

Karnan, an angry young man, fights for the rights of his oppressed people. Can he save them from those who wield power and weapons?
Acting
Dhanush's controlled fury—barely speaking yet absolutely terrifying.
Cinematography
The horse imagery frames Karnan as divine reincarnation throughout.
Direction
Mari Selvaraj weaponizes rural iconography against systemic brutality.

Director
Mari Selvaraj
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Based on 1995 Kodiyankulam caste violence where police destroyed an entire Dalit village.
The title references both Mahabharata's wronged prince and 1964 Sivaji Ganesan film—reclaiming epic heroism for the oppressed.