Once Upon a Time in Madras
ஒன்ஸ் அபான் எ டைம் இன் மெட்ராஸ்
Synopsis
In Chennai, along the Koovam River, 9-year-old Dinesh's life ends tragically when he's shot by retired army officer Krishnaraja in a fit of rage. Confusion ensues as the police investigation fails to identify the shooter. Krishnaraja disposes of the gun in the river, but its discoveries by a few people sets off a chain of events with unforeseen consequences.
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Bharath Srinivasan
Raja
Pavithra Lakshmi
Anitha
Abhirami
Anjali Nair
Shaan A
Thalaivasal Vijay
Anitha's father
Rajaji Manickam
Kaniha
Kowsi (Special appearance)
Disha Govindharaj
Jegan Kaviraj
Pasupathi Raj
Madhi's father
Gayathri Krishnan
Porkodi Senthil
Sini Yudhan
M. Soundarya Saravanan
Vignesh Mohandas
Anjali P Nair
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Prasadh Murugan
- Screenplay & Story
- Prasadh Murugan, Shaan A
- Original Score
- Jose Franklin
- Original Title
- ஒன்ஸ் அபான் எ டைம் இன் மெட்ராஸ்
- Country of Origin
- India
- Spoken Languages
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Production Studios
- Friday Film Factory
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Prasadh Murugan
Prasadh Murugan, Shaan A
Jose Franklin
K.S. Khalidoss, Kanna R
San Lokesh
Captain MP Anand
Department Leadership Roster
Prasadh Murugan
Director
Prasadh Murugan
Writer
Captain MP Anand
Producer
K.S. Khalidoss
Director of Photography
Kanna R
Director of Photography
Jose Franklin
Original Music Composer
San Lokesh
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Restricted to Adults (18+).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Once Upon a Time in Madras
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What is Once Upon a Time in Madras about?
In Chennai, along the Koovam River, 9-year-old Dinesh's life ends tragically when he's shot by retired army officer Krishnaraja in a fit of rage. Confusion ensues as the police investigation fails to identify the shooter. Krishnaraja disposes of the gun in the river, but its discoveries by a few people sets off a chain of events with unforeseen consequences.
Who directed Once Upon a Time in Madras?
Once Upon a Time in Madras was directed by Prasadh Murugan.
Who stars in Once Upon a Time in Madras?
The principal cast of Once Upon a Time in Madras includes Bharath Srinivasan, Pavithra Lakshmi, Abhirami, Anjali Nair, Shaan A.
When was Once Upon a Time in Madras released and how long is it?
Once Upon a Time in Madras was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 2h 1m.
Who composed the musical score for Once Upon a Time in Madras?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Once Upon a Time in Madras was composed by Jose Franklin.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Once Upon a Time in Madras?
Once Upon a Time in Madras holds official age classifications: IN: A (Restricted to Adults (18+).).