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Vaali is a 1999 Indian Tamil language thriller film directed by S. J. Suryah and starring Ajith Kumar in a double role alongside Simran and Jyothika. The film is about a young man named Shiva, who is deaf and mute, and his twin brother, named Vaali. Vaali is a famous writer and poet while Shiva works as a cook in a hotel. The film opens with Vaali getting killed in a fight over a girl. Shiva, who witnesses the murder, is accused of the crime and is sentenced to prison. The real killer, however, is someone else, and the audience is left wondering who that is until the end of the film.

The story is told in a non-linear fashion, jumping back and forth between the present-day and various flashbacks. It explores themes of love, jealousy, and revenge. Shiva is in love with Priya, played by Jyothika, but she loves Vaali. Vaali, however, is already in a relationship with another woman, played by Simran.

The film is known for its innovative use of technology, with multi-starrer Ajith Kumar playing a dual role. One of the brothers is portrayed in a hostile way while the other feels closer and intimate with the people surrounding him. Ajith Kumar's performance as both Shiva and Vaali received critical acclaim, and he went on to win the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Actor for his performance in the film.

The film's soundtrack, composed by Deva, is another highlight that contributed to the movie's success. The songs, composed in the Carnatic raga Nadanamakriya, are still popular among music lovers.

The movie is known for its creative storyline and suspense-filled climax, which comes as a shock. It tells a story of how love can turn into obsession and jealousy eventually leading to violent acts.

Vaali has been regarded as a milestone in Tamil cinema and went on to become a commercial success. The movie was remade in Telugu as Nee Kosam and was also remade in Kannada as Yeshu. The story of Vaali was also re-used in the Hindi movie Darr @ The Mall.

Overall, Vaali is a must-watch for those who enjoy suspense thrillers and action flicks. The film's storytelling, acting, music, and editing all come together perfectly to create a unique and memorable movie experience.

Vaali is a 1999 romance movie with a runtime of 2 hours and 37 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 7.9.