Leelai (2012): Cast & Plot
Leelai is a 2012 romantic comedy directed by Andrew Louis, starring Shiv Panditt as Karthik, Manasi Parekh and Maya Preethi. It runs 2 hours 20 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 20m (140 min)
- Director
- Andrew Louis
- Original language
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Tamil - Studio
- R Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Leelai About?
The premise of Leelai without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
During college, Karthik's persistent flirting creates a negative impression on Malar. Years later, they unexpectedly find themselves working in the same office building, though on separate floors. Karthik develops feelings for Malar, but knowing she dislikes him, he initiates a relationship with her under the false name Sundar. The story explores how long he can maintain this elaborate deception and what consequences might arise from it.
Leelai Cast & Characters
Shiv Panditt leads the cast as Karthik, with Manasi Parekh as Karunai Malar and Maya Preethi as Mona. Directed by Andrew Louis; 8 actors are credited in all.
- Director Andrew Louis
- Shiv Panditt as Karthik
- Manasi Parekh as Karunai Malar
- Maya Preethi as Mona
- Vibha Natarajan as Gayathri
Also Starring in Leelai
· 4 more- Santhanam Vicky
- Suhasini Raju Suja
- Lakshmi Ramakrishnan Karthik's mother
- Vee Jenish
More from Andrew Louis
One more film directed by Andrew Louis: Kolaigaran.
Leelai Plot Summary
What happens in Leelai from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Three college friends — Malar, Mona, and Gayathri — form the heart of a story about first loves, misread signals, and the ripple effects of pride. Mona falls for Karthik, despite Malar’s wary prediction that he’s a flirt who might not take relationships seriously. When Mona shares Malar’s concerns with him on a date, it triggers a clash: Karthik feels his freedom is being questioned, and a rift quickly forms between them. Soon after, Gayathri believes Mona was not the right match for Karthik and steps in to date him, only to see the same pattern replay itself — a relationship that collapses due to unresolved issues and a lack of trust.
Full summary
The whole story of Leelai, scene by scene
Leelai Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Leelai.
How Well Do You Know Leelai?
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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Leelai FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Leelai, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Leelai?
Leelai runs 2 hours 20 minutes (140 minutes).
When was Leelai released?
Leelai was released on April 27, 2012.
Who directed Leelai?
Leelai was directed by Andrew Louis.
More films by Andrew Louis Who is in the cast of Leelai?
Leelai stars Shiv Panditt as Karthik, Manasi Parekh as Karunai Malar and Maya Preethi as Mona, among 8 credited actors.
Does Leelai have a post-credit scene?
No. Leelai has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Leelai in?
The original language of Leelai is Tamil.
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