Thangalaan

Storyline

Thangalan narrates the gripping story of miners in the Kolar Gold Fields, focusing on their daily fight for survival amid hazardous working conditions. It reveals their personal sacrifices, strong bonds, and the impact of corporate and political decisions on their lives. Through emotional and intense moments, the film portrays their hopes, dreams, and relentless spirit as they strive for dignity and justice.

Tagline

Courage shines brightest in the darkest mines.

Motion Picture Rating (MPA)

PG-13

Trivia

• The Kolar Gold Fields were among the world’s deepest and oldest gold mines, operational for over a century.
• The film crew spent time in actual mining locations to capture authentic atmosphere and conditions.
• Many scenes were shot underground to give a realistic portrayal of miners' daily lives.
• The film sheds light on the forgotten history of mining communities and their contributions.

Goofs

• Some minor continuity errors in scenes depicting underground mining equipment.
• Occasional inconsistencies in lighting during night mine sequences.
• Background extras sometimes wear modern clothes inconsistent with the film’s time period.

Quotes

• "In the depths of darkness, the spirit of a miner shines the brightest."
• "Gold is precious, but the lives behind it are priceless."

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• The end credits include real photographs and footage of Kolar miners from archival sources.
• Special thanks are given to retired mine workers who consulted on the film.

Connections

• Shares thematic elements with movies about labor struggles and mining like The 33 and Gold.
• Reflects socio-economic issues similar to other regional films about mining communities.

Soundtracks

• The soundtrack blends folk tunes of Karnataka with somber orchestral themes to evoke the miner’s hardships.
• Songs highlight both the camaraderie and sorrow of the mining life.