet and extend his grip, he accepts a contract under the guidance of a power broker, running errands and serving as a hitman for Selvanayagam, a calculating politician. The web of fear he spins tightens around him as he wields force to keep people in line, and his personal life starts to fracture under the weight of his choices.

Full summary

The whole story of Aayitha Ezhuthu, scene by scene

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Aayitha Ezhuthu Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Aayitha Ezhuthu.

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Aayitha Ezhuthu?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Who is the hitman hired by the politician Selvanayagam?

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Aayitha Ezhuthu Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “Yuva” and “Aaytha Ezhuthu”.

Also known as
  • Yuva
  • Aaytha Ezhuthu
  • Aayutha Ezhuthu
  • Aayudha Ezhuthu
  • Ayutha Ezhuthu

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FAQ

Aayitha Ezhuthu FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Aayitha Ezhuthu, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Aayitha Ezhuthu?

Aayitha Ezhuthu runs 2 hours 35 minutes (155 minutes).

When was Aayitha Ezhuthu released?

Aayitha Ezhuthu was released on May 21, 2004.

Who directed Aayitha Ezhuthu?

Aayitha Ezhuthu was directed by Mani Ratnam.

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Who is in the cast of Aayitha Ezhuthu?

Aayitha Ezhuthu stars R. Madhavan as Inbasekaran, Meera Jasmine as Sashi and Trisha Krishnan as Meera, among 18 credited actors.

Does Aayitha Ezhuthu have a post-credit scene?

No. Aayitha Ezhuthu has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Aayitha Ezhuthu in?

The original language of Aayitha Ezhuthu is Tamil.

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