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Overview
In a world ruled by crime and betrayal, mafia kingpin Sakthivel and his brother Manikkam rescue a young boy, Amaran, during a violent police shootout and raise him as their own. Years later, when an assassination attempt shakes Sakthivel's empire, suspicion turns inward. Consumed by vengeance, Sakthivel sets out to destroy the very family he once built.
A closer look
Thug Life (2025) is a Tamil-language Indian movie. Genres: Action, Crime, Drama. Directed by Mani Ratnam. The cast includes Kamal Haasan, Silambarasan, Ashok Selvan, Abhirami. Runtime: 165 minutes.
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Thug Life FAQs
Answers from the movie information available in our catalogue.
What is the original language of Thug Life?
Thug Life is listed as a Tamil-language movie in our catalogue. Dubbed versions are not tracked here.
What release date is listed for Thug Life?
Our source metadata lists 4 June 2025. Release dates can vary by country and may change; this does not confirm current cinema screenings.
Who directed Thug Life?
The listed director is Mani Ratnam.
Who is in the cast of Thug Life?
The available cast credits include Kamal Haasan, Silambarasan, Ashok Selvan, Abhirami, Nassar. See Cast & crew above for the available character names and profile links.
How long is Thug Life?
The recorded runtime is 165 minutes. Different cuts or releases may have a different duration.
What type of movie is Thug Life?
The source lists these genres: Action, Crime, Drama.
What is the original title of Thug Life?
The original title in our source data is தக் லைஃப். The English-letter display name may be a romanization.
What is Thug Life about?
In a world ruled by crime and betrayal, mafia kingpin Sakthivel and his brother Manikkam rescue a young boy, Amaran, during a violent police shootout and raise him as their own. Years later, when an assassination attempt shakes Sakthivel's empire, suspicion turns inward. Consumed by vengeance, Sakthivel sets out to destroy the very family he once built.
