The movie is the official Tamil remake of Puri Jagannadh's 2006 Telugu blockbuster Pokiri , starring Mahesh Babu.
Apart from action, the movie is beloved for the as 'Suttu'. His interactions with local thugs and physical comedy remain heavily shared on social media and video platforms. Main Cast and Crew Character Note Tamizh / Satyamoorthy IPS Vijay Fearless underworld hitman and undercover cop. Shruthi Asin An aerobic instructor who falls for Tamizh's inner charm. Ali Bhai Prakash Raj The ruthless, eccentric international mafia kingpin. Body Soda Vadivelu The comic relief whose misadventures provide stellar humor. Shanmugavel Nassar pokkiri tamil yogi
The film balances a dual narrative that keeps the audience hooked until the final reveal. 1. The Underworld Persona The movie is the official Tamil remake of
The story follows (Vijay), a ruthless, money-driven hitman who operates within the Chennai underworld. He aligns himself with a local gang led by Ali Bhai (Prakash Raj). Despite his violent lifestyle, he falls in love with Shruthi (Asin), a polite aerobic teacher who is repulsed by his brutal nature. 2. The Great Twist Main Cast and Crew Character Note Tamizh /
Released on January 12, 2007, the film ran for over 200 days in theaters across Tamil Nadu, solidifying Vijay's status as a top-tier box office draw.