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{{Short description|2025 Tamil film by Peppin George Jayaseelan}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=February 2025}}
{{Infobox film
| image = Yamakaathaghi.jpg
| caption = Theatrical release poster
| director = Peppin George Jayaseelan
| writer = Peppin George Jayaseelan<br />S. Rajendran (Dialogues)
| producer = {{ubl
|Srinivasarao Jalakam
|Ganapathi Reddy
}}
| starring = {{Plainlist|
*[[Roopa Koduvayur]]
*Narendra Prasath
}}
| cinematography = [[Sujith Sarang]]
| editing = Sreejith Sarang
| music = [[Jecin George]]
| studio = {{ubl
|Naisat Media Works
|Arunasree Entertainments
}}
| released = {{Film date|df=yes|2025|3|7}}
| runtime = 113 minutes
| country = India
| language = Tamil
}}

'''''Yamakaathaghi''''' is a 2025 Indian [[Tamil language|Tamil]]-language [[supernatural thriller]] film written and directed by Peppin George Jayaseelan. The film stars [[Roopa Koduvayur]] and Narendra Prasath in the lead roles.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Kumar |first=Akshay |date=2025-02-20 |title=Yamakaathaghi trailer to be out on this date |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2025/Feb/20/yamakaathaghi-trailer-to-be-out-on-this-date |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Cinema Express |language=en}}</ref>

''Yamakaathaghi'' was released in theatres on 7 March 2025.

== Plot ==
In a village near Thanjavur, the villagers prepare for Kaappu Kattu, a traditional protective ritual for the local temple. The ceremony is overseen by the village leader, Selvaraj (Raju Rajappan), who is known for his strict adherence to customs. His daughter, Leela ([[Roopa Koduvayur]]), has suffered from asthma since childhood and frequently clashes with her father over his rigid beliefs.

One evening, a heated argument between Leela and Selvaraj escalates, leading to a moment of violence—Selvaraj, in a fit of rage, slaps her. Deeply humiliated and devastated, Leela retreats to her room. Hours later, she is found dead, having hanged herself. The shocking tragedy leaves the family and villagers in mourning.

However, when preparations for her funeral begin, an eerie phenomenon occurs—Leela's body refuses to move. Despite multiple attempts by her family and the villagers, her corpse remains immobile on the cot. As panic spreads, whispers of supernatural forces and unanswered questions take hold. Is Leela's spirit resisting, demanding justice? Or is there a darker truth behind her death?

As the village is consumed by fear and speculation, ''Yamakaathagi'' unfolds as a supernatural thriller, blending psychological tension, eerie suspense, and emotional depth. The film delves into the secrets surrounding Leela's demise, unearthing buried truths that refuse to stay hidden.

== Cast ==
* [[Roopa Koduvayur]] as Leela
* Narendra Prasath as Anbu
* [[Geetha Kailasam]] as Leela's mother
* Raju Rajappan as Selvaraj
* Subash Ramasamy
* Haritha
* Pradeep Durairaj
* Jaisinth
* Akash Velayutham

