Varnam Malaysia
  • Home
  • News
  • Celebrity
  • Reviews
  • Features
  • Music
  • Trailers
  • Culture
No Result
View All Result
Varnam Malaysia
  • Home
  • News
  • Celebrity
  • Reviews
  • Features
  • Music
  • Trailers
  • Culture
No Result
View All Result
Varnam Malaysia
No Result
View All Result
Home Movies

Thaen; Delves Into A Subject Rarely Talked About In Cinema

Is poverty the mother of crime?

by Revathi Durai
July 12, 2021
Share on FacebookShare on TwitterSend

Thaen; a tribal beekeeping couple tackle apathy and poverty!

Is poverty the mother of crime?

Helmed by Ganesh Vinayak, Thaen depicts difficulties encountered by people living in Tamil Nadu’s hills and how they are impacted by the carelessness of a few government officials. The lead roles star Tharun Kumar, Abarnadhi and rising child star, Anusri who plays the mute girl role in the film. 

Sukumar’s breathtaking cinematography is another great milestone for the film as the entire film was shot in the small village hamlet Kurinjikudi on Kurinji Malai, which is said to have herbs and minerals that keep all diseases away. 

A truly jaw-dropping work by the cinematographer!

For those who love forests and nature in general, the film will be a visual delight. Tharun played the part of a forest dweller who works as a beekeeper.

Velu (Tharun) is the man you have to seek, if you need honey. At the same time, he voluntarily helps those who are ill. Poongodi (Abarnadhi) falls in love with Velu as his willingness to help others has captivated her heart. They eventually got married despite being opposed by the local village leaders, after they failed to get an auspicious nod from the God of the hill.

Everything seems to be fine, till one day Poonkodi develops a sickness that requires Velan bringing her to a government hospital for treatment. Two pure souls are sent out of Eden. It’s supposed to be a metaphor for how our lush hills have been trampled on for the sake of politics and business. The only thing that truly falls is our eagerness to see what unfolds next.

Due to lack of valid documents or means to prove their citizenship, Velu was struggling to get a medical card for his wife. The journey that he went through was an incredible emotional-tear jerk. It may just make your heart burst into tears.

“If the government offers you an identity, it will take something bigger from you,” says the beggar in the film.

Meanwhile, it’s indeed possible to relate this movie with a real-life incident which happened in India. A few years back, Dana Majhi, an impoverished Indian man, carried his wife’s body 12 kilometres after the hospital authorities rejected his plea for an ambulance to transport the body back to their village.

Well, that’s what happened in the very last scene, in which Velan carries his wife’s body thirty kilometres up the hill because a government hospital shunned his request to provide them with a free ambulance. 

With overdrawn emotions, the dialogues are exceptionally well-written and leave an indelible impact among the audience. Despite being filled with humour and sarcasm, Raasi Thangadurai’s dialogue raises a lot of important concerns. Not to forget the nuances dialect and phrases which have been used throughout the entire film. It’s indeed an amazing attempt by the casts.

 ‘Sami kitta uththaravu varla (I haven’t received God’s command)’.

It’s not merely a metaphor; it’s a glimpse into the minds of the people who dwell in this microcosm. There is even an intriguing omen that may be used to determine whether two people are compatible enough to marry.

With such a complex issue, director Ganesh’s powerful, yet level-headed film has garnered multiple awards at international level. Thaen is the most poignant film of 2021 that will make you cry and ponder over the circumstances long after the movie has ended. 

“The hardship of an uneducated man fighting for his rights is a reality that many people face… In a sympathetic narrative, ‘Thaen’ puts his struggle to the forefront. The film is based on real events that are relevant in today’s world, and it has captivated the hearts of fans.”

YouTube video

A film that tugs at your heartstrings and lingers on your mind long after the scenes have rolled!

Thaen is currently streaming exclusively on SonyLIV and Amazon Prime Video. 

Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or Telegram for more updates and breaking news. 

