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Ghilli

Directed by Dharani · 2004 ·

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Is Ghilli worth watching?

Yes. Ghilli (2004) earns a 73% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (92%) responded more warmly than critics (78%). See the 4 inputs.

73%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

78% Editorial Rating
92% Audience snapshot · excluded
62 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.6
8 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 48m
Age rating
UA (India)
Cast
Vijay (Thalapathy) , Trisha , Vijay , Trisha Krishnan , Prakash Raj , Ashish Vidhyarthi , Janaki Sabesh , Nancy Jennifer , Dhamu , Tanikella Bharani
Streaming
Sun NXT
Country
India
Language
Tamil

Also known as கில்லி

Where to watch

  • Sun NXT

Where to watch Ghilli by country

Country Streaming on
India Sun NXT
Indonesia Sun NXT
Japan Sun NXT
Malaysia Sun NXT
Nigeria Sun NXT
Pakistan Sun NXT
Philippines Sun NXT
South Africa Sun NXT
South Korea Sun NXT
Thailand Sun NXT
Turkey Sun NXT
United Arab Emirates Sun NXT
United Kingdom Sun NXT
United States Sun NXT

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (78/100).
  • Audiences widely enjoyed it (92%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (62/100).
  • IMDb users score it 8/10.
  • Celluloid Score 73% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience
  • Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics

Not ideal for

  • Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films

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Is Ghilli worth watching?

Yes — Ghilli earns a 73% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it. Read our full review (3.5/5).

Celluloid verdict

The kabaddi romance that made Vijay a generation’s hero — still the gold standard of Tamil mass entertainers.

, Founder & Editor

Audiences (92%) responded more warmly than critics (78%).

What is Ghilli about?

Muthu Pandi, a village strongman, decides to marry Dhanalakshmi, and begins his quest by eliminating everyone who opposes their union - starting with both her brothers. In desperation, Dhanalakshmi decides to escape from the village, and in the process is unwittingly assisted by a university Kabaddi player Velu.

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Critic Reviews

Short review 4 min read English Ghilli

Ghilli (2004) Review: Vijay's Kabaddi Blockbuster

Ghilli is Dharani's Tamil action-romance in which Vijay's kabaddi player shields a young woman from a village strongman, and it remains a mass-cinema template.

Yes, with reservations. It is a hugely entertaining Tamil mass entertainer and a key Vijay film, best for viewers who can forgive its length and broad comedy.

Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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Ghilli: frequently asked questions

Is Ghilli worth watching?

Yes. Ghilli (2004) has a Celluloid Score of 73%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

Where can I watch Ghilli?

In the United States, Ghilli streams on Sun NXT with a subscription. Elsewhere: Sun NXT in India; Sun NXT in Indonesia; Sun NXT in Japan; Sun NXT in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

How long is Ghilli?

Ghilli runs 2 hours 48 minutes (168 minutes).

What is Ghilli rated?

Ghilli is rated UA in India. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

Who stars in Ghilli?

Ghilli is directed by Dharani and stars Vijay (Thalapathy), Trisha, Vijay, Trisha Krishnan, Prakash Raj.

What is the Metascore for Ghilli?

Metacritic's Metascore for Ghilli is 62 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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