Little John

Little John

Year: 2001

Runtime: 124 mins

Language: Tamil

Director: Singeetam Srinivasa Rao

FantasyComedyDramaAction

When a visiting researcher tries desperately to escape, after mistakenly captured by police for an alleged theft in a temple, bizarre things start happening.

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Timeline & Setting – Little John (2001)

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Time period

Present day / Contemporary

The narrative shifts between a modern-day India and the ancient myth at its core. An American student arrives to study the temple, grounding the fantasy in contemporary settings and concerns. The plot culminates as the clock ticks toward sunset, tying fate to the relic’s fate.

Location

Mookuththi Amman temple, Tamil Nadu, India

The Mookuththi Amman temple is the central setting of the myth surrounding the sacred nose stud. It anchors the modern investigation as a site of legend that inspires both devotion and danger. The temple’s history and its relic drive the conflict between good and evil throughout the story.

🕌 Temple 🗺️ India

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Main Characters – Little John (2001)

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John McKenzie - Bentley Mitchum

An American student from Pittsburgh who travels to India to study the Mookuththi Amman temple. Initially skeptical, he becomes a reluctant hero after being transformed to a tiny size, joining the quest to restore the relic. He faces arrest, escapes custody, and ultimately helps bring the Mookuththi back, reuniting with Vani.

🧭 Outsider ⚔️ Hero 🎓 Scholar

Vani Vishwanath - Jyothika

Vasu’s sister who warmly welcomes John and quickly becomes his ally and love interest. She aids his escape and supports the mission to recover the Mookuththi, offering courage and loyalty that bridge cultural gaps.

💞 Love Interest 🕊️ Ally 👪 Family

Swamiji - Anupam Kher

The temple sage who unveils the legend of the Mookuththi and guides John with mysterious teachings. He uses powder to render John invisible, is arrested for concealing someone charged with a crime, and ultimately instructs John to restore the relic before sunset to defeat Kalabhairavan.

🧭 Mentor 🔮 Mystic 👨‍🏫 Teacher

Kalabhairavan - Prakash Raj

An ancient evil waiting to seize the Mookuththi for power. He hypnotizes a loyal servant to do his bidding and relentlessly pursues the relic, only to be defeated when the relic is returned to its rightful place.

🔥 Villain 🧪 Antagonist ⚔️ Evil

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Major Themes – Little John (2001)

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✨ Myth & Faith

The film blends ancient legend with present beliefs, exploring how faith shapes decisions and actions. The relic embodies both reverence and power, illustrating how belief can empower heroes while complicating consequences. It questions what people are willing to believe to safeguard what they hold sacred.

🗝️ Power & Temptation

Kalabhairavan’s long patience for the relic sets up a confrontation over power. The pursuit of the Mookuththi reveals how desire can corrupt and how vigilance preserves sacred trust. The relic becomes a moral test for both hero and antagonist.

💑 Love & Sacrifice

John’s relationship with Vani drives courage and alliance beyond cultural boundaries. Their bond adds a personal stake to the battle, highlighting loyalty and sacrifice under extraordinary pressure. Love acts as a catalyst that helps unite communities against evil.

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