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Madha Yaanai Koottam (2013): Cast & Plot

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Madha Yaanai Koottam is a 2013 thriller directed by Vikram Sugumaran, starring Kathir as Parthiban, Viji Chandrasekhar and Kalaiyarasan. It runs 2 hours 18 minutes.

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Madha Yaanai Koottam (2013) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 18m (138 min)
Director
Vikram Sugumaran
Genre
Thriller
Original language
Tamil
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The story

What Is Madha Yaanai Koottam About?

The premise of Madha Yaanai Koottam without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Following the death of his father, Jayakkodi Thevar, Parthiban finds himself embroiled in a violent feud. While attempting to protect his stepbrother, he inadvertently causes the death of Veera Thevar’s son, igniting a cycle of revenge. Now, Veera Thevar and his remaining sons are determined to avenge their loss, setting the stage for a bloody and escalating conflict in Theni.

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Cast & crew

Madha Yaanai Koottam Cast & Characters

Kathir leads the cast as Parthiban, with Viji Chandrasekhar as Sevanamma and Kalaiyarasan as Boologarasa. Directed by Vikram Sugumaran; 15 actors are credited in all.

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More from Vikram Sugumaran

One more film directed by Vikram Sugumaran: Raavana Kottam.

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Plot

Madha Yaanai Koottam Plot Summary

What happens in Madha Yaanai Koottam from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The film centers on the family of Jayakkodi Thevar, a respected landowner whose influence spans generations in the village, and who keeps two wives in a complex, intertwined household. The first wife, Sevanamma, commands power from behind the scenes, aided by her elder brother Veera Thevar, and together they marshal local gangs to secure their own version of order. The second wife’s children live under Jayakkodi’s more visible affection, and he prefers to share his life with them, a choice that sows quiet resentment in Sevanamma’s camp.

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The whole story of Madha Yaanai Koottam, scene by scene

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How Well Do You Know Madha Yaanai Koottam?

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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Details

Madha Yaanai Koottam Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “Madhayaanai Kootam” and “Madhayanai Kootam”.

Also known as
  • Madhayaanai Kootam
  • Madhayanai Kootam

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Madha Yaanai Koottam FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is Madha Yaanai Koottam?

Madha Yaanai Koottam runs 2 hours 18 minutes (138 minutes).

When was Madha Yaanai Koottam released?

Madha Yaanai Koottam was released on December 25, 2013.

Who directed Madha Yaanai Koottam?

Madha Yaanai Koottam was directed by Vikram Sugumaran.

More films by Vikram Sugumaran

Who is in the cast of Madha Yaanai Koottam?

Madha Yaanai Koottam stars Kathir as Parthiban, Viji Chandrasekhar as Sevanamma and Kalaiyarasan as Boologarasa, among 15 credited actors.

Does Madha Yaanai Koottam have a post-credit scene?

No. Madha Yaanai Koottam has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Madha Yaanai Koottam in?

The original language of Madha Yaanai Koottam is Tamil.

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