Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases
Development & Casting
Production officially begins in December 2012 with Saran at the helm. Key casting decisions secure Vinay Rai for dual leads and three newcomers for female roles.
Key Events
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Production Commencement — Filmmaking officially begins in December 2012.
Location: Production Office
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Dual Lead Casting — Vinay Rai is secured for dual lead roles.
Location: Casting Studio
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Female Leads Selection — Three newcomers are cast as the female leads.
Location: Audition Room
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Music Composition — Director's regular composer Bharadwaj scores the music.
Location: Recording Studio
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Thematic Development — Narrative focuses on money laundering and hawala.
Location: Writer's Room
Global Filming & Themes
Bharadwaj composes the soundtrack while the narrative centers on hawala and money laundering. Filming spans multiple domestic and international locations.
Key Events
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Thirunelveli Shoot — Primary filming takes place in Thirunelveli.
Location: Thirunelveli
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Hyderabad Shoot — Production moves to Hyderabad for additional scenes.
Location: Hyderabad
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Bangkok Shoot — International filming commences in Bangkok.
Location: Bangkok
Delays & Production Hurdles
The shoot encounters significant scheduling setbacks, pushing the release timeline forward. Creative teams navigate logistical challenges to complete the film.
Key Events
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Bangkok Shoot — International filming commences in Bangkok.
Location: Bangkok
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Dubai Shoot — Production continues with Dubai location shoots.
Location: Dubai
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Production Delays — Filmmaking undergoes several production delays.
Location: Production Office
Release & Box Office
The film finally hits theaters on September 22, 2017, marketed as an action romance. Despite dual lead performances, it struggles commercially upon release.
Key Events
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Release Announcement — Film finally releases on 22 September 2017.
Location: Press Conference
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Genre Positioning — Film is marketed as an action romance.
Location: Marketing Office
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Theatrical Launch — Movie opens in theaters nationwide.
Location: Cinemas
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Critical Reception — Reviews analyze production and performances.
Location: Review Platforms
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Box Office Result — Film fares poorly at the box office.
Location: Box Office
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Dual Role Execution — Vinay Rai portrays two distinct characters.
Location: Screen
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Hawala Plotline — Money laundering and hawala schemes unfold.
Location: Underground
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Romance Subplot — Romantic elements woven into action narrative.
Location: Screen
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Director's Vision — Saran's thematic and stylistic choices finalized.
Location: Final Cut
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Legacy & Impact — Noted for production delays and dual lead performance.
Location: Archives
