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Black is a 2022 Indian Tamil-language action thriller film written and directed by K. G. F. Babu and produced by S. R. Prabhu under Dream Warrior Pictures. The film stars Jiiva, Priya Bhavani Shankar, and Vivek in lead roles, with music composed by Sam C. S. The film was released theatrically on 7 October 2022 and received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its performances and technical aspects, but criticism for its predictable plot.
The film follows Arjun (Jiiva), a former police officer who is now a private investigator. He is hired by a wealthy businessman to find his missing daughter, but the case takes a dark turn when Arjun discovers a conspiracy involving a powerful criminal organization. As he delves deeper, he must confront his own past and a personal tragedy that haunts him.
The principal cast includes Jiiva as Arjun, Priya Bhavani Shankar as Meera, Vivek as a supporting character, and others. The film also features actors like R. Parthiban, and newcomer Sshivada in pivotal roles.
The film was announced in early 2022, with principal photography taking place in Chennai and surrounding areas. The production was completed within a few months, and the film's title 'Black' was revealed in a promotional poster. The film's music and background score were composed by Sam C. S., and the cinematography was handled by A. Venkatesh.
Black was released on 7 October 2022, clashing with other releases. The film received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the performances and the technical aspects, while others found the plot predictable. The film performed moderately at the box office.
Despite being a mainstream action film, Black has several lesser-known aspects. The film's title 'Black' was chosen to reflect the dark themes of the story. The film marks the second collaboration between Jiiva and director K. G. F. Babu, who previously worked together on the film 'Kadhalil Sodhappuvadhu Yeppadi'. Additionally, the film features a cameo appearance by actor and politician Udhayanidhi Stalin, who appears in a special song sequence. The film's soundtrack, composed by Sam C. S., includes a song that was sung by the popular playback singer Sid Sriram, which was recorded in a single take.
This article is about the 2022 Tamil film. For other uses, see Black (disambiguation).
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