Poi (Eng: The Lie) is a 2006 Tamil-language film, directed by K. Balachander in his 101st and final film.
Valluvanar (Avinash) is an upright political leader in Tamil Nadu who is much respected for his honesty and uprightness, and he refuses to compromise on this trait, even when his only son Kamban (Uday Kiran) finds himself in jail for no fault of his.
The opposition party takes advantage of the situation and bails out Kamban, who joins the party, much to his father’s embarrassment.
Directed by – K. Balachander
Produced by – Prakash Raj
Written by – K. Balachander, Thamira
Starring – Uday Kiran, Vimala Raman, Geethu Mohandas, Prakash Raj, Adithya Menon, K. Balachander
Music by – Vidyasagar
Cinematography – Biju Viswanath
Production – Duet Movies
Release date – 22 December 2006
Country – India
Language – Tamil
