Saamy (2003): Cast & Plot
Saamy is a 2003 action drama directed by Hari, starring Trisha Krishnan as Bhuvana, Kota Srinivasa Rao and Vijayakumar. It runs 2 hours 20 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 20m (140 min)
- Director
- Hari
- Original language
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Tamil - Studio
- Kavithalayaa Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Saamy About?
The premise of Saamy without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A police officer, initially complicit in corruption, takes kickbacks from powerful politicians and local henchmen, using his authority to facilitate their criminal activities. When he falls in love with a woman who inspires him, he resolves to abandon his illicit alliances and seek redemption, confronting the forces he once served.
Saamy Themes & Keywords
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Saamy Cast & Characters
Trisha Krishnan leads the cast as Bhuvana, with Kota Srinivasa Rao as Annachi and Vijayakumar as Aaruchamy's Father. Directed by Hari; 26 actors are credited in all.
- Director Hari
- Trisha Krishnan as Bhuvana
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Kota Srinivasa Rao as Annachi -
Vijayakumar as Aaruchamy's Father -
Vivek as Venkataraman Iyer
Also Starring in Saamy
· 22 more- Vikram Aaruchamy
- Manorama Bhuvana's Grandmother
- Delhi Ganesh Bhuvana's Father
- Ponnambalam Annachi's Henchman
- Ilavarasu
- Ramesh Khanna Sub-Inspector
- Sumithra Bhuvana's Mother
- Venniradai Moorthy
- Crane Manohar
- Singamuthu
- Thiyagu
- Bala Singh
- Rajesh
- Thiruppaachi Benjamin Kudai repair
- Besant Ravi
- Nellai Siva
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More from Hari
More films directed by Hari: Rathnam, Yaanai, Saamy² and Si 3.
Saamy Plot Summary
What happens in Saamy from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Aarusaamy, alias Saamy, rides into Tirunelveli’s crowded city market as a drunk, rough-edged figure and spends two days wandering the streets to gauge the lay of the land and the local power dynamics. He witnesses a pickpocket masquerading as a cop trying to extort money, and he steps in to teach the swindler a harsh lesson. When the real police arrive, Saamy reveals himself as the new DCP of Tirunelveli and orders the arrest of the corrupt mimic-cop. He then reshapes the police force, scrapping red tape and setting a blunt policy: arrest any thug without second thoughts, provided the public and the innocent are protected. Under his command, crime begins to fall, and the city breathes a bit easier.
Full summary
The whole story of Saamy, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Saamy?
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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Movies Like Saamy
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Saamy², Samurai and Saani Kaayidham.
Saamy FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Saamy, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Saamy?
Saamy runs 2 hours 20 minutes (140 minutes).
When was Saamy released?
Saamy was released on May 5, 2003.
Who directed Saamy?
Saamy was directed by Hari.
More films by Hari Who is in the cast of Saamy?
Saamy stars Trisha Krishnan as Bhuvana, Kota Srinivasa Rao as Annachi and Vijayakumar as Aaruchamy's Father, among 26 credited actors.
Does Saamy have a post-credit scene?
No. Saamy has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Saamy in?
The original language of Saamy is Tamil.
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