Siragadikka Aasai: Everything about the family drama starring Vetri Vasanth and Gomathi Priya
Premiering in January 2023, Siragadikka Aasai is the Tamil adaptation of the Telugu show Gundeninda Gudigantalu. The format has also been adapted into Aase (Kannada), Chempaneer Poovu (Malayalam), and Udne Ki Aasha (Hindi), proving its pan-Indian appeal.
Meet the cast
The show stars Gomathi Priya and
Vetri
Vasanth
in the lead roles. The supporting cast includes R. Soundarajan, Anila, Narasimha Raju, Tamilselvi, Sri Deva, Yogesh, A.
Revathy, Diwakar, Sangeetha, and Sudhakar, who add depth and strength to the narrative.
The story so far
The plot revolves around Muthu (Vetri Vasanth), an alcoholic with a troubled past. He frequently returns home drunk and often gets into fights, including arguments with his mother, who disapproves of his lifestyle. However, he shares a close bond with his father and grandmother, who raised him with affection. Meena (Gomathi Priya), on the other hand, is a caring and family-oriented young woman.
She lives with her family in an apartment complex and faces constant trouble from a loan shark named Sudhakar, who keeps harassing them.
The story follows how Meena and Muthu's lives intersect and evolve through love, challenges, and redemption.
Where to watch
Siragadikka Aasai airs on Star Vijay at 9 PM and continues to hold a loyal viewership, thanks to its gripping screenplay and heartfelt performances.
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