Salliyargal

Salliyargal (2026)

சல்லியர்கள்

Set against the backdrop of the Tamil Eelam battlefield, the story follows a group of courageous doctors who work tirelessly in an underground bunker to save lives amidst the chaos of war. Balancing their duty to humanity over allegiance, they treat both allies and enemies alike, showcasing resilience, compassion, and ethical strength even in the face of grave danger and moral dilemmas. The narrative highlights the enduring spirit of humanitarianism in the most harrowing of circumstances, inspired by historical and cultural values.

Date of release
2026-01-01
Runtime
1h 46m
Genres
War, Drama
Director
T. Kittu

Casting

Interesting facts

Salliyargal is a 2026 Indian Tamil-language war film directed by T. Kittu of Methagu (2021) fame and starring Sathyadevi, Karunas, and Thirumurugan. The film was released on 1 January 2026, after three years of struggle in securing screens in theatres. The story is based on Tamil battlefield doctors during the Sri Lankan civil war.

Production

Production had started by January 2022, and the film had its audio launch held that November, while a press meet was held in December 2023.

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