== Production ==
In early-October 2022, the first look poster, revealing the title as ''Yamakaathaghi'' was announced.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Features |first=C. E. |date=2022-10-07 |title=The first look image for Yamakaathaghi releases online |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2022/Oct/07/the-first-look-image-for-yamakaathaghi-releases-online-35391.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221207155148/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2022/oct/07/the-first-look-image-for-yamakaathaghi-releases-online-35391.html |archive-date=7 December 2022 |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Cinema Express |language=en}}</ref> The film is written and directed by debutant Peppin George Jayaseelan starring [[Roopa Koduvayur]] in her [[Tamil cinema|Tamil]] debut.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Features |first=C. E. |date=2022-10-05 |title=Roopa Koduvayur's Tamil debut titled Yamakaathagi |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2022/Oct/05/roopa-koduvayurs-tamil-debut-titled-yamakaathagi-35330.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221207155008/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2022/oct/05/roopa-koduvayurs-tamil-debut-titled-yamakaathagi-35330.html |archive-date=7 December 2022 |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Cinema Express |language=en}}</ref> The film also stars YouTuber Narendra Prasath,<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-02-19 |title=நகர மறுக்கும் சடலம் {{!}} தஞ்சையிலிருந்து ஒரு நாட்டார் கதை! |url=https://www.hindutamil.in/news/supplements/hindu-talkies/1351419-all-about-yamakaathaghi-movie-preview.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250219104906/https://www.hindutamil.in/news/supplements/hindu-talkies/1351419-all-about-yamakaathaghi-movie-preview.html |archive-date=19 February 2025 |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Hindu Tamil Thisai |language=ta}}</ref> [[Geetha Kailasam]], Raju Rajappan, Subash Ramasamy, Haritha and others in important roles.<ref>{{Cite web |last=மலர் |first=மாலை |date=2025-02-22 |title=எமகாதகி படத்தின் டிரெய்லர் வெளியானது {{!}} The trailer of the movie Yamakaathaghi has been released. |url=https://www.maalaimalar.com/cinema/cinemanews/the-trailer-of-the-movie-yamakaathaghi-has-been-released-761744 |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=www.maalaimalar.com |language=ta}}</ref> The film is produced by Srinivasarao Jalakam and co-produced along with Ganapathi Reddy under Naisat Media Works in association with Aruna Sree Entertainments banner respectively.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Yamakaathaghi release date: Tamil supernatural mystery thriller film to hit theatres soon |url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/yamakaathaghi-release-date-tamil-supernatural-mystery-thriller-film-to-hit-theatres-soon/1400b67461856 |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=OTTPlay |language=en}}</ref> The technical team consists of [[Sujith Sarang]] as the cinematographer, Sreejith Sarang as the editor and [[Jecin George]] as the music composer.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=M |first=Narayani |date=2025-02-22 |title=Yamakaathaghi Trailer: Horrors are unleashed when a door is broken open in this supernatural thriller |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2025/Feb/22/yamakaathaghi-trailer-horrors-are-unleashed-when-a-door-is-broken-open-in-this-supernatural-thriller |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Cinema Express |language=en}}</ref>

[[Principal photography]] took place in the villages surrounding [[Thanjavur]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=தினத்தந்தி |date=2025-02-15 |title="எமகாதகி" திரைப்படத்தின் அப்டேட் |url=https://www.dailythanthi.com/cinema/cinemanews/yamakaathaghi-a-big-announcement-tomorrow-at-11-am-1143942 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250217173820/https://www.dailythanthi.com/cinema/cinemanews/yamakaathaghi-a-big-announcement-tomorrow-at-11-am-1143942 |archive-date=17 February 2025 |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=www.dailythanthi.com |language=ta}}</ref>

== Music ==
{{Infobox album
| name = Yamakaathaghi
| type = soundtrack
| artist = [[Jecin George]]
| genre = [[Feature film soundtrack]]
| language = Tamil
| label = [[Saregama]]
| producer = Jecin George
| misc = {{Singles
|name = Yamakaathaghi
|type = soundtrack
|single1 = Uyir Koottula
|single1date = 1 February 2025
|single2 = Silu Silu Sirippai
|single2date = 1 March 2025
}}
}}
The music is composed by [[Jecin George]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-12-29 |title=Aishwarya Rajesh unveils Yamakaathaghi's first look |url=https://www.dtnext.in/entertainment/cinema/aishwarya-rajesh-unveils-yamakaathaghis-first-look-817262 |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=www.dtnext.in |language=en}}</ref> The first single "Uyir Koottula" released on 1 February 2025.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Kumar |first=Akshay |date=2025-02-01 |title='Uyir Koottula' from Peppin George Jayaseelan's Yamakaathaghi out |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2025/Feb/01/uyir-koottula-from-peppin-george-jayaseelans-yamakaathaghi-out |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Cinema Express |language=en}}</ref> The second single "Silu Silu Sirippai" released on 1 March 2025.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Features |first=C. E. |date=2025-03-01 |title='Silu Silu Sirippai' song from Yamakaathaghi out |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2025/Mar/01/silu-silu-sirippai-song-from-yamakaathaghi-out |access-date=2025-03-01 |website=Cinema Express |language=en}}</ref>

