Raayan

Storyline

Raayan 2024 is a gritty revenge-drama that tells the story of a man's descent into violence after tragedy strikes his family, blending emotional depth, stylized action, and powerful music into a haunting narrative.

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Tagline

When vengeance cooks in silence, blood becomes the spice.

Motion Picture Rating (MPA)

A

Trivia

• Raayan 2024 marks Dhanush's second directorial venture after Pa Paandi 2017.
• A.R. Rahman composed a dark, experimental score blending traditional instruments with electronic undertones to match the film's tone.
• Dhanush shot several high-octane action scenes without body doubles.
• The film's restaurant set was built entirely from scratch to serve as a central visual and symbolic element.
• Raayan was filmed across Chennai and Karaikudi, combining rustic and urban backdrops to reflect the duality of the protagonist's life.

Goofs

• In one kitchen sequence, a knife disappears from the counter between shots.
• The blood stains on Raayan's shirt shift positions in a few continuity cuts

Quotes

• "In a game of thieves, trust is the rarest currency."
• "Every plan has a flaw; the trick is finding it first."

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• The end credits roll over a slow-motion sequence of a flame extinguishing in the restaurant kitchen, symbolizing Raayan's emotional closure.

Connections

• Raayan draws thematic parallels with Asuran 2019 and Vikram Vedha 2017, exploring revenge, morality, and family bonds.

Soundtracks

• Composer: A. R. Rahman
• Highlights:
• The Final Heist - tense orchestral theme
• Shadows and Secrets - suspense-driven score
• Trust and Betrayal - emotional track reflecting character conflicts