Anjaamai ( transl. Fearlessness) is an 2024 Indian Tamil-language legal drama film written and directed by S. P. Subburaman in his directorial debut and produced by Dr. M. Thirunavukarasu MD under the banner of Thiruchithram Productions and presented by Dream Warrior Pictures. ^[1] The film stars Vidharth, Vani Bhojan, Rahman and Krithik Mohan in lead roles.The soundtrack and background score were composed by Raghav Prasad and Kalacharan, while the cinematography and editing were handled by Karthick and Ram Sudharsan. ^{[2] [3]}

Anjaamai was released in theatres on 7 June 2024. ^[4]The film received mixed-to-positive reviews from critics, who praised the lead cast's performance, social message, emotional scenes and direction.

Synopsis

Sarkar, portrayed by Vidharth, hails from a village near Dindigul and works as a farmer. He has two childrens, with his eldest son, Krithik Mohan, aspiring to become a doctor while still in school. During this time, the central government introduces the NEET exam for medical education. The film depicts Sarkar’s struggles to make his son’s dream a reality, shedding light on the challenges faced by Tamil Nadu students and their families due to the NEET exam. Director Subburaman effectively showcases the stress and pressure imposed on students to succeed in the NEET exam.

Sarkar joins forces with socialite Manikkam, played by Rahman, to advocate for his son. The narrative focuses more on the father-son relationship in the first half, with Sarkar’s son traveling to Jaipur to take the NEET exam.

Cast

• Vidharth as Sarkar
• Vani Bhojan as Saraswathi, Sarkar's wife
• Rahman as Adv. Manikkam
• Krithik Mohan as Arundhavam, Sarkaar's son
• Rekha Sivan as Sarkar's daughter
• KPY Ramar
• Balachandran as Justice Sundaram
• KPY Kuraishi

Production

The film extensively shot in Dindigul. ^[5]

Reception

A critic from Cinema Express wrote that "Shouldering a noble intention accompanied by effective performances and powerful rhetorics, Anjaamai, true to the title, fearlessly voices against unempathetic policies drafted by bureaucrats and politicians unmindful of how they will be received by the common man". ^[6] A critic from The Times of India rated the film two out of five stars and wrote that "All in all, Anjaamai acts as a reminder for filmmakers to not go overboard with an emotional plot and to refrain from sensationalising a story". ^[7] A critic from Times Now rated the film three out of five stars and wrote that "This film is aimed at conveying a message and might not be for those looking for entertainment. A decent film, worth watching once!" ^[8]

References

External links

• Anjaamai at IMDb