Mirugaa

Mirugaa

Year: 2021

Runtime: 130 mins

Language: Tamil

Director: J. Parthiban

CrimeThriller

Driven by greed, a cunning criminal marries a wealthy billionaire with the intention of stealing her fortune. However, their plans are complicated by the unexpected presence of a dangerous, man-eating tiger living on the estate, creating a perilous situation for everyone involved.

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Timeline & Setting – Mirugaa (2021)

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Time period

Contemporary present day

The events unfold in modern times, with a corporate setting, media coverage, and police investigations. Modern technology is used for surveillance and communication, such as phone tapping and news reports. Flashbacks reveal a killer’s past, but the action remains grounded in a current-day setting.

Location

Lakshmi's tea factory, Lakshmi's residence, nearby forest, hotel

The story revolves around a bustling tea-factory empire and the surrounding forested area where workers are terrorized by a predatory tiger. The key locations include Lakshmi's corporate offices and her lavish residence, as well as a hotel used for tense meetings. The climax unfolds in a sealed house where the tiger roams, blending urban business intrigue with a perilous, nature-driven menace.

🏭 Industrial 🌳 Forest 🏠 Domestic thriller 💼 Corporate

Last Updated: October 14, 2025 at 04:03

Main Characters – Mirugaa (2021)

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John D'Soza (Srikanth)

A suave yet remorseless serial killer who marries wealthy single mothers to steal their wealth and then murders the entire family. He changes his name to Arvind to elude capture, using charm and calculated moves to gain power within Lakshmi’s company. His past is exposed through Subadhra’s blackmail scheme, but he remains ruthless until the tiger ends his run.

🕵️‍♂️ Serial killer 🎭 Master of disguise 💰 Greed

Lakshmi (Raai Laxmi)

A powerful, wealthy businesswoman who runs a large conglomerate including a tea factory. She is targeted by Arvind’s manipulation as he ingratiates himself as a caring partner. Despite threats and betrayal, she fights to protect her family and wealth.

💼 Powerful 🧠 Strategic 💰 Wealth

Subadhra (Vaishnavi Chandran Menon)

Lakshmi’s estranged sister who blackmails John with the memory of his past crimes. She manipulates him to kill Lakshmi in exchange for a share of the wealth, but ultimately becomes a victim as Arvind retrieves the incriminating card.

🗝️ Blackmailer 🎭 Deceptive 💼 Schemer

Vijay (Dev Gill)

A police officer and friend of Lakshmi who investigates the murder of the secretary and pursues Arvind as the prime suspect. He becomes an obstacle to Arvind’s plans and meets a violent, fatal end at Arvind’s hands.

🕵️‍♂️ Police 🔎 Investigator 🛡️ Antagonist

Mithoo (Naira Shah)

Lakshmi’s daughter, who, along with her aunt Nithya, becomes a key child survivor in the tense finale as they try to outrun the tiger. Mithoo embodies vulnerability and resilience in the face of danger.

👧 Child 🏡 Family 💖 Protective

Nithya

Lakshmi’s sister who joins Mithoo in seeking safety amidst the threats. She participates in the struggle to escape the peril unleashed by Arvind and united with her sister and niece.

👩‍👧 Family ties 🌀 Danger escalate 🛡️ Protector

Last Updated: October 14, 2025 at 04:03

Major Themes – Mirugaa (2021)

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🎭 Deception

The killer uses charm and a false persona to win trust and trap his victims. Relationships become masks for greed and murder, as Arvind moves from lover to killer to strategist. The film shows how deception corrodes families and feeds a cycle of betrayal.

💰 Greed and Power

Money drives the killer’s actions and Lakshmi’s wealth creates a dangerous power dynamic. Blackmail, manipulation, and murder are employed to seize control of the business. The story frames wealth as both motive and vulnerability.

🕵️ Investigation & Dual Identities

A detective’s pursuit of the truth exposes the killer’s dual life—gentle suitor and ruthless predator. Unmasking the true identity behind the friendly facade drives the suspense. Memory, lies, and cover stories blur lines between victim and suspect.

🐅 Nature’s Predator

The tiger, released into the house, acts as a primal force shaping the final confrontation. It embodies an unavoidable, external threat that human scheming cannot control. The creature’s presence heightens fear and accelerates the climax.

Last Updated: October 14, 2025 at 04:03

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