Avan Ivan (transl. That man, this man) is a 2011 Indian Tamil-language comedy drama film written and directed by Bala, who with this project attains his fifth feature film. The film stars Vishal, Arya, while G. M. Kumar, R. K., Madhu Shalini, Janani Iyer, and Ambika play supporting roles. The film, produced by Kalpathi S. Agoram's AGS Entertainment, features music by Yuvan Shankar Raja, cinematography by Arthur A. Wilson, and editing by Suresh Urs. Set against the backdrops of Theni, Avan Ivan illustrates the relationship between two boisterously playful half-brothers. According to Eros International, it was successful at the box office.