Chennai Express facts for kids

Chennai Express is a fun 2013 Indian movie that mixes romance, action, and comedy. It was directed by Rohit Shetty and produced by Red Chillies Entertainment. The film stars Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone in the main roles. It tells the story of a man's journey from Mumbai to a small village in Tamil Nadu, where he meets a girl on a train and his life changes completely.

About the Story

The movie follows Rahul Mithaiwala, a man in his 40s who lives in Mumbai. His grandfather, who owned a sweet shop, passes away. Rahul's grandmother wants his ashes to be scattered in Rameswaram, a holy town in South India.

Rahul plans to go to Goa with his friends instead. But he changes his mind at the last minute and boards the Chennai Express train. This is where his adventure truly begins.

An Unexpected Journey

On the train, Rahul helps a young woman named Meenalochni, or Meena, board the moving train. She is running away from her family. Meena is the daughter of a powerful local don (a leader of a group) from a village in Tamil Nadu.

Rahul soon finds himself caught up in Meena's escape. He learns that she is trying to avoid an arranged marriage. Her family is very traditional and powerful.

Adventures in South India

Rahul and Meena's journey takes them through many exciting and funny situations. They travel through different parts of South India, meeting various people. They face challenges from Meena's family, who are trying to bring her back home.

As they travel, Rahul and Meena start to fall in love. Rahul, who was once a simple city boy, learns about life in rural India. He also learns to be brave and stand up for what is right. The movie is full of funny moments, thrilling action scenes, and catchy songs.

Main Characters

The movie features a talented cast who bring the characters to life.

• Deepika Padukone plays Meenalochni "Meena" Azhagusundaram. She is a strong and brave young woman who wants to choose her own path.
• Shah Rukh Khan plays Rahul Mithaiwala. He is a kind-hearted man who finds himself on an unexpected adventure.
• Nikitin Dheer plays Tangaballi. He is the powerful man Meena is supposed to marry.
• Sathyaraj plays Durgeshwara Azhagusundaram. He is Meena's strict but loving father.

Music in the Film

The music for Chennai Express was very popular. The songs were composed by Vishal–Shekhar. The background music was done by Amar Mohile. The songs are a mix of different styles, including some with South Indian influences. One of the most famous songs is "Lungi Dance," which became a huge hit.

Images for kids

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  Rahul (Shah Rukh Khan) helps Meenamma (Deepika Padukone) board the train, a funny scene like one in the famous 1995 film Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge.

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  Chennai Express was first planned as a backup movie idea for Khan (pictured).

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  The Munnar Hill station in Kerala, one of the beautiful places where the movie was filmed.