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==Soundtrack==
==Soundtrack==
The soundtrack album to the film was composed by [[Vidyasagar (music director)|Vidyasagar]] and features five songs. It was described as "bland" by [[Rediff]],<ref name=rf>http://www.rediff.com/movies/review/south-review-siruthai/20110114.htm</ref> while [[Sify]] called it "catchy and youthful".<ref>http://www.sify.com/movies/siruthai-is-a-family-entertainer-tamil-film-review-rating-news-national-lbps4idghgj.html</ref> Behindwoods gave a 2.5/5 rating, claiming that it "emphasizes the fact that it is a commercial entertainer. This may not be Vidyasagar's best album but he has given what the movie requires: A crisp album with short and sweet songs [...] ''Siruthai'' is a worthy listen to and must appeal to Karthi's fans is a huge way".<ref>http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-music-reviews/review-1/siruthai-music-review.html</ref>


{{Track listing
{{Track listing
| extra_column = Performer(s)
| extra_column = Performer(s)
| lyrics_credits = yes
| title1 = Romba Roba | extra1 = [[Ranjith (singer)|Ranjith]] | lyrics1 = [[Na. Muthukumar]]
| title1 = Naan Romba Roba | extra1 = [[Ranjith (singer)|Ranjith]] | lyrics1 = [[Na. Muthukumar]]
| title2 = Chellam Vada Chellam | extra2 = [[Udit Narayan]], Roshan & Surmukhi | lyrics2 = Na. Muthukumar
| title2 = Chellam Vada Chellam | extra2 = [[Udit Narayan]], Roshan & Surmukhi | lyrics2 = Na. Muthukumar
| title3 = Azhagha Poranthuputa | extra3 = Malathy Laxman & [[Priyadarshini (singer)|Priyadharshini]] | lyrics3 = Viveka
| title3 = Azhagha Poranthuputa | extra3 = Malathy Laxman & [[Priyadarshini (singer)|Priyadharshini]] | lyrics3 = Viveka

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Siruthai
Theatrical Release Poster
Directed bySiva
Written bySiva
Screenplay bySiva
Story byVijayendra Prasad
Produced byK. E. Gnanavel Raja
S. R. Prakash Babu
S. R. Prabhu
Starring
CinematographyVelraj
Edited byV. T. Vijayan
Music byVidyasagar
Production
company
Distributed byStudio Green
Release date
  • 14 January 2011 (2011-01-14)
Running time
155 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageTamil
Budget₹17 crore (US$2.0 million)[1]
Box office₹75 crore (US$9.0 million)[2]

Siruthai (English: Cheetah) is a 2011 Indian Tamil action-masala film directed by Siva.[3] A remake of the Telugu blockbuster Vikramarkudu, directed by S. S. Rajamouli, the film stars Karthi, performing dual roles, and Tamannaah alongside comedian Santhanam. The film was produced by K. E. Gnanavelraja and features music by Vidyasagar. It was released during Pongal on 14 January 2011; in spite of mixed reviews, it went on to become a commercial success.[4][5][6]

Plot

Rocket Raja (Karthi) is a small-time thief who steals anything he comes across. In the company of his partner, Kaatupoochi (Santhanam), he enjoys life to its fullest and even falls for the charm of the beautiful Swetha (Tamannaah). However, his life changes forever when a young girl named Divya Rathnavel ends up in his care; he looks exactly like her father Rathnavel Pandian IPS (Karthi). As Raja discovers the girl's past, it is revealed that Rathnavel Pandian is an honest policeman who is a nightmare to criminals, but that one gang of criminals in the village of Devipattinam are intent on killing him and his daughter becaue he killed the son of a leader criminal,he was also humiliating ladies . Rathnavel Pandian's colleagues put Divya in Rocket Raja's care so that the criminals could not track her,Rathnavel Pandian is on the verge of death following a gunshot to his head.first raja is angry with little divya and raja breaks her tape recorder which had the song sang by her mother before her death hearing this raja repairs the tape recorder on which divya is so happy and hugs him,after that he likes the child so much and also because Despite this, Rathnavel Pandian is intent on fighting back. Unfortunately, he dies following a long battle with several criminals who had been chasing Raja and Divya. Upon seeing his courage, Rocket Raja (with the help of Rathnavel Pandian’s colleagues) steps into Rathnavel Pandian's shoes and finishes his unfinished work. He also takes on the responsibility of taking care of Divya, with the help of Swetha.

Cast

Production

In 2008, reports emerged that telugu blockbuster "Vikramarkudu" will be remade in tamil with Karthi in lead roles and Priyamani and Anushka, who acted in original was considered as heroines, Suraj of Thalainagaram was said to be the director[7]. VV Kathir who directed Jeeva starrer Thenavattu was also announced as director but Sivakumar advised Karthi to do strong characters before making a mark as action hero thus the project was dropped[8]. The project was revived in 2010 and Siva who directed telugu films like Souryam and Sankham was selected as director making his debut in tamil[9]. Tamannah was selected as heroine pairing with Karthi after Paiyaa since Karthi wanted her in the film[10].

