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Pattas (2020)
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15 Jan 2020141 minTamil
A Tamil action drama set in Chennai, Pattas builds around Adimurai, a traditional Tamil martial art, and a story of personal vengeance linked to a mixed martial arts contest. Dhanush plays a dual role, as the title character and a father figure from the past.
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Synopsis
A Tamil action drama set in Chennai, Pattas builds around Adimurai, a traditional Tamil martial art, and a story of personal vengeance linked to a mixed martial arts contest. Dhanush plays a dual role, as the title character and a father figure from the past.
Pattas 2020 and the martial art at its centre
Pattas 2020 is a Tamil-language action drama directed by R. S. Durai Senthilkumar, produced by Sathya Jyothi Films, and released in theatres on 15 January 2020, the Pongal holiday. Its hook is Adimurai, an old martial art practised in Tamil Nadu. Reports say that Dhanush and Sneha trained in it ahead of filming, which already tells you the makers wanted the fight scenes to look grounded in a real tradition rather than generic screen choreography.
This page is a background guide rather than a first-look piece, because the film has long been out, and we have not watched it ourselves.
The setup, without spoilers
The reported setup is that Pattas and his friend Puncture rob an MMA academy because of a feud with a neighbourhood girl named Sadhana. Meanwhile Kanya, a released convict, is hunting the academy's owner, Nilan, but ends up finding her son, Pattas, instead. From there the story reportedly moves into a flashback about his father learning Adimurai.
The trailer, according to one outlet, hints at a tragic past that the present-day hero will try to avenge. Whether the dual role ends up being two distinct characters or a more layered device is something we cannot judge here; we only note that the structure alternates between a modern comic-action tone and an older, more serious thread.
Cast, crew and music
Dhanush plays a dual role, Dhiraviya Perumal and Shakthi, with Shakthi being the one known as Pattas. Sneha is listed as Kanyakumari, Mehreen Pirzada as Sadhana, and Naveen Chandra as Nilapparai, called Nilan. Nassar plays Muthaiah Aasaan, with Munishkanth, Manobala and KPY Sathish in supporting parts, per Wikipedia.
The screenplay is credited to Durai Senthilkumar, Leela Puthran and S. R. Vasan, and the music to Vivek-Mervin. The film is reported as the second collaboration between Dhanush and Durai Senthilkumar after Kodi. Wikipedia lists a runtime of 141 minutes.
Reception context, where to watch, and who it suits
Wikipedia describes critical reaction as mixed while noting that the film did well commercially; box-office figures vary between sources, anywhere from about 37.5 to 44 crore rupees, so we do not quote a single number. We did not find a confirmed current streaming platform in the pages we read, so check a live listing.
If you want a masala entertainer with a real martial-art backbone and you like Dhanush in action mode, it is a reasonable pick for a family Pongal-style outing. If you prefer tightly plotted thrillers or realism, set expectations accordingly.
Who will enjoy Pattas?
- Dhanush fans who like his action-comedy mode
- Viewers curious about Adimurai on screen
- Families looking for a festival-style masala entertainer
Trailer
Cast
- Dhanush Dhiraviya Perumal and Shakthi (Pattas)
- Sneha Kanyakumari
- Mehreen Pirzada Sadhana
- Naveen Chandra Nilapparai (Nilan)
- Nassar Muthaiah Aasaan
- Munishkanth Kolusu
- Manobala
FAQ
Who directed Pattas (2020) and who produced it?
R. S. Durai Senthilkumar directed it, and Sathya Jyothi Films produced it, per Wikipedia.
What is Adimurai in the film?
It is a traditional Tamil martial art that forms the film's backbone; Dhanush and Sneha reportedly trained in it before filming.
When was Pattas released?
Pattas was released on 15 Jan 2020.
Who directed Pattas?
Pattas was directed by R. S. Durai Senthilkumar.
How long is Pattas?
Pattas runs for 141 minutes.
