Raavanan

Storyline

Raavanan tells the story of a rebellious bandit leader who kidnaps the wife of a police officer responsible for his sister’s death. Set against the backdrop of dense forests and rugged terrain, the film explores themes of love, revenge, and justice from multiple viewpoints. As the bandit leader and his captive woman form an unexpected bond, the lines between right and wrong blur, revealing the complexities of human nature and morality.

Tagline

When justice and revenge collide, a legend is born.

Motion Picture Rating (MPA)

PG-13

Trivia

• Raavanan is a modern adaptation of the Indian epic Ramayana, focusing on the antagonist’s perspective.
• Vikram underwent intense physical training and transformed his appearance to portray Raavanan authentically.
• The film was simultaneously shot in Tamil (Raavanan) and Hindi (Raavan) with slight variations in cast and scenes.
• Aishwarya Rai played dual roles in both versions, showcasing different shades of her characters.
• The movie was praised for its cinematography, especially the scenic locations in forests and hills.

Goofs

• Some continuity errors in the forest chase scenes, where props and character positions change abruptly.
• A few dialogues are muted or out of sync in certain dubbed versions.
• Background sounds sometimes don’t match the scene’s environment, like urban noises during a forest sequence.

Quotes

• "A demon isn’t born, he’s made." – Raavanan
• "Love and hate are two sides of the same coin." – Raagini
• "Justice is not always black and white." – Dev

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• The credits feature stylized tribal artwork reflecting the forest setting and Raavanan’s wild persona.
• A special thank you note is dedicated to the folklore and epics that inspired the story.

Connections

• Inspired by the Ramayana but offers a fresh, morally gray perspective similar to films like Baahubali and Padmaavat.
• Shares thematic elements with other Mani Ratnam films focusing on complex human emotions and conflicts.

Soundtracks

• Music composed by A.R. Rahman, blending tribal and classical sounds:
• “Kondattam” – an energetic tribal dance number.
• “Ranjhanaa” – a soulful romantic track.
• “Usure Pogudhey” – a melodious love song that became very popular.