Soundtrack

The soundtrack album to the film was composed by Vidyasagar and features five songs. It was described as "bland" by Rediff,[11] while Sify called it "catchy and youthful".[12] Behindwoods gave a 2.5/5 rating, claiming that it "emphasizes the fact that it is a commercial entertainer. This may not be Vidyasagar's best album but he has given what the movie requires: A crisp album with short and sweet songs [...] Siruthai is a worthy listen to and must appeal to Karthi's fans is a huge way".[13]

No.TitleLyricsPerformer(s)Length
1."Naan Romba Roba"Na. MuthukumarRanjith 
2."Chellam Vada Chellam"Na. MuthukumarUdit Narayan, Roshan & Surmukhi 
3."Azhagha Poranthuputa"VivekaMalathy Laxman & Priyadharshini 
4."Thalattu"Pa. VijaySrivadhini 
5."Adi Rakkamma Rakku"ArivumathyRanjith, Suchitra & Roshan 

Reception

The film released on January 14, coinciding with Pongal and received mixed reviews from critics. Behindwoods gave a 2/5 rating and wrote: "Watch Siruthai if you are a hardcore mass masala fan. Since the originality of the Telugu version is retained, when released in Andhra this movie might serve as Karthi’s launch pad in Tollywood. Chances are that you might like Karthi, who is trying his best to prevent the movie from its impending dive into the depths of hackneyed void."[14] Sify claimed that Siruthai had "come out as a festival bonanza for Tamil film goers. It is an unpretentious commercial pot boiler with ample doses of romance, comedy, action and emotion".[15] Indiaglitz, another portal said "'Siruthai' is fit and fine for a good leap. With Karthi trying new vistas not missing out on the entertainment quotient, it is a obvious sweet pongal for masses this Pongal. Action and satisfaction is what 'Siruthai' is".[16] N. Venkateswaran from the Times of India deemed a score of 2.5/5, citing that it "does not do anything for Karthi as an actor; what it does is to cement his position in the Tamil film industry as an actor who is a big draw at the box office".[17] Malathi Rangarajan from The Hindu noted: "Generally, well-told cop stories don't bite the dust. Nor do dual role bonanzas. Going by the norm, this Siruthai should charge ahead!"[18] Chennai Online stated: "Though the formula used in the flick could appeal to the masses, the director could have thought of some fresh sequences to make the movie more exciting".[19] Oneindia.in remarked: "You can watch the film with your family because of the entertaining elements. It has a perfect mix of romance, action, fun, comedy, glamour and sentiments. It is a perfect Pongal treat for Kollywood audience. Do not miss this movie".[20]

References

  1. ^ "Remake Renaissance in Kollywood". timesofindia.indiatimes.com. 23-2-2011. Retrieved 10-5-2011. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= and |date= (help)
  2. ^ "Suraj waits for Karthi". Behindwoods. 7-5-2011. Retrieved 19-3-2011. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= and |date= (help)
  3. ^ "First Look: Karthi in Siruthai - Rediff.com Movies". Rediff.com. 10 November 2010. Retrieved 26 February 2011.
  4. ^ http://www.sify.com/movies/wedding-bells-for-karthi-news-tamil-le1s0Bbebba.html
  5. ^ Raghavan, Nikhil (16 April 2011). "Itsy-bitsy". The Hindu. Chennai, India.
  6. ^ http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/66410.html
  7. ^ http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/telugu/article/41395.html
  8. ^ http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/51262.html
  9. ^ http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/telugu/article/54372.html
  10. ^ http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/article/55114.html
  11. ^ http://www.rediff.com/movies/review/south-review-siruthai/20110114.htm
  12. ^ http://www.sify.com/movies/siruthai-is-a-family-entertainer-tamil-film-review-rating-news-national-lbps4idghgj.html
  13. ^ http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-music-reviews/review-1/siruthai-music-review.html
  14. ^ http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movie-reviews/reviews-2/siruthai-movie-review.html
  15. ^ http://www.sify.com/movies/siruthai-is-a-family-entertainer-tamil-film-review-rating-news-national-lbps4idghgj.html
  16. ^ http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/tamil/review/11397.html
  17. ^ "Siruthai". The Times Of India. 29 January 2011.
  18. ^ "Cops, crooks and a comedy". The Hindu. Chennai, India. 23 January 2011.
  19. ^ http://chennaionline.com/movies/movie-reviews/20112917122953/Movie-Review-Siruthai.col
  20. ^ http://entertainment.oneindia.in/tamil/reviews/2011/siruthai-movie-review-150111-aid0064.html

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