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Pudhea Paadhai(1989)

4.4/10
Tamil131 mins

Pudhea Paadhai (1989) is a 131-minute Tamil film directed by R. Parthiban. Starring Super Subbarayan, Venniradai Moorthy and V. K. Ramasamy. With an audience rating of 4.4/10, Pudhea Paadhai stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1989.

Director:R. Parthiban
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
14 July 1989
Director
R. Parthiban
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 11m
GudVibe Rating
4.4/10

Storyline

A new path demands a dangerous choice.

Film Details

4.4Rating
131Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date14 July 1989
Release Typetheatrical
Original TitlePudhea Paadhai
Also Known AsPuthiya Paadhai · Pudhiya Paadhai

Parental Guide

Violence
Moderate
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
revengecorruptionjusticefamily
Tonegritty
Pacingfast-paced
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withfriends
Violence4
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • This was the first film directed by R. Parthiban, who also wrote the story and played the lead role.
  • The film's title 'Pudhea Paadhai' translates to 'New Path', reflecting its story of a man seeking a fresh start.
  • Actress Seetha, who played the female lead, was a popular dancer and actress in Tamil and Telugu films during that era.
  • The movie features veteran comedian Manorama in a supporting role, known for her record number of film appearances.
  • It was produced and distributed by Parthiban's own company, a common practice for his early directorial ventures.
  • The film's soundtrack was composed by Ilaiyaraaja, a prolific music director in Tamil cinema during the 1980s.
  • While not a major commercial hit, the film is noted for establishing Parthiban's signature style of socially conscious storytelling.

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