Synopsis
Velli Thirai is a 2008 Indian Tamil-language satirical drama film directed by debutant Viji and produced by Prakash Raj.
The film stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, Gopika, and Prakash Raj in prominent roles.
Principal photography took place in locations in India, Indonesia, and Australia. The film score and soundtrack were composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar, with many songs altered from the original.
The plot follows Saravanan, a struggling assistant director who goes to Hyderabad in hopes of pursuing his dream. His roommate, Kanniah, copies his script and gives it to a producer, leading to Kanniah becoming famous due to the film and being rechristened Dilipkanth.
Velli Thirai was released on 7 March 2008 but failed to do well at the box office.
