Naadodigal 2
Naadodigal 2 (transl. Nomads 2) is a 2020 Indian Tamil-language drama film written and directed by Samuthirakani and produced by S Nandagopal under the banner of Madras Enterprises. It stars Sasikumar and Anjali.[1] The film released on 31 January 2020.[2] The film is a namesake sequel to the highly successful 2009 film Nadodigal.
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Directed by | Samuthirakani |
Produced by | S Nandagopal |
Written by | Samuthirakani |
Starring | Sasikumar Anjali Athulya Ravi |
Music by | Justin Prabhakaran |
Cinematography | NK Ekambaram |
Edited by | A. L. Ramesh |
Production company | Madras Enterprises |
Release date | 31 January 2020 |
Country | India |
Language | Tamil |
Plot
The plot revolves around four protagonists who are against caste and what happens when they unite against caste elements in society.
Cast
- Sasikumar as Jeeva
- Anjali as Sengodi
- Athulya Ravi as Soumya
- Bharani as Paandi
- Pawan as Soumya's uncle
- Esakki Barath as Soumya's lover
- Vikram Anand as Vikram
- E. Ramdoss as Jeeva's uncle
- Namitha Marimuthu as Priya
- Tulasi as Jeeva's mother
- Sriranjani as Sengodi's mother
- Subhashini Kannan as Soumya's aunt
- Lizzie Antony as Soumya's mother
- Madhushree as Soumya's cousin
- G. Gnanasambandam as Mariyadum Perumal
- Namo Narayana as Selfie Chinnamani
- Anil Murali
- Thavasi as Priya's father
- Pichaikkaran Moorthy
- Porali Dileepan as Police inspector
- Naadodigal Gopal as Gopal
- V. K. Vijayakumar as Villager
- Benjamin as Head constable
- Pallavarajan as Sakthi
- Samuthirakani as Bus driver (special appearance; also voice-over)
Production
The announcement of the film was made in early January 2018 by director Samuthirakani but refused earlier that the film will not be a sequel to the film Naadodigal.[3] The production of the film went on floors in March 2018. Samuthirakani also revealed that the film would be quite similar to the first part but with a different storyline.[4] Bharani and Namo Narayana who were part of the prequel film were also added to the cast.[5]
While being busy with the shooting for the film Naadodigal 2, a sequel to the 2009 film Naadodigal, M. Sasikumar chose to work with the director Maruthupandian for the film Asuravadham.[6] The post production of the film was completed in around June 2018.[7]
Soundtrack
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Released | 20 September 2019 | |||
Recorded | 2019 | |||
Genre | Feature film soundtrack | |||
Length | 24:35 | |||
Language | Tamil | |||
Label | Sony Music India | |||
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The film's soundtrack is composed by Justin Prabhakaran who earlier composed for the director's Thondan, replacing Sundar C Babu who worked as the music director of the film's predecessor. The album features seven songs, with lyrics for the film are written by Yugabharathi, G. Logan and Arivu. The song "Shambo Shiva Shambo" from the predecessor was used in the film. The audio rights of the film are secured by Sony Music India.
The first single track, titled "Adhuva Adhuva" was released on 18 July 2019.[8] The remaining songs and the full album was released on 19 September 2019 at Prasad Film Labs, with the album was made available at music streaming platforms on the next day.[9]
No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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1. | "Adhuva Adhuva" | Yugabharathi | Shweta Mohan, Sooraj Santhosh | 3.22 |
2. | "Raila Raila" | Yugabharathi | Achu Rajamani | 4:10 |
3. | "Varungaalam Engaladhu" | G. Logan, Arivu | G. Logan, Arivu, Gana Ulagam Dharini, Isaivani | 3:46 |
4. | "Aana Varudha Paarungadi" | Yugabharathi | Reema | 3:42 |
5. | "Paga Paga" | Yugabharathi | Mark Thomas | 4:12 |
6. | "Adhuva Adhuva (Rain Version)" | Yugabharathi | Shweta Mohan, Sooraj Santhosh | 3:11 |
7. | "Naadodigal 2 (Theme)" | Instrumental | Justin Prabhakaran | 2:12 |
Total length: | 24:35 |
Marketing
Five video snippets in the form of "Just Looks" from the film was released in stages by actor Suriya, Arya, Jayam Ravi, Mohanlal and director AR Murugadoss throughout the month of July 2018.[10][11][12][13][14]
The official teaser was released on 6 July 2019, followed by official trailer on 24 January 2020.[15][16]
In addition, the film was given a U/A certificate by CBFC.[17]
Distribution
On 24 January 2020, the producers announced that Linda Big Pictures was selected as the film's distribution partner for Tamil Nadu region, followed by Red Giant Movies for City and Salem region, Dhanam Pictures for Chengalpet region, S Picture for North and South Arcot region and Gopuram Films for Coimbatore and Madurai region.[18]
Release
Initially, it was slated for July 2019 release, but later postponed. It was announced by the producer that the film will be released on 31 January 2020.[19][2]
References
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- @MadrasEnterpriz (15 July 2019). "1st single of #naadodigal2 from July 18th at 5:30pm!! @thondankani @SasikumarDir @yoursanjali @AthulyaOfficial @justin_tunes @eka_dop @SonyMusicSouth" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- "All Praise For Director Samuthirakani At The Audio Launch Of Nadodigal 2". Silverscreen India. 20 September 2019. Retrieved 25 January 2020.
- @Suriya_offl (2 July 2018). "So looking forward to this film @thondankani @msasikumardir Happy to present "Naadodigal -2" teaser!!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- @MadrasEnterpriz (6 July 2018). "#naadodigal2 Just Look #2 launch by @arya_offl on July 9th, Evening 5pm" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- @MadrasEnterpriz (14 July 2018). "#naadodigal2 Just Look #3 unvieled Today 5pm by @actor_jayamravi" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- @MadrasEnterpriz (19 July 2018). "Today 5pm #Naadodigal2 Just Look #4 release by @Mohanlal" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- @MadrasEnterpriz (27 July 2018). "Today 5pm #naadodigal2 Just Look#5 unveiled by @ARMurugadoss" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- "The official teaser of director Samuthirakani's Naadodigal 2 starring Sasikumar and Anjali is here". Behindwoods. 6 July 2019. Retrieved 25 January 2020.
- "Nadodigal 2 trailer review - Friends unite for a new cause!". Indiaglitz. 25 January 2020. Retrieved 25 January 2020.
- @MadrasEnterpriz (18 January 2020). "#Naadodigal2 Certified U/A!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- @MadrasEnterpriz (24 January 2020). "#Naadodigal2 Tamil Nadu release @LindaBigPicture Honourable Distributors for #Naadodigal2 @RedGiant_Movies @DhanamPictures #spicture @gopuram_films" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- "Samuthirakani's 'Naadodigal 2' to hit screens this July!". Indiaglitz. 1 July 2019. Retrieved 25 January 2020.