Kadal (Eng: Sea) is a 2013 Indian Tamil-language drama film co-written, co-produced and directed by Mani Ratnam. The film stars an ensemble cast featuring Arjun Sarja, Aravind Swamy, Gautham Ram Karthik, Lakshmi Manchu and Thulasi Nair.
The film marks the debut of Gautham Karthik and Thulasi Nair. The music was composed by A. R. Rahman. The film revolves around the life of fishermen who instill the fact that faith can sometimes lead to the triumph of humanity.
Directed by – Mani Ratnam
Written by – Mani Ratnam, Jeyamohan
Produced by – A. Manohar Prasad, A. Anand Prasad, N. Subash Chandrabose, N. Lingusamy, Mani Ratnam
Starring – Arjun Sarja, Arvind Swamy, Gautham Ram Karthik, Thulasi Nair, Lakshmi Manchu
Cinematography – Rajiv Menon
Edited by – A. Sreekar Prasad
Music by – A. R. Rahman
Production – Madras Talkies & Gemini Film Circuit
Distributed by – Gemini Film Circuit & Thirupathi Brothers
Release date – 1 February 2013
Running time – 164 minutes
Country – India
Language – Tamil
