An engineering graduate with a loving family and a caring lover, decides to go against a vindictive politician and his son who threaten to hurt his loved ones.
Acting
Jayaprakash as the dignified father steals every scene.
Writing
Balances engineering-nerd protagonist with mass-hero moments surprisingly well.
Director
Ashok Amritharaj
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Ashwin Kakumanu took a five-year gap from lead roles after this film, making Thiri a curious bookmark in his career.
The film taps into post-Jallikattu protest Tamil pride — the honorable rural son vs Chennai corruption narrative resonated regionally in 2017.
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