Aadukalam (Eng: Arena) is a 2011 Indian Tamil drama movie written and directed by Vetrimaran. The film stars Dhanush, Taapsee Pannu, V. I. S. Jayapalan and Kishore.
The film was released on 14 January 2011 to positive critical feedback. The film won six awards at the 58th National Film Awards, including Best Director, Best Screenplay and Best Actor.
The film was also felicitated with five awards in 59th Filmfare Awards South – Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Music Director and Best Cinematography.
Based on an online poll by The Times of India, Vetri Maaran was chosen as the best director for Aadukalam.
Directed by – Vetrimaran
Produced by – S. Kathiresan
Written by – Vetrimaran & Vikram Sugumaran
Screenplay by – Vetrimaran
Story by – Vetrimaran
Starring – Dhanush, Taapsee Pannu, V. I. S. Jayapalan
Music by – G. V. Prakash Kumar
Cinematography – Velraj
Edited by – Kishore Te.
Production – Group Companys & Five Star Films
Distributed by – Sun Pictures
Release dates – 14 January 2011
Running time – 156 minutes
Country – India
Language – Tamil
