Vidaamuyarchi: Is Ajith Kumar, Trisha's film a remake of 1997 Hollywood hit?

Vidaamuyarchi, starring Ajith Kumar and directed by Magizh Thirumeni, is set for a Pongal release. Trisha Krishnan plays the female lead, with Arav, Arjun, and Regina Cassandra as antagonists. Anirudh Ravichander composes the music, and Lyca Productions backs the film. Om Prakash handles the editing.

Vidaamuyarchi was filmed entirely in Azerbaijan. After a long wait, the film crew surprised fans by releasing the teaser. The teaser impressed viewers with its Hollywood-level visuals.

Anirudh's background score has also been praised. The film is slated for a Pongal 2025 release, exciting Ajith's fans. Read more: List of Movies Releasing with Vidaamuyarchi for Pongal 2025.

The Vidaamuyarchi teaser confirms it's a remake of the 1997 Hollywood film Breakdown. The hero and his wife travel to Azerbaijan, where their car breaks down in a deserted area. He puts his wife on a passing truck, telling her to wait at a cafe, but she disappears.

The hero searches for his missing wife. While the film is a remake of a 27-year-old movie, Magizh Thirumeni has reportedly adapted it for Tamil audiences. Read more: Thala Ajith Kumar's Vidaamuyarchi Teaser Out Now!