Raayan (2024) Hindi, Tamil Movie

Raayan, directed by and starring Dhanush, is an action-packed thriller made by Sun Pictures. The movie has some very talented actors like Sundeep, Kalidas, etc. Also, the best part is that A. R. Rahman has composed the music, continuing his collaboration with Dhanush.

The movie was filmed mainly in Chennai and Karaikudi, and it had a budget of ₹100 crore. Raayan tells the story of a young man who dives into the criminal world to seek revenge for his family's tragic loss. It's a much-awaited film, especially as it marks Dhanush's 50th movie milestone, and it hit theatres on 26 July.

TitleRaayan
GenreAction, Drama
DirectorDhanush
Main CastDhanush, Suryah, Amala, etc.
MusicA. R. Rahman
Release Date26 July 2024
LanguageTamil
Budget₹100 crore
Runtime145 minutes

Raayan has received various reviews from popular websites. On IMDb, it holds a user rating of 7.5/10, with many praising Dhanush's acting and direction. Filmibeat praised the movie for its intense story and strong characters, especially noting the chemistry between the main actors.

BookMyShow users rated the movie 3.5/5, liking the gripping plot and A.R. Rahman's music. Nettv4u also gave a positive review, highlighting the engaging second half and the powerful performances by the cast. Overall, Raayan is seen as a significant addition to Tamil cinema with Dhanush's awesome acting.

Main Actors

  • Kalidas Jayaram as Raayan
  • Sshivada Nair as Raayan's wife
  • Lal as Valliappan
  • Indrans as Ponnambalam
  • Samyuktha Menon as Meenakshi
  • Vijay Sethupathi
  • Jagadish as Police Officer

Story

Raayan is a gripping gangster drama centred around a man named Raayan, played by Dhanush, who starts as a simple cook in North Chennai. As the story unfolds, Raayan's hidden life as a former gangster emerges, pulling him back into a world of crime and manipulation. The film's intense plot explores Raayan's journey as he confronts formidable foes like S.J. Suryah's character.

The movie features a talented cast including Dushara Vijayan as the female lead, along with Selvaraghavan, Prakash Raj, Sundeep Kishan, and Kalidas Jayaram, each playing significant roles in Raayan's turbulent life. It's a story that shows Raayan's struggle to reconcile his current life with his dangerous past.

Box Office

Raayan is doing very well at the box office. It made around ₹10 crores on its first day, and experts think it could earn over ₹100 crores in just the first week. The movie has grabbed attention because of its exciting story and talented cast, which has helped it earn a lot of money.

Experts say Raayan might end up being one of the year's highest-grossing films. It's been successful because a lot of people bought tickets early and told their friends it was good. They think Raayan will make a big impact at the box office this year.

Raayan is currently playing in theatres and it will be available on streaming services like Sun NXT, Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar, or Amazon Prime Video later on. You can check more such action dramas on the Bollyflix platform.