Paadatha Thenikkal(1988)
Paadatha Thenikkal is a 1988 Indian Tamil-language family drama film directed by V. M. C. Haneefa. The film stars Sivakumar and Radhika in lead roles. It is a remake of the Malayalam film Sandarbham. The story follows a father who makes a promise to his dying friend to protect his daughter, a decision that leads to family conflict and sacrifice. The film is noted for its strong emotional values and melodramatic tone. The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The Indian Express called it a melodrama where sentiment is not laid too thick. The film was released on 8 November 1988.
Quick Facts
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- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1988
- Director
- Cochin Haneefa
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A father makes a promise to his dying friend to care for his orphaned daughter. As she grows up, society's gossip forces him to make a painful choice that tears his family apart. His wife and children must decide between loyalty and their own happiness.
“A promise that broke a family”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Paadatha Thenikkal
Cast reunions in this film: Ilayaraja & Janagaraj (59 films together), Ilayaraja & Sivakumar (50 films together), Ilayaraja & Ambika (32 films together), Ilayaraja & Cochin Haneefa (6 films together), Ambika & Janagaraj (6 films together), and Sivakumar & Ambika (5 films together).