Keerthi Chakra (2006)
03 Aug 2006 ● Malayalam ● 2 hrs 10 mins
This patriotic combat thriller is based on true events related to insurgency in the Indian controlled region of Kashmir. It is a fast-paced war drama that daringly depicts the heroics of Major Mahadevan (Mohanlal), an officer deputed to the National Security Guards (NSG). He has been assigned to counter-terrorism operation in Kashmir and commands an elite group of NSG commandos.
After receiving information of heavy escalation in militant activities, Mahadevan is forced to ask his trusted junior, Havildar Jaikumar (Jiiva) from his honeymoon.
As the dedicated duo embark upon a fearless mission to eliminate the terrorist network at its very core, they face myriad challenges and are forced to make terrific sacrifices for the welfare of their beloved nation. Will Mahadevan and Jaikumar succeed in restoring peace in the troubled territory? Will they live to take the credit for their heroics?
Cast: Gopika, Jiiva, Lakshmi Gopalaswamy, Mohanlal
Crew: Major Ravi (Director), S Tirru (Director of Photography), Joshua Sridhar (Music Director)
Genres: Action, Drama, Thriller, War
Release Dates: 03 Aug 2006 (India)
Malayalam Name: കീര്തി ചക്ര
Did you know? This movie was dubbed in Tamil under the title 'Aran', with some additional scenes for Prakash Raj. Read More
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as Jaikumar's wife
as Havildar Jaikumar
as Mahadevan's wife
as Major Mahadevan
as Gopinath
as Nairettan
as Tea boy Appukuttan
as Chinna Thambi
as Dutta
as Military Officer
as Kashmiri girl
as Hari
as Human Rights Activist
as Krishnakumar
Direction
Director
Distribution
Distributor
Camera and Electrical
Director of Photography
Music
Music Director
Music Label
Playback Singer
Stunts
Stunt Director
Film Type:
Feature
Language:
Malayalam
Colour Info:
Color
Frame Rate:
24 fps
Aspect Ratio:
2.35:1, 2.39:1 (Scope)
Stereoscopy:
No
Trivia:
Mammootty was the actual choice to play the lead but has declined due to prior commitments.
Shooting for this movie predominantly took place across exotic locations in Srinagar and Pollachi.
The title of this movie is derived from the extremely prestigious Indian gallantry award, 'Kirti Chakra', that is bestowed upon those who display extraordinary bravery and courage in the battlefield, often sacrificing their own lives in the process.
This movie was dubbed in Tamil under the title 'Aran', with some additional scenes for Prakash Raj.
This is the first movie in the Major Mahadevan series, that was followed by Kurukshetra and Kandahar.
This movie marks the directorial debut of A.K. Ravindran, an army officer who had resigned from duty with the dream of making a movie about his real experiences.
Shooting for this movie predominantly took place across exotic locations in Srinagar and Pollachi.
The title of this movie is derived from the extremely prestigious Indian gallantry award, 'Kirti Chakra', that is bestowed upon those who display extraordinary bravery and courage in the battlefield, often sacrificing their own lives in the process.
This movie was dubbed in Tamil under the title 'Aran', with some additional scenes for Prakash Raj.
This is the first movie in the Major Mahadevan series, that was followed by Kurukshetra and Kandahar.
This movie marks the directorial debut of A.K. Ravindran, an army officer who had resigned from duty with the dream of making a movie about his real experiences.
