Kaval Poonaigal(1989)
Kaval Poonaigal is a 1989 Indian Tamil-language political thriller film written and directed by Kalaipuli G. Sekaran. The film stars Sangeetharajan, Radhika, and Nizhalgal Ravi in lead roles. The story follows a young man who becomes a rebel after corrupt police officers murder his father. He wages a personal war against the system, stealing from the police and giving to the poor. The film is known for its raw portrayal of police brutality and class struggle. It received positive reviews for its action sequences and emotional depth. Kaval Poonaigal was later dubbed into Hindi for a wider audience. The film remains a cult classic in Tamil cinema.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1989
- Director
- Kalipuli Sekaran
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
After his father is killed by corrupt police, Raja vows revenge. He becomes a vigilante, stealing from the police and helping the poor. The police chief hunts him down. Raja must fight to protect his family and bring justice to his town.
“When cops become criminals, heroes rise”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Kaval Poonaigal
Cast reunions in this film: Raadhika Sarathkumar & Deva (5 films together).
Trivia
- This film was produced by director Kalaipuli G. Sekaran under his own banner, Kalaipuli International.
- The movie's title 'Kaaval Poonaigal' translates to 'Guardian Angels' in English.
- It is known as a children's drama that highlighted social issues like child abandonment during its time.
- The film featured a cast of relatively unknown child actors, which was uncommon for a major Tamil release in the late 1980s.
- Music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, a frequent collaborator with the director on other projects.
- The story is set primarily in a hospital, which serves as the central meeting place and refuge for the main characters.
- Despite its serious theme, the film did not achieve major commercial success at the box office upon release.