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Rebel

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RATING
5.6/10
POPULARITY
75

Kathiresan, a young man from Munnar, moves to Palakkad for his college education and falls in love with Sara Mary John. A campus fight between Tamil and Malayalee student groups escalates when local p... Read more

Kathiresan, a young man from Munnar, moves to Palakkad for his college education and falls in love with Sara Mary John. A campus fight between Tamil and Malayalee student groups escalates when local politicians and police intervene. What begins as a college rivalry becomes a rebellion demanding respect, justice and identity. Kathiresan must navigate loyalty, betrayal and courage in a world where student politics is meant to change lives. Show less

RELEASE DATE
January 1, 1970
GENRES
Action, Drama
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Quick Info

Release Date January 1, 1970
Language Tamil
Rating 5.6/10
Popularity 75
Genres Action, Drama
Production Studio Green
MPAA Rating U/A

Storyline

In the early 1980s, when language and regional identity determined power, a group of students find themselves at the centre of a rural college battle. Kathiresan's arrival in Palakkad becomes the beginning of a storm college disputes, political interference and a movement for dignity. As violence and activism overtakes campus life, Kathiresan must decide whether to stay silent or become the leader his community believes in. The film charts a journey of force, fear and political awakening against the backdrop of student life and rebellion.

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Did You Know

Trivia
  • Directed and written by debutant Nikesh RS.
  • Stars G. V. Prakash Kumar, who also composed the music.
  • Mamitha Baiju makes her Tamil film debut in this.
  • The film is set in the 1980s and draws from real incidents in the Munnar region.
Goofs
  • Some scenes use heavy nostalgic props that feel inconsistent with the period shown.
  • Major plot transitions in the second half feel abrupt to some viewers.
Quotes
  • "Rebellion begins when silence ends."
  • "You can't belong until you choose to fight for what you are."
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  • The credits roll over archival-style grainy photographs of student groups, set to a raw college anthem.
Connections
  • The film joins the genre of campus-based political dramas exploring regional identity and youth unrest.
  • It echoes themes of student activism and state politics as seen in earlier Tamil films.
Soundtracks
  • Music by G. V. Prakash Kumar songs and OfRo / Siddhu Kumar background score.
  • Key tracks include "Rise of Rebel" which was released as a single ahead of the film.

No cast information available.

Tags

Tags

Student Revolt Language Identity College Life Youth Activism Politics Action Respect Regional Struggle

Tagline

When standing up means everything is at stake.

Motion Picture Rating (MPA)

U/A

This rating indicates the content is suitable for the specified audience.

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Frequently Asked Questions

01

What is Rebel about?

A Tamil political action drama about a college student's journey amid regional tensions, student politics and identity in the 1980s.

02

Who directed the film?

Nikesh RS directed the movie.

03

Who are the lead actors?

G. V. Prakash Kumar and Mamitha Baiju lead the cast.

04

Who composed the music?

G. V. Prakash Kumar composed the songs background score by OfRo & Siddhu Kumar.

05

What themes does the film explore?

Student unrest, regional/language identity, politics, youth rebellion and respect.

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