Dhayam Onnu(1988)
Dhayam Onnu is a 1988 Tamil-language action thriller film directed by Peter Selvakumar. The lead cast includes Arjun, Pallavi, Madhuri, and Seetha. The story follows a desperate mother who kidnaps a sick child to force a thief into helping her rescue her kidnapped scientist husband. The film is set in a gritty urban underworld where criminals and police clash. It is known for its fast-paced action sequences and emotional family drama. The movie was released in 1988 and is available on YouTube in restored 4K quality.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 29 June 1988
- Director
- Peter Selvakumar
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 15m 0
Storyline
A desperate mother kidnaps a little girl with a heart condition. She uses the child to force a street-smart thief to help rescue her scientist husband from criminals. The thief must keep the girl alive while fighting dangerous enemies. Can he save the family before it is too late?
“One mother's gamble for her family's future.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Dhayam Onnu
Cast reunions in this film: Senthil & Ilayaraja (72 films together), Ilayaraja & Manorama (60 films together), Ilayaraja & V. K. Ramasamy (42 films together), Senthil & Manorama (41 films together), Manorama & V. K. Ramasamy (30 films together), and Rekha & Ilayaraja (11 films together).
Trivia
- This film was one of the few Tamil movies directed by Peter Selvakumar, who was primarily known as a cinematographer.
- The plot involves a unique team of four women, each with a specific adventure skill, to fight 'lady gorilla soldiers'.
- Actor Arjun, playing the thief Arun, was early in his career and not yet a major action star when this film released.
- The movie's title 'Dhayam Onnu' translates to 'One Heart', likely referencing the child Daisy's heart condition.
- It featured a large ensemble cast of popular actresses of the time, including Seetha, Rekha, Shanti Priya, and Rita.
- The film blends several genres, which was a common commercial formula in late 1980s Tamil cinema.
- Sendhil, who played the jailmate Gnanaprakasam, was a noted comedy actor in Tamil films during that period.