Thunichal

Thunichal is a 2010 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film written and directed by Majith. Starring Arun Vijay, Ramana, newcomer Shiva Manjal, and Swathika, the film was released on 1 January 2010, after many delays.

Production

The shooting for Thunichal began in 2005, and ended in 2007. Subsequently, the film was scheduled to release in 2008 but did not after Arun Vijay did not dub for the film. Producer P. Kalidas filed a court case against Arun for delaying dubbing for the film. The court verdict was a hold on Arun’s next film Maanja Velu 's release till Thunichal released.

Soundtrack

The soundtrack was the first soundtrack composed by music director Premji Amaran, who during the postponement of the film, went on to become a popular actor. The film is one of two filmsthe other being Nenjathai Killadhe that he worked outside the Chennai 600028 gang.

Release

The film had a low-key release on 1 January 2010, releasing only in 16 theaters.