Calls

Calls is a 2021 Indian Tamil-language crime thriller film written and directed by J. Sabarish. The film stars V. J. Chitra, Vinodhini, Devadarshini and R. Sundarrajan. The film also marks the posthumous release of Chitra who also made her first and only film appearance. The film is loosely inspired by Aruvi. The film had its theatrical release on 26 February 2021 and opened to negative reviews from critics. Plot Nandhini takes a job at a call centre due to her family situation. Her manager challenges her with renewing the subscriptions of at least 20 customers in a day or she will be fired. Cast Production In September 2019, it was revealed that the television soap opera actress V. J. Chitra would make her film acting debut. Chitra signed on to appear in her first Kollywood film role in mid-2019 through Calls. She was cast in the role of a business process outsourcing professional. Principal photography commenced in mid-2019 and wrapped in March 2020.