Aadukalam ( ) ( ) is a 2011 Indian Tamil language action thriller film written and directed by Vetrimaran . The film stars Dhanush and Taapsee Pannu in the lead roles while Kishore , V. I. S. Jayapalan , Naren , and Murugadoss play supporting roles . The film was released on 14 January 2011 to positive critical feedback . The film won six awards at the 58th National Film Awards , including Best Director , Best Screenplay and Best Actor . The film was also felicitated with five awards in 59th Filmfare Awards South – Best Film , Best Director , Best Actor , Best Music Director and Best Cinematography . Based on an online poll by '' The Times of India '' , Vetrimaran was chosen as the best director for '' Aadukalam '' . The Telugu dubbed version '' Pandem Kollu '' was released on 30 January 2015
59th Filmfare Awards South
59th Filmfare Awards South
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