The wise, patriotic younger brother raised outside the palace who seeks to save the kingdom from the British.
The movie centers on the hilarious consequences of their upbringing and the eventual swap in roles. Key Highlights Vadivelu’s Performance:
The foolish, narcissistic elder brother who becomes king and a puppet to his evil uncle, Sangilimaayan (Nassar). Ukkiraputhiran (Vadivelu): Imsai Arasan 23am Pulikesi Moviesda
A major box office success, the film won two Tamil Nadu State Film Awards and one Filmfare Award. Where to Watch (Contextualized)
The film is known for its witty dialogue and satire on modern-day politics, sports, and governance, making it highly relatable and frequently cited in meme culture. The wise, patriotic younger brother raised outside the
Despite being a comedy, it featured elaborate sets, with filming taking place at Prasad Studios and AVM Studios.
Imsai Arasan 23am Pulikesi (2006) is a landmark Tamil historical-comedy film that marks the debut of comedian Vadivelu as a solo lead. Directed by Chimbu Deven, this film is widely celebrated as one of the funniest satirical comedies in Tamil cinema history. Movie Overview Historical Comedy / Satire Release Date: 8 July 2006 Chimbu Deven Ukkiraputhiran (Vadivelu): A major box office success, the
Set in the late 18th century during the early British Raj, the story focuses on twin brothers separated at birth. Pulikesi XXIII (Vadivelu):