
Vikram Vedha is a 2017 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film directed by Pushkar–Gayathri and produced by YNOT Studios.
The central plot revolves around Inspector Vikram leading a special task force to eliminate Vedha, the leader of a gang operating in Chennai. An encounter meticulously planned by Vikram's friend Simon results in the deaths of Vedha's trusted aides, forcing him out from hiding.
Upon this event, Vedha voluntarily surrenders for questioning at the police station. During his interrogation, he engages Inspector Vikram with three stories that challenge and alter Vikram's understanding of morality and justice.
The film features R. Madhavan and Vijay Sethupathi in lead roles, alongside Shraddha Srinath, Kathir, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Prem, Achyuth Kumar, Hareesh Peradi, and Vivek Prasanna. The soundtrack is composed by Sam C.S., while cinematography and editing were handled by P. S. Vinod and A. Richard Kevin respectively.
Principal photography took place in North Chennai between November 2016 and January 2017. Released on July 21, 2017, the film received critical acclaim for its technical execution, script, action sequences, and performances from R. Madhavan and Vijay Sethupathi.
The movie was a commercial success and earned several awards, including four Filmfare Awards, two Vijay Award wins, and accolades at the Norway Tamil Film Festival, among others.
