Kaavalan (transl. Bodyguard) is a 2011 Indian Tamil-language romantic comedy action film written and directed by Siddique. A remake of the Malayalam film Bodyguard, the film stars Vijay, Asin and Mithra Kurian with Rajkiran, Roja Selvamani and Vadivelu in supporting roles. The story revolves around Meera, who has a secret romantic interest in her bodyguard Bhoominathan. The musical score is composed by Vidyasagar, and cinematography is handled by N. K. Ekambaram. The film's principal shoot commenced in April 2010 and it was completed by November.