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Pugaipadam (2010): Cast & Plot

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Pugaipadam is a 2010 drama directed by Rajesh Lingam, starring Nanda, Amzath Khan and Priya Anand. It runs 2 hours 30 minutes.

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Pugaipadam (2010) movie poster
Release year
Runtime
2h 30m (150 min)
Director
Rajesh Lingam
Genre
Drama
Original language
Tamil
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The story

What Is Pugaipadam About?

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

Guru, Nanda, Bala, Krishna, KK and Gowri form a close‑knit college circle, soon joined by Shiny. While Krishna and Shiny fall in love, they conceal the romance, creating hidden tension. The fragile equilibrium shatters when Bala attempts suicide, forcing the friends to confront their secrets and loyalties.

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Cast & crew

Pugaipadam Cast & Characters

Nanda leads the cast, with Amzath Khan as Krishna and Priya Anand as Shiney George. Directed by Rajesh Lingam; 6 actors are credited in all.

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Plot

Pugaipadam Plot Summary

What happens in Pugaipadam from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Shiney George Priya Anand joins their circle of friends, and soon, Shiney and Krishna Amzath Khan fall in love. Gowri has long loved Guru, but he refuses her advances, saying they should not break their friendship. He and Krishna later fail a few exams. Afterward, Shiney slaps Krishna, and Guru fights with her. The group splits between boys and girls. They reunite after the lecturers’ interrogation. The group helps Guru and Krishna clear their debts and get jobs, and Shiney’s father eventually comes to accept his daughter’s love. Krishna and Shiney reveal their love to their friends. However, that night Bala commits suicide.

Full summary

The whole story of Pugaipadam, scene by scene

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How Well Do You Know Pugaipadam?

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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Pugaipadam Also Known As

Also known as “Pugaippadam”.

Also known as
  • Pugaippadam

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FAQ

Pugaipadam FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is Pugaipadam?

Pugaipadam runs 2 hours 30 minutes (150 minutes).

When was Pugaipadam released?

Pugaipadam was released in 2010.

Who directed Pugaipadam?

Pugaipadam was directed by Rajesh Lingam.

Who is in the cast of Pugaipadam?

Pugaipadam stars Nanda, Amzath Khan as Krishna and Priya Anand as Shiney George, among 6 credited actors.

Does Pugaipadam have a post-credit scene?

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

What language is Pugaipadam in?

The original language of Pugaipadam is Tamil.

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