Cast and Crew of Chennai Express

Chennai Express

Chennai Express follows Rahul, who travels to a small town in Tamil Nadu to fulfill his grandfather's last wish of immersing his ashes in the holy waters of Rameshwaram. During his journey, he meets a spirited woman from a distinct South Indian family, and together, they experience love amid the vibrant culture of South India while facing unexpected adventures.

Trivia:
1. Shah Rukh Khan, who plays Rahul, went through a rigorous training session to learn the nuances of South Indian culture and mannerisms to authentically portray his character.
2. The film's iconic train sequences were shot on real locations, including actual trains running between Chennai and Rameshwaram, adding to the authenticity of the journey.
3. 'Chennai Express' marked the first time the director Rohit Shetty collaborated with Shah Rukh Khan, blending action-packed scenes with comedy, which became a fresh genre-mix for both.

Main Cast of Chennai Express

Shah Rukh Khan as Rahul Mithaiwala

Shah Rukh Khan

Rahul Mithaiwala
Deepika Padukone as Meenamma Lochini Azhagusundaram

Deepika Padukone

Meenamma Lochini Azhagusundaram

Crew of Chennai Express

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