Rishi (2001)
A Tamil action entertainer where a thief's dangerous discovery puts his unsuspecting lookalike squarely in a minister's crosshairs.
Rishi - Movie Information
- Original Title: ரிஷி
- Release Year: 2001
- Directed by: Sundar C
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action
- Runtime: 2h 23m
- Original Language: Tamil
- Spoken Languages: Tamil
- Release Date (Theatrical): February 16, 2001 (India - U)
- Production Companies: P. A. Art Productions
- Production Countries: India
Rishi - Plot
Rishi, a thief, happens to own a floppy incriminating a minister of murder. Things turn chaotic when his lookalike Velu is targeted by the minister for the footage.
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Rishi - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Sundar C
Main Cast
- R. Sarathkumar
- Sanghavi
- Meena
- Prakash Raj
- C. Arun Pandian
- Devan
- Ramesh Khanna
- S. S. Rajendran
- Bhuvaneswari
- S.Ve. Sekar
Writers
- Panchu Arunachalam
- Sundar C
Producers
- Meena Panchu Arunachalam
- Panchu Arunachalam
Rishi - FAQs
What is Rishi about?
Rishi follows a small-time thief who accidentally comes into possession of a floppy disk containing evidence of a minister's murder. When the minister's henchmen mistake Rishi's lookalike, Velu, for the thief, chaos and danger spiral out of control in this fast-paced Tamil action thriller.
Who plays the dual role in Rishi?
R. Sarathkumar takes on the dual role in Rishi, playing both the street-smart thief Rishi and his lookalike Velu. It's a fun and energetic performance that lets Sarathkumar showcase two very different personalities within the same film.
Who directed Rishi (2001)?
Rishi was directed by Sundar C, a popular Tamil filmmaker known for his entertaining commercial entertainers. He also co-wrote the screenplay alongside veteran writer Panchu Arunachalam, bringing a lively mix of action and comedy to the story.
Who are the main actors in Rishi?
The film stars R. Sarathkumar in a dual role, alongside Sanghavi and Meena as the female leads. Prakash Raj, C. Arun Pandian, Devan, Ramesh Khanna, and S. S. Rajendran round out a strong supporting cast that keeps the energy high throughout.
When was Rishi released?
Rishi hit theaters in India on February 16, 2001, with a U certificate. The film was produced under the P. A. Art Productions banner and quickly found an audience among fans of Tamil commercial action cinema.
Where can you stream Rishi online?
You can stream Rishi on Sun Nxt, the popular South Indian OTT platform. It's available as part of a flat-rate subscription, making it easy to catch this classic Tamil action entertainer whenever you're in the mood.
Who composed the music for Rishi?
The music for Rishi was composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja, one of Tamil cinema's most celebrated composers. His score and songs added a vibrant, youthful energy to the film, which was among his early works in a career that would go on to define an era.
What are some movies similar to Rishi?
If you enjoyed Rishi, you might also like Enthiran, Vikramarkudu, Krishnarjuna Yudham, and Rajathi Raja — all films that feature dual roles, high-octane action, or a fun mix of comedy and thrills. Attagasam and The Greatest of All Time are also worth checking out.
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