''Madurai Sambavam'' () is a 2009

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written and directed by Youreka in his directorial debut. It stars Harikumar, Anuya Bhagvath and Karthika, while

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, Kadhal Dhandapani, and

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play supporting roles. The music was composed by John Peter with cinematography by

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and editing by P. Sai Suresh. The film was released on 4 September 2009.

Plot

Aalamarathaar is dreaded by his enemies in Aattuthotti in

Madurai Madurai ( , , ), formerly known as Madura, is a major city in the States and union territories of India, Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is the cultural capital of Tamil Nadu and the administrative headquarters of Madurai District, which is ...

. He involves in "katta panchayat" but strives to do his best for the people in the neighborhood, where he is respected by everyone. Aalamarathaar is assisted by his son Azhagar aka Kutty and son-in-law. Gomathi is Kutty's niece who loves him madly, which he does not reciprocate. Local MP Cutout Ganesan and Assistant Commissioner R. Subramaniam are both keen to bump off Aalamaram and Kutty. Kutty falls in love with a female cop named Caroline Thomas. However, it is revealed that she uses him just to shoot down Aalamaran, so she kills Aalamaran. When Kutty discovers Caroline's evil nature, he plays along with her for the right time to take revenge. One night, Caroline invites Kutty to her house and seduces him in order to make him stop underworld crimes for her. He refuses, but they end up making love. After the sex, the next morning, when Caroline comes to her senses and realizes her mistake, she attempts to shoot Kutty, but he kills her and tells her that he knows all her plans.

Cast

Soundtrack

Soundtrack was composed by John Peter. *"Vaigai Aatril" - Sriram, Nithyasree *"Oru Ilavum Panju" -

Harish Raghavendra Harish Raghavendra (born 7 December 1976) is an Indian singer who has worked mainly in Tamil films. He is the son of photographer P.V Raghavendran. Harish is best known for his songs like "Hey Azhagiya Theeyee" from '' Minnale'', "Nirpadhuve N ...

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*"Landhu Kuduppom" -

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*"Kulathil" - Chinmayi, Hariharan *"Kannazhaga" -

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Critical reception

''Indiaglitz'' wrote "All said, `Madurai Sambavam', has some loose ends. But forget the logic, you an enjoy this earthy entertainer." ''The Hindu'' wrote "Enough action and good performances are provided by the lead pair and Radha Ravi not to mention a nice cameo by Anand Babu but director Eureka has not made full use of these aspects, the climax proving a spoilsport." ''Deccan Herald'' wrote "‘Madurai Sambavam’ is not a pious flick for devout. Instead, ‘Madurai...’ is a mundane masala film. The lyricist-turned-director proffers an unapologetic hotch-potch cauldron aimed at B & C class who are sure to have a whale of a time hooting and whistling at gay abandon". ''Vikatan'' wrote "The build-up scenes of the hero uprooting the servant and the palm tree in one fell swoop, if the masala smell had been reduced, would have been an unforgettable incident!".

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* {{IMDb title, tt6821494 2009 films Films about organised crime in India Films shot in Madurai 2000s Tamil-language films 2000s Indian films Fictional portrayals of the Tamil Nadu Police Indian gangster films Films set in Madurai Indian action films 2009 directorial debut films 2009 action films