Andhagan is a Tamil film set to release on August 9, 2024. Directed by Thiagarajan, it is a remake of the Hindi movie Andhadhun (2018). The film features Prashanth in the lead role, with Simran, Priya Anand, and Samuthirakani also starring. It has generated excitement because the original film was a hit.
The film is produced by Staar Movies and includes a strong cast and an intriguing story about crime and mystery. Andhagan has been in development for a few years and marks Prashanth’s return to the screen, making it a significant event for Tamil movie viewers.
| Movie Title | Andhagan |
| Genre | Thriller, Crime |
| Director | Thiagarajan |
| Main Cast | Prashanth, Simran, Samuthirakani and Priya |
| Release Date | August 9th |
| Runtime | 2 hours 20 minutes |
| Budget | Estimated ₹35 crore |
| Remake of | Andhadhun |
| IMDb Ratings | 8.1/10 |
Andhagan has mostly positive reviews for being a faithful remake of Andhadhun. Prashanth and Simran’s performances have been praised, especially Simran's role. The film maintains the suspense and thrill of the original, though there are minor criticisms like exaggerated acting.
While the film captures the plot well, some aspects, such as visual effects, could be better. Overall, Andhagan received 3 out of 5 stars, thanks to its strong cast and compelling story.
Casting Name
- Prashanth as Krish
- Simran as Simi
- Priya Anand as Sophie
- Samuthirakani as Inspector Mano
- Karthik as Actor Karthik
- Yogi Babu as an auto driver
- Vanitha as the housekeeper
Brief Plot
Andhagan tells the story of Krish who is a blind pianist who witnesses a murder. At a private event, Krish becomes entangled in a crime involving actor Karthik’s murder by his wife and her lover, Inspector Mano. As Simi and Mano try to hide their crime, Krish must deal with the danger despite being blind.
The film explores themes of deception and survival as Krish uses his smarts to solve the mystery. With many twists and tense moments, Andhagan keeps viewers on edge until the end.
Theatrical Collections
In its first five days, the film has grossed ₹4.05 crore in India, with ₹4.7 crore worldwide. The film opened with ₹65 lakh and saw growth over the weekend, peaking at ₹1.25 crore on Sunday but dropping to ₹50 lakh by Monday.
Advance bookings have been steady, but the film needs a significant boost to match the success of the original Andhadhun. With a budget of around ₹15 crore, Andhagan will need strong post-release growth, especially with upcoming holidays, to recover its costs and potentially break even.
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