Namma Ooru Nayagan(1988)
Namma Ooru Nayagan is a 1988 Indian Tamil-language action drama film directed by Yaar Kannan. The film stars Ramarajan, Gautami, and Sripriya in lead roles, with Senthamarai, K. R. Vijaya, and Senthil in supporting parts. The story follows Jagan, a farmer who challenges a tyrannical landlord named Muthu Manikkam who terrorizes their village. The film explores themes of justice, community unity, and personal sacrifice. Despite its commercial failure at the box office, the film is remembered for its emotional narrative and strong performances. The music was composed by Rajesh Khanna, featuring seven songs. The film was released in 1988 and is available on select streaming platforms.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1988
- Director
- Yaar' Kannan
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
Jagan is a poor farmer living in a village ruled by the cruel landlord Muthu Manikkam. When the landlord's violence becomes unbearable, Jagan decides to fight back. He must protect his mother, win the love of Revathi, and free his village from tyranny — all while facing the landlord's powerful goons.
“One man. One village. One fight for freedom.”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Namma Ooru Nayagan
Cast reunions in this film: Ramarajan & Gouthami (6 films together), and Sripriya & Gouthami (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film's music composer Rajesh Khanna was a newcomer and not the famous Bollywood actor of the same name.
- This was one of the few films where actress Gouthami, known for her work with Kamal Haasan, starred opposite Ramarajan.
- Director Yaar Kannan was primarily known as a dialogue writer and this film was one of his few directorial ventures.
- The movie's title translates to 'Hero of Our Town', fitting Ramarajan's common screen image as a rural champion.
- Producer V. Anbukarasu was also a politician, serving as a Member of the Legislative Assembly in Tamil Nadu.
- Actress Sripriya, who played a key role, was already an established star in Tamil and Telugu cinema by this time.
- The film is a lesser-known entry in the popular 'native village hero' genre of late 1980s Tamil cinema.