Poikkal Kuthirai (Eng: Horse with Fake Legs) is an 2022 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film written and directed by Santhosh P. Jayakumar. It stars Prabhu Deva in the titular role with Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Raiza Wilson, Prakash Raj, Baby Aazhiya, and John Kokken in other roles with Shaam in a cameo appearance. The film has its music composed by D. Imman, while the cinematography and editing of the film is handled by Balu and Preethi Mohan respectively. The title of the film was announced on 4 August 2021.
The film was released theatrically on 5 August 2022, and opened to positive reviews from critics and audiences.
Directed by Santhosh P. Jayakumar
Written by Santhosh P. Jayakumar
Produced by S. Vinod Kumar
Starring Prabhu Deva, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Raiza Wilson, Baby Aazhiya, Prakash Raj, John Kokken
Cinematography Balu
Edited by Preethi Mohan
Music by D. Imman
Production Darkroom Pictures & Mini Studios
Release date 5 August 2022
Running time 122 minutes
Country India
Language Tamil
