Kushi (2001)

About Kushi

Kushi is a 2001 Indian romance film directed by S.J. Surya and produced under the banner A. M. Rathnam. The story revolves around two characters, Shiva and Jennifer, as they navigate through their college life. Fate brings them together despite their different backgrounds, leading to them falling in love. The film was a commercial success, largely due to the strong chemistry between the lead actors and the lively music score.

Making / Production

The film was directed by S.J. Surya and produced by A. M. Rathnam. It was shot in various locations across India. The story and writing for the movie were done by Surya himself, ensuring a unique stylistic touch in every aspect.

Actors / Performances

• Jyothika as Jennifer: Jyothika’s portrayal of Jennifer, a lively and free-spirited woman, was appreciated by audiences and critics alike.
• Vijay as Shiva: Vijay played the role of Shiva, a fun-loving and kind-hearted person with great conviction.
• Among the supporting cast, Mumtaj and Vivek played pivotal roles in bringing humor to the film.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Kushi was remade in various languages due to its immense popularity. The remakes were also commercially successful.
• The film marked the second collaboration between Vijay and Jyothika following the success of their prior film ‘Poove Unakkaga’.
• Kushi was notable for its trendy and stylish fashion choices which reflects early 2000s pop culture.

Awards

Vijay won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actor for his performance in Kushi.

Quotes

• "Love is not something you find. Love is something that finds you” –Shiva
• "I would rather share one lifetime with you than face all ages of this world alone” –Jennifer

Music / Soundtrack

The music for Kushi was composed by Anu Malik. It featured a variety of songs from romantic numbers to peppy dance tunes. Some of the popular soundtracks include:

• "Oh Vennila"
• "Megam Karukuthu"
• "Kattipudi Kattipudi"