Sivakasi

Sivakasi

Year: 2005

Runtime: 180 mins

Language: Tamil

Director: Perarasu

ActionDrama

After being compelled to leave his home as a child because of a crime committed by his elder brother Udayappa, Muthappa grows up away from his family. Upon his return he discovers the extent of Udayappa’s wrongdoing and, driven by a sense of betrayal, resolves to confront and punish his brother for his actions.

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Timeline & Setting – Sivakasi (2005)

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Sivakasi

Set in and around Sivakasi, the film follows a tightly knit family navigating poverty, property disputes, and local politics. The town serves as a backdrop for loyalties, betrayals, and public reckonings, with homes, streets, and markets shaping the drama. It functions as both a grounding locale and a battleground where Sivakasi fights to protect his family and their legacy.

🏠 Family town 🗺️ Village and markets 🧭 Ancestral property backdrop

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Main Characters – Sivakasi (2005)

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Sivakasi / Muthappa

A skilled welder with a hidden past, Sivakasi is falsely blamed for a cracker incident 15 years earlier, a crime his brother Udayappa actually committed. He returns to his village to defend his family and property, adopting a clever alter ego to outmaneuver his enemies. His love for Hema and loyalty to his mother and sister drive his relentless pursuit of justice.

💪 Protective 🧠 Calculated ❤️ Loyal

Hema

Sivakasi's love interest who challenges him to confront his past and fight for their future. She seeks validation and familial blessing for their marriage, standing firm against pressure from Sivakasi's history. Her commitment keeps Sivakasi focused on both love and family honor.

💖 Romantic 🎯 Resolute 🧭 Loyal

Udayappa

A ruthless MLA aspirant who leverages power to protect family interests and control ancestral property. He threatens Sivakasi’s family and uses deceit to gain votes, escalating his schemes as public sentiment turns against him. His fall comes as the community unites to expose his corruption.

🗡️ Villain 💰 Power-hungry ⚖️ Corrupt

Meiyappa

Father of Sivakasi and Udayappa, portrayed as a patriarch whose legacy is tangled in tragedy. His death is used to smear Sivakasi’s mother, fueling the family’s hardship and driving Sivakasi's resolve to clear their name and improve their lot.

👨 Patriarch 💔 Tragic

Thangam

Sivakasi and Udayappa's mother, who endures poverty as a servant in her own home. Her resilience and love for her children anchor the family through strife, inspiring Sivakasi to fight for dignity and justice.

👩‍👧 Matriarch 💪 Resilient

Vairam

Sivakasi’s sister who runs a roadside stall with her husband Ramalingam and their daughter Divya, embodying perseverance amidst hardship. Her political involvement and personal sacrifice influence the family’s battle over property and votes.

👩 Sister 💪 Resilient 🏘️ Working-class

Ramalingam

Husband of Vairam, he embodies the working-class struggle and familial loyalty. His kidnapping during the political turmoil underscores the community’s stake in the outcome and evokes sympathy from voters.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family man 💪 Resilient

Kayalvizhi

Wife of Udayappa, she is threatened by his schemes but survives through Sivakasi’s intervention and the community’s shift in sentiment. Her situation highlights the personal costs of political power struggles.

💪 Protected 👩‍👧 Family member

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Major Themes – Sivakasi (2005)

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🏠 Family Honor

Family honor drives most decisions in Sivakasi's world. Central conflicts revolve around protecting loved ones from accusations and confronting those who weaponize kinship for gain. Loyalty, reputation, and the desire to keep the family name intact shape characters' actions more than mere wealth or power.

⚖️ Social Justice

Power, money, and politics are depicted as tools to control people and property. Sivakasi mobilizes support and exposes Udayappa's corruption, turning the election into a battleground for accountability. The story uses political theater to critique abuse of power and demand fairness for the common folk.

🕊️ Redemption

Moments of forgiveness surface as past deeds are confronted. Sivakasi's reveal of his true identity and his efforts to reunite with his family culminate in a renewed bond. The arc suggests that mercy and unity can break cycles of vengeance.

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 12:13

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