Adhu Antha Kaalam(1988)
Adhu Antha Kaalam is a 1988 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed and written by Valampuri John in his directorial debut. The film stars Sarath Babu, Lakshmi, and Charan Raj in lead roles. The story follows Ranganathan, a trusting family man who loses everything after being betrayed by a close friend. Set in a small Tamil town, the narrative explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the long road to redemption. The film was produced by Bhanu Revathi Combines and features a color palette typical of late 1980s Tamil cinema. It received attention for its realistic portrayal of family dynamics and emotional storytelling. The movie was released in 1988 and is available for viewing through select regional streaming platforms.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1988
- Director
- Valampuri John
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A trusting family man named Ranganathan invests his life savings in a business deal with an old friend. The friend betrays him and disappears with all the money. Ranganathan loses his home, his job, and eventually his family. He must fight to rebuild his life and win back his wife's trust.
“The past is gone. The future is yours.”
Film Details
Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Adhu Antha Kaalam
Cast reunions in this film: Lakshmi & M. S. Viswanathan (36 films together), Rajeev & Vinu Chakravarthy (3 films together), Lakshmi & Vinu Chakravarthy (2 films together), Rajeev & M. S. Viswanathan (2 films together), and M. S. Viswanathan & Vinu Chakravarthy (2 films together).