Maalai Nerathu Mayakkam(2016)
Maalai Nerathu Mayakkam is a 2016 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Gitanjali Selvaraghavan and written by Selvaraghavan. The film stars Balakrishna Kola and Wamiqa Gabbi in lead roles, with Azhagam Perumal, Kalyani Natarajan, and Sharran Kumar in supporting roles. The story follows Prabhu, a socially awkward man, and Manoja, a woman forced into marriage, whose relationship is shattered by a sexual assault. The film explores the aftermath of trauma and the possibility of reconciliation. It received positive reviews for its honest portrayal of a difficult subject. The music was composed by debutant Amrit. The film was released on 1 January 2016 after several production delays spanning nearly a decade.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Amazon Prime Video
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 2016
- Director
- Gitanjali Selvaraghavan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
Prabhu is a shy, awkward man who cannot find love. Manoja is a woman forced into marriage by her mother's illness. Their arranged marriage starts cold and distant. When Prabhu tries to force intimacy, he commits a terrible act that destroys their relationship. Years later, they meet again. Can Manoja forgive him? Can love survive the deepest betrayal?
“A true love is made up in heaven.”
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Trivia
- This was the directorial debut of Gitanjali Selvaraghavan, who is the wife of noted director Selvaraghavan.
- The film's title translates to 'Evening Twilight Illusion,' reflecting the story's moody, romantic atmosphere.
- Actor Senthil, known for comedy roles, played a serious character as the heroine's father in this film.
- The movie had a very limited theatrical release and was primarily promoted through word-of-mouth.
- It features a cameo appearance by director Selvaraghavan in a brief scene at a party.
- The soundtrack was composed by debutant music director Pradeep Kumar, who also sang a song.
- The story is set almost entirely within a single apartment, creating an intimate feel for the drama.
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Directed by Selvaraghavan Wife Gitanjali, starring Balakrishna Kola and WamiQa Gabbi in the lead role.
