Thalai Ezhuthu is a 2009 Tamil language thriller film directed by Ethiraj.
The film stars Richard Raj and Pooja Gandhi, with Guinness Pakru, Meera Krishnan, Bala Singh, and Saakshi Siva playing supporting roles.
Raj, a software engineer, lives with his widow mother. He spent his childhood in a home for disabled children, which instilled sympathy for the handicapped in him. After completing his degree, he invents a device that can help the disabled people overcome their physical defects and complete their daily routines.
The film explores the consequences of Raj's invention and its impact on his life, as well as death threats from a corrupt politician who wants to appropriate it.
Produced by Richard Raj and released on 10 July 2009, Thalai Ezhuthu was directed by Ethiraj.