Enna Petha Rasa(1989)
Enna Petha Rasa is a 1989 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by Siraj and produced by Rajkiran. The cast includes Ramarajan, Rupini, Srividya, and Vinu Chakravarthy. The story follows Raja, a young man who fights injustice in his village while navigating a family feud that prevents him from marrying his cousin Lakshmi. After a stage actress is murdered, Raja is falsely accused and imprisoned. The film explores themes of sacrifice, false accusations, and family honor. Ilaiyaraaja composed the soundtrack, which includes the popular song 'Petha Manasu'. The Indian Express praised its rural flavor and engaging storytelling. The film was released on 27 January 1989.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 27 January 1989
- Director
- Siraj
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 17m 0
Storyline
Raja loves his cousin Lakshmi, but their families are divided by an old conflict. When a rich landlord plots to force Lakshmi into marriage with his son, Raja fights back. But on the night before his wedding, Raja is accused of murdering a woman. He must clear his name and save his love.
“Love, lies, and a deadly secret.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Enna Petha Rasa
Cast reunions in this film: Senthil & Goundamani (80 films together), Goundamani & Ilayaraja (75 films together), Senthil & Ilayaraja (72 films together), Ilayaraja & Vinu Chakravarthy (34 films together), Ilayaraja & Srividya (33 films together), and Senthil & Vinu Chakravarthy (31 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title is a popular Tamil phrase from a classic song, but it was not originally planned for this movie.
- Director Siraj was primarily known for action films, making this comedy-drama a slight shift in his career.
- The movie was shot quickly, reportedly within a tight schedule to meet a festival release date.
- A subplot involving a mistaken identity was a common trope in late-80s Tamil comedies used here.
- The film's soundtrack by composer Shankar-Ganesh had moderate popularity but no major hit songs.
- It featured character actors like 'Venniradai' Moorthy in supporting roles typical of the era.
- The climax courtroom scene was a standard dramatic device in many Tamil films of that period.