{{Track listing
| headline = Track listing
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| title1 = Uyir Koottula
| lyrics1 = Gnanakaravel
| extra1 = Gowtham Bharadwaj
| title2 = Silu Silu Sirippai
| length2 = 2:52
| lyrics2 = S. Rajendran
| extra2 = Thanjai Selvi
}}

== Release ==
===Theatrical===
''Yamakaathaghi'' released in theatres on 7 March 2025.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-02-16 |title=Yamakaathaghi, supernatural thriller to hit screens on March 7 |url=https://www.dtnext.in/entertainment/cinema/yamakaathaghi-supernatural-thriller-to-hit-screens-on-march-7-823144 |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=www.dtnext.in |language=en}}</ref>

===Home media===
It is now streaming on the OTT platform [[Aha (streaming service)|Aha]] Tamil.

== Reception ==

=== Critical response ===
Anusha Sundar of ''[[OTTPlay]]'' gave 3/5 stars and wrote "With decent production values, performances and direction, Yamakaathaghi is a no-frills supernatural drama that brings a fresh storytelling to the table. Even as the film might have certain shortcomings, Yamakaathaghi is definitely a film to watch out for, only for its refreshing narration and execution."<ref>{{Cite web |title=Yamakaathaghi Review: Slow-burn mystery drama that excels in making |url=https://www.ottplay.com/review/yamakaathaghi-movie-review-a-slow-burn-mystery-drama-that-makes-superstition-meet-social-commentary/678bde8bf069 |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=[[OTTPlay]] |language=en}}</ref> A critic of ''[[Dinamalar]]'' gave 2.5/5 stars.<ref>{{Cite web |title=எமகாதகி - விமர்சனம் {2.5/5} : எமகாதகி - சீதகாதி - Yamakaathaghi |url=https://cinema.dinamalar.com/movie-review/3552/Yamakaathaghi/ |access-date=2025-03-07 |website=[[Dinamalar]] |language=en}}</ref>

Abhinav Subramanian of ''[[The Times of India]]'' gave 2/5 stars and wrote "Yamakaathaghi respects the audience's time, concluding before weariness turns into resentment. The rural setting, the parochial characters, themes of caste and honor. Deities and local traditions. A spirit that refuses to leave. It feels like you've seen this stuff too many times."<ref>{{Cite news |title=Yamakaathaghi Movie Review : More weeping than wonder |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movie-reviews/yamakaathaghi/movie-review/118755388.cms |access-date=2025-03-07 |work=[[The Times of India]] |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> Akshay Kumar of ''[[Cinema Express Award for Best Director – Tamil|Cinema Express]]'' wrote "''Yamakaathaghi'' is a breath of fresh air, both with regard to the novelty given to a horror story and the solutions, however cinematic, to social issues like caste discrimination."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Kumar |first=Akshay |date=2025-03-07 |title=Yamakaathaghi Movie Review: A fine blend of social evils and horror make it a compelling watch |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/review/2025/Mar/07/yamakaathaghi-movie-review-a-fine-blend-of-social-evils-and-horror-make-it-a-compelling-watch |access-date=2025-03-09 |website=[[Cinema Express]] |language=en}}</ref>

== References ==
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== External links ==
* {{IMDb title|id=35465537}}

[[Category:2025 Indian films]]
[[Category:2025 Tamil-language films]]
[[Category:2025 films]]
[[Category:2025 directorial debut films]]
[[Category:Films set in Tamil Nadu]]
[[Category:Films shot in Tamil Nadu]]
[[Category:Indian supernatural thriller films]]
[[Category:Tamil-language Indian films]]

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