Synopsis
Naan Kadavul is a 2009 Indian Tamil-language action drama film directed by Bala and produced by K. S. Sreenivasan under Vasan Visual Ventures.
The film stars Arya, alongside Pooja Umashankar, Rajendran, Krishnamoorthy, Azhagan Thamizhmani and Vijaya Bharathi.
The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, while cinematography and editing were handed by Arthur A. Wilson and Suresh Urs respectively.
The film is based on the Tamil novel Yezhaam Ulagam by Jeyamohan, who also penned the film's dialogues.
Naan Kadavul follows the story of Rudran (Arya), a father who leaves his son in Kashi, Varanasi due to astrological reasons. 14 years later, he returns with his daughter to find him and discovers that he has become an Aghori, a character who gives moksha and prevents the soul from getting rebirth.
The story takes a turn as Rudran learns about the world of physically and mentally challenged beggars controlled by the cruel Thandavan (Rajendran). He becomes embroiled in their struggles and ultimately seeks revenge against Thandavan, leading to a violent confrontation.
