Karnan (2021): Dhanush's Film, Release Date, Cast and Story

Karnan is a Tamil film starring Dhanush, written and directed by Mari Selvaraj, who had earlier made the 2018 hit Pariyerum Perumal. Dhanush announced in February 2021 that it would release worldwide in theatres on 9 April 2021.

Quick facts

Cast

• Dhanush in the lead role
• Rajisha Vijayan, in her Tamil debut
• Lal, Yogi Babu, Lakshmi Priyaa Chandramouli, Gouri G. Kishan and Natty Subramaniam

Story

The film follows a young man from a marginalised village community who stands up for his people's rights. One source describes it as loosely inspired by the 1995 Kodiyankulam caste violence in Tamil Nadu, but the filmmakers have framed it as fiction, and that link comes from a single outlet.

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Streaming

Director Mari Selvaraj said after the theatrical run that the film would stream on Amazon Prime Video.

Note on details

Listings give different runtimes and certifications, so check the platform's own page for these.

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Frequently asked questions

Who directed Karnan?

Mari Selvaraj, who also wrote it and had earlier made Pariyerum Perumal (2018).

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When was Karnan released?

In theatres worldwide on 9 April 2021.

Where can I stream Karnan?

The director said it would stream on Amazon Prime Video. Check the platform for current availability.

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