Soodhu Kavvum

Dass specialises in small time kidnapping and has his own set of rules. The primary and most important among them is not to get involved with influential people. Three jobless youngsters meet Dass and the four take up an assignment for a hefty sum that throws away this primary rule and end up being chased by a dreaded policeman.

Directed by Nalan Kumarasamy, Soodhu Kavvum leans on a strong ensemble — Vijay Sethupathi, Bobby Simha, Ashok Selvan — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 2013.