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Gajendra (2004): Cast & Plot

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Gajendra is a 2004 action film directed by Suresh Krishna, starring Vijayakanth, Sarath Babu and Laya. It runs 2 hours 37 minutes.

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Gajendra (2004) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 37m (157 min)
Director
Suresh Krishna
Genre
Action
Original language
Tamil
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The story

What Is Gajendra About?

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

The film remakes the Telugu hit Simhadri and was later dubbed in Hindi as Return of Khuda Gawah. Vijayakanth plays Gajendra, an orphan adopted by Azhagarsamy (Sarath Babu), who treats him like a son. Azhagarsamy’s granddaughter Kasthuri (Flora) loves him. He also cares for a mentally ill girl, Indhu (Laya), and the story reveals why he protects her.

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Cast & crew

Gajendra Cast

Vijayakanth leads the cast, with Sarath Babu and Laya. Directed by Suresh Krishna; 8 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Suresh Krishna

More films directed by Suresh Krishna: Katari Veera Surasundarangi, Ilaingan, Aarumugam and Parattai Engira Azhagu Sundaram.

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Plot

Gajendra Plot Summary

What happens in Gajendra from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Gajendra, Vijayakanth, an orphan with a big heart, grows up under Azhagarsamy’s family in Chennai, forming a quiet, almost father‑son bond with them.

Azhagarsamy, Sarath Babu, and his wife welcome Gajendra into their home, laying the groundwork for protection and belonging in a rough city.

Kasthuri, Flora Saini, Azhagarsamy’s granddaughter, starts to develop feelings for Gajendra, which introduces a delicate tension into the household and the future of the alliance.

Indhu, Laya, a mentally challenged girl whom Gajendra visits weekly, becomes a focal point of his kindness as he entertains her and supports her caretakers, creating a sacred routine in his life.

Full summary

The whole story of Gajendra, scene by scene

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How Well Do You Know Gajendra?

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 portrays the main protagonist Gajendra?

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Gajendra FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is Gajendra?

Gajendra runs 2 hours 37 minutes (157 minutes).

When was Gajendra released?

Gajendra was released on September 22, 2004.

Who directed Gajendra?

Gajendra was directed by Suresh Krishna.

More films by Suresh Krishna

Who is in the cast of Gajendra?

Gajendra stars Vijayakanth, Sarath Babu and Laya, among 8 credited actors.

Does Gajendra have a post-credit scene?

No. Gajendra has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Gajendra in?

The original language of Gajendra is Tamil.

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