While working as an auto-rickshaw driver to fund his education, Ravi intervenes when a gangster's son, Chella, harasses his friend.
The story of Vettaikaran (The Hunter) centers on Ravi, a pulse-pounding tribute to the classic "hero’s journey" in Tamil commercial cinema.
Ravi discovers that his idol, Devaraj, was unjustly dismissed from the police force and blinded by Vedhanayagam's gang. Realizing that the law is powerless against Vedhanayagam’s deep-seated corruption, Ravi decides to take matters into his own hands. Transitioning from an aspiring cop to an underground vigilante, Ravi wages a one-man war—becoming the "Vettaikaran" (The Hunter)—to cleanse the city of crime and restore justice. Star-Studded Cast and Performances Thalapathy Vijay as Ravi
As "Police" Ravi, the idealistic student turned hunter. Anushka Shetty: As Susheela (Susi), Ravi’s love interest.
The success of Vettaikaran relies heavily on its energetic cast, delivering performances that perfectly match the high-octane tone of the script. Vettaikaran Tamil Full Movie Vijay 2009
Vijay carries the film entirely on his shoulders. He effortlessly transitions from a comical, romantic college student to an intense, unyielding force of justice. His dance sequences and punch dialogues became an instant hit with the youth.
Released in December 2009, Vettaikaran (transl. Hunter) stands as a landmark "masala" film in Joseph Vijay’s illustrious career. Directed by debutant B. Babusivan and produced by AVM Productions, this action-packed entertainer arrived at a crucial time, re-establishing Vijay as a powerhouse of commercial cinema. With music by Vijay Antony, a stellar cast, and high-octane action scenes, Vettaikaran provided fans with the perfect year-end adrenaline rush.
The film's true strength lay in its impressive ensemble cast, which contributed significantly to its appeal. Here’s a breakdown of the key players and their roles:
: Ravi is framed for drug smuggling, thrown into jail, and expelled from his college. While working as an auto-rickshaw driver to fund
Ravi (Vijay) is a happy-go-lucky youngster from Thoothukudi who moves to Chennai with the ambition of becoming a police officer, inspired by an encounter specialist. Along the way, he falls for Suseela (Anushka Shetty) and joins a local college. When he tries to protect a classmate from a wicked gangster's son, he incurs the wrath of a dreaded villain, Devanayakam (Salim Ghouse). The movie then becomes a cat-and-mouse game between the "police-in-training" student and the ruthless villain, leading to a typical, action-packed revenge climax. What Works (Pros) Vijay's Charisma:
The story revolves around , a happy-go-lucky youth from Thoothukudi who idolizes a righteous Chennai-based cop named Devaraj (Srihari). Ravi’s sole ambition is to graduate from college, move to Chennai, and join the police force to clean up society just like his idol.
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An energetic intro song featuring a cameo by Vijay's son, Jason Sanjay . Realizing that the law is powerless against Vedhanayagam’s
Salim Ghouse (as Vedhanayagam) and Ravi Shankar (as Chella).
: A fierce track featuring traditional percussion that perfectly underscored the film's action themes.
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