Filed Under AbarnathiAnusriGaneshMulti-award FilmPovertySukumar CinematographerThaenTharunWorth to watch
https://lomp.at/myo0d
Share3Tweet2Send

YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE

Movies

Here’s Why Superstar Rajinikanth’s Coolie Has Fans Counting Down the Days

by Tivyasruthi Nair Prem Ananth
August 5, 2025

The highly anticipated Coolie, starring Superstar Rajinikanth, is set to storm the big screens on 14 August 2025. Produced by...

Read more
Movies

Sivakarthikeyan Isn’t a Fan of Sequels, But Maaveeran Might Be the Exception

At a time when Tamil cinema is slowly warming up to sequels and franchise-building, actor Sivakarthikeyan has shared his candid...

Read more
by Shivashangkari Chandran
August 5, 2025
Movies

Superstar Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ Creates History in Malaysia; Anirudh Says the Film Blends Star Power with Intelligence

The buzz around Coolie is reaching fever pitch as its release date draws near. Audiences are eagerly awaiting the film,...

Read more
by Tivyasruthi Nair Prem Ananth
August 1, 2025
Movies

“Madharasi Carries the Soul of Ghajini, the Swag of Thuppakki,” Says AR Murugadoss

Renowned director AR Murugadoss is set to make a grand return to the big screen with his highly anticipated film...

Read more
by Tivyasruthi Nair Prem Ananth
July 28, 2025
Image Source: The Hindu
Reviews

Thalaivan Thalaivii Movie Review: Parotta, Comedic Lines & Pandiraj’s Feel-Good Touch

There are two kinds of pakka entertainment films. One makes you laugh with non-stop jokes. The other keeps you smiling...

Read more
by Shivashangkari Chandran
July 28, 2025
Image Source: The New Indian Express
Movies

GV Prakash and Abbas Team Up for Family Comedy in Maria Raja Elenchezhian’s Debut Film

In an exciting new collaboration, composer-turned- actor GV Prakash and popular actor Abbas are set to headline a new Tamil...

Read more
by Shivashangkari Chandran
July 24, 2025
Movies

‘Tourist Family’ Becomes Most Profitable Indian Film of 2025

As 2025 reaches its halfway mark, box office numbers for Indian films have become a major talking point. Standing out...

Read more
by Tivyasruthi Nair Prem Ananth
July 23, 2025
Image Source: Only Kollywood
Movies

Adhik Ravichandran to Reunite with Ajith Kumar After Good Bad Ugly

In exciting news for Tamil cinema fans, director Adhik Ravichandran has confirmed that he will be  reuniting with star actor...

Read more
by Shivashangkari Chandran
July 22, 2025
Movies

Madras High Court Issues Notice Over Unauthorised Use of ‘Chandramukhi’ Clips in ‘Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairytale’

The Madras High Court has issued a notice to the production house behind Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairytale in response to...

Read more
by Tivyasruthi Nair Prem Ananth
July 10, 2025
Picture Credit: Dhivager
Concert

Hearts of Harris: The Final Encore Delivers a Powerful, Unforgettable Night

On the night of 5th July, the Axiata Arena pulsed with music, memories, and magic as Harris Jayaraj’s highly awaited...

Read more
by Shivashangkari Chandran
July 9, 2025
Load More

TRENDING

  1. 1

    Astro Premieres ‘Aadhira’ on 14 July: A New Drama about Strength and Courage

  2. 2

    Chronology of Tishant’s Tragic Case: How a Missing Person Case Became a Murder Probe

  3. 3

    Dr. Kamalan Jeevaratnam: Pioneering Cross-Disciplinary Advances in Cardiology and Global Research Collaboration

  4. 4

    Aadi Perukku: Significance Of The Celebration

  5. 5

    Superstar Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ Creates History in Malaysia; Anirudh Says the Film Blends Star Power with Intelligence

  • Advertising
  • Jobs
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy

© 2025 Vijandren Ramadass. All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Celebrity
  • Reviews
  • Features
  • Music
  • Trailers
  • Culture

© 2025 Vijandren Ramadass. All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Celebrity
  • Reviews
  • Features
  • Music
  • Trailers
  • Culture

© 2025 Vijandren Ramadass. All Rights Reserved.