Last updated: 24 Apr 2026


Tamil · Action, Drama
2h 36m · 21 Nov 2014
Music: S. Thaman | DOP: Borraa Balabharani | Writer: Jai Krishna
Ratings
Our Rating
2
Vanmam is a Tamil action drama that revolves around the intense rivalry between two families in a rural backdrop. The story focuses on the protagonist, played by Vijay Sethupathi, who returns to his village and gets embroiled in the ongoing feud. The narrative explores themes of honor, revenge, and reconciliation as the characters navigate their personal and familial conflicts.
Vanmam attempts to deliver a raw and rustic tale set in a rural milieu, with a storyline centered on family feuds and vendettas. The screenplay, however, struggles with pacing issues, especially in the first half, which feels sluggish and overly stretched with melodramatic sequences. The second half picks up some momentum with heightened conflict and action scenes but fails to maintain consistent engagement throughout.
The film's music by S. Thaman includes a few songs that blend well with the film's tone, but none stand out as particularly memorable. The background score supports the emotional and tense moments adequately but does not elevate the narrative significantly. Cinematography by Borraa Balabharani captures the rustic setting effectively, adding authenticity to the village atmosphere.
Overall, Vanmam's storytelling and screenplay lack the tightness and freshness needed to make a lasting impact. While the film has moments of intensity and strong performances, the uneven pacing and conventional plot elements limit its appeal.
Vijay Sethupathi: Strong and intense portrayal of a man caught in a family feud, bringing authenticity and emotional depth.
Krishna Kulasekaran: Convincing as the antagonist, providing a credible foil to the protagonist.
Sunaina: Adequate in her role, though with limited scope to showcase range.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Jaykrishna's direction shows promise in capturing the rural milieu and intense emotions but falters in delivering a cohesive and engaging screenplay. The writing leans heavily on clichés and lacks innovation, which affects the overall impact of the film.
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 30% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics generally pointed out the film's weak screenplay and pacing issues, while appreciating Vijay Sethupathi's performance. The music and songs received mixed reviews, with the background score being noted as serviceable but not exceptional.
Final Box-Office Result
Vanmam released on 21 November 2014 (2014).
Vanmam is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Vanmam is available on Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. OTT date will be updated soon.
Vanmam directed by Jaykrishna. Produced by V. Hitesh Jhabak, Nemichand Jhabak.
Vanmam stars Vijay Sethupathi, Krishna Kulasekaran, Sunaina, Sriranjini, Madhusudhan Rao.
Tollybo rates Vanmam 2/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Vanmam composed by S. Thaman.
Vanmam — Genre: Action, Drama, Runtime: 156 minutes, Language: Tamil.