A group of corrupt businessmen, led by Vishwanath (Raghuvaran), attempt to sabotage his efforts to claim the wealth for themselves. Production & Impact

It emerged as one of the highest-grossing Tamil films of 1997, further cementing Rajinikanth's "Superstar" status.

The film is loosely based on the 1902 novel .

Won three Tamil Nadu State Film Awards , including Best Film. Plot & Inspiration

is a blockbuster 1997 Indian Tamil-language masala film directed by Sundar C. . The film is celebrated for its unique high-stakes premise where a simple man must spend a massive fortune in a limited time to inherit an even larger legacy. Quick Facts Starring: Rajinikanth (Dual role), Soundarya , and Rambha . Writer: Crazy Mohan . Music: Deva . Release Date: April 10, 1997.