Vedha (2008 film)

Vedha (/ˈveɪðɑː/) is a 2008 Indian Tamil language action drama film directed by R. Nithyakumar, starring Arun Vijay and Sheela. The music was composed by Srikanth Deva. The film was released on 28 March 2008.^[1]

Vedha
VCD cover
Directed by	R. Nithyakumar
Written by	R. Nithyakumar (dialogues)
Screenplay by	Vasu Bhaskar
Story by	Vasu Bhaskar
Produced by	Vasu Bhaskar
Starring	Arun Vijay Sheela
Cinematography	Vijay Gopal
Edited by	V. Jaishankar
Music by	Srikanth Deva
Production company	Connect Film Media Pvt. Ltd.
Release date	28 March 2008 (2008-03-28)
Running time	138 minutes
Country	India
Language	Tamil

Plot

Vijay is crazy about his younger brother Vadhan. Then, in a college election, he impersonates the police officer on duty, batters a group of goondas, threatens other candidates, and forces them to withdraw, only so that brother gets elected. But by this act, Vijay earns the wrath of the local gangster Sathya.

In the meantime, Vijay meets Vedha and after a few meetings, both of them develop an affinity towards each other. Simultaneously, Vijay learns that Vadhan is in love. When Vadhan feels hesitant and unsure of success in his love, Vijay elects to help him, as usual. They visit a mall where, predictably, Vadhan introduces Vedha as the light of his life. Hiding his disappointment Vijay congratulates his brother and with his convincing dialogue, persuades Vedha to marry Vadhan. The fairy-tale wedding takes place, but a shocking truth revealed during the wedding night shatters the lives of Vijay, Vedha, and Vadhan.

Cast

• Arun Vijay as Vijay
• Sheela as Vedha
• Jaivardhan as Vadhan
• Karunas
• Seetha
• Satyaprakash as Sathya
• Bose Venkat as Police Inspector
• Mayilsamy
• Singamuthu
• A. C. Murali Mohan
• Madhan Bob
• Ambani Shankar
• Nellai Siva as Tea Shop Owner
• Bonda Mani
• Srikanth Deva in a special appearance

Production

The film began production in late 2006, with the muhurat shot being taken at the Governor's mansion.^[2] The story of Vedha was based on the experiences of Vasu Bhaskar's friend, although he took some liberties while writing the screenplay. Nithyakumar explained the film's theme: "Sacrifice is a noble sentiment but it is not possible for one to give up everything for others".^[3]

Soundtrack

The soundtrack was composed by Srikanth Deva.^[4]

Song	Singers	Lyrics
"Azhage Azhage"	KK, Chinmayi	Thanga. Senthilkumar
"Ayyo Azhage"	Udit Narayan, Pop Shalini	P. Vijay
"Chikku Bukku Rayilu"	Gana Bala	R. Nithyakumar
"Ninaitha Paavam"	Vijay Yesudas	Vasu Bhaskar
"Rasikkum Seemane"	Anuradha Sriram	Yugabharathi
"Vilakkinil"	Vijay Yesudas	V. T. Thanga Bhaskar
"Achamillai Achamillai"	Tippu, Archith	Vijay Sagar
"Vannarpetta"	Sabash, Thanga Bhaskar	Paarthi Bhaskar
"Ennai Naan"	Unni Menon	Vasu Gokila

Critical reception

Pavithra Srinivasan of Rediff.com wrote "It's neither time-pass nor meaningful cinema; Vedha stumbles somewhere in between."^[5] The Hindu wrote, "Dialogue and direction are Nityakumar's; story and screenplay, Vasu Basker's. When the two latter departments fail to impress, the former can do little. 'Veda' is an example".^[6] Sify wrote, "Veda is an old fashioned corny tale full of mush and melodrama one associates with a 60's film and is predictable and boring".^[7]