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Vettaiyan

Vettaiyan is a 2024 Indian Tamil-language action drama film directed by T.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Vettaiyan is a 2024 Indian Tamil-language action drama film directed by T. J. Gnanavel and produced by Lyca Productions. It stars Rajinikanth in the lead role alongside an ensemble cast that includes Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, and Manju Warrier. The film was released in theatres on 10 October 2024.

Plot

The film follows a police officer known as Vettaiyan, or "Hunter," whose investigation into a criminal case leads to wider conflicts involving justice, corruption, and public pressure.

Cast

The ensemble cast is led by Rajinikanth and includes Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Manju Warrier, Ritika Singh, Dushara Vijayan, Rohini, Kishore, Abhirami, and Rao Ramesh.

Production

Vettaiyan was directed by T. J. Gnanavel and produced by Subaskaran Allirajah under Lyca Productions. It was made as a Tamil-language commercial feature with a prominent star cast.

Release

The film was released in theatres on 10 October 2024. English-language listings and Indian entertainment databases describe it as a 2024 release.

Key facts

  • Vettaiyan is a 2024 Tamil-language Indian action drama film.
  • The film is directed by T. J. Gnanavel and produced by Lyca Productions.
  • Rajinikanth stars in the lead role, with Amitabh Bachchan making his Tamil-language debut.
  • The ensemble cast also includes Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, and Manju Warrier.
  • Vettaiyan was released theatrically on 10 October 2024.

Frequently asked questions

What is Vettaiyan?
Vettaiyan is a 2024 Indian Tamil-language action drama film starring Rajinikanth.
Who is in the cast of Vettaiyan?
The cast includes Rajinikanth, Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Manju Warrier, Ritika Singh, Dushara Vijayan, Rohini, Kishore, Abhirami, and Rao Ramesh.
When is Vettaiyan releasing?
Vettaiyan was released in theatres on 10 October 2024.
What is Vettaiyan about?
It follows a police officer nicknamed Vettaiyan as an investigation into a criminal case expands into issues of justice, corruption, and public pressure.
Is Vettaiyan a movie?
Yes. Vettaiyan is a feature film.
Who directed Vettaiyan?
Vettaiyan was directed by T. J. Gnanavel.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vettaiyan
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  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26936666/
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  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/vettaiyan
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  4. Hindustan Times — https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/tamil-cinema/vettaiyan-movie-review-tj-gnanavels-follow-up-to-jai-bhim-squanders-rajinikanths-star-power-amitabh-bachchan-101728545738367.html
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  5. Lyca Productions / YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pE1qTi_Lt8E
    Supports: Official cast list and writer-director credit
  6. YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0thAPXrWaU
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