The story revolves around (Yogi), a young photographer, and his girlfriend Sona (Jayashree Rao). Their lives take a dark turn after they accidentally run down a young woman named Nandhini (Anuja Iyer) on a deserted stretch of East Coast Road near Chennai. Panicked, they flee the scene, leaving the body behind.
is a 2007 Indian Tamil-language supernatural horror film that remains a notable entry in the genre for its chilling atmosphere and technical execution. Directed by K. R. Senthil Nathan , the movie is an official remake of the acclaimed 2004 Thai thriller Shutter . Known for its eerie visuals and a haunting background score, it has earned a reputation as one of the few Tamil horror films that genuinely prioritizes scares over commercial tropes. Plot Summary
: The soundtrack and background score were highly acclaimed for enhancing the film's terrifying atmosphere. Critical Reception and Legacy sivi tamil movie tamilyogi top
: Worked as an assistant director and made an uncredited cameo as Krishna's friend.
as Sona: Krishna's girlfriend caught in the supernatural web. The story revolves around (Yogi), a young photographer,
as Krishna: Delivered a convincing performance in his second lead role.
Soon after, Krishna begins to notice mysterious, ghostly shadows appearing in the photographs he takes. He also suffers from persistent, unexplained neck and shoulder pain. As the hauntings intensify, the couple uncovers a dark secret from Krishna's past involving Nandhini, leading to a shocking revelation about her tragic death and why she is targeting them. Cast and Crew is a 2007 Indian Tamil-language supernatural horror film
Upon its release on September 21, 2007, Sivi received positive reviews for its "tight" editing and "eerie" look. Critics from The Hindu and Behindwoods noted that the film was not for the faint-hearted, citing sequences like the library scene and the climax as particularly bone-chilling.