Kochadaiiyaan (The king with a long, curly mane) is a 2014 Indian Tamil historical fiction-action film written by K. S. Ravikumar and directed by debutante Soundarya R. Ashwin. The film features characters whose designs were based on the appearance and likeness of their respective actors. Soundarya's father Rajinikanth enacted and voiced the three lead roles. Deepika Padukone performed the female lead, whilst Aadhi and Jackie Shroff performed supporting characters. In addition to performing, R. Sarathkumar, Nassar, Shobana, and Rukmini Vijayakumar had also voiced their respective characters. The narrative follows the quest of an 8th century warrior who seeks revenge after witnessing the unlawful punishment administered to his father, a good-hearted warrior in his kingdom, by the jealous ruler.
Cast:
Rajinikanth as Kochadaiiyaan, Ranadheeran and Sena
Deepika Padukone as Princess Vadhana
R. Sarathkumar as Sengodagan (Special appearance)
Shobana as Yaahavi
Aadhi as Veera Mahendra
Jackie Shroff as Raja Mahendra
Nassar as Rishikodagan
Rukmini Vijayakumar as Yamuna Devi