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Pudhu Pudhu Arthangal(1989)

3.8/10
Tamil150 mins

Pudhu Pudhu Arthangal (1989) is a 150-minute Tamil film directed by K. Balachander. Starring Sowcar Janaki, Sithara and Geetha. With an audience rating of 3.8/10, Pudhu Pudhu Arthangal stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1989.

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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Prime Video
Theatrical Release
28 October 1989
Director
K. Balachander
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 30m
GudVibe Rating
3.8/10

Storyline

A famous singer leaves his jealous wife and meets a dancer who has also run away from her abusive husband. They find comfort and a new beginning in each other's company.

Two broken hearts find a new song together.

Film Details

3.8Rating
150Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date28 October 1989
Release Typetheatrical
Original Titleபுதுப்புது அர்த்தங்கள்

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalupliftingdark
Themes
loveidentityfamilysurvival
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence2
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • This film was a rare collaboration between director K. Balachander and music composer Ilaiyaraaja, who usually worked with director Balu Mahendra.
  • The movie's title translates to 'New New Meanings', reflecting its theme of characters seeking fresh starts in life.
  • Actress Revathi, who played Jyothi, was already a major star, but this role showcased her in a more mature, dramatic light.
  • The story parallels the director's earlier hit 'Arangetram', but focuses on artistic men facing domestic turmoil instead of women.
  • A subplot involves a character learning Bharatanatyam, highlighting the film's focus on classical Indian arts.
  • It was released during a wave of Balachander films that critically examined modern Tamil family relationships.
  • The film is remembered for its nuanced performances rather than major box office success.

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