Ratha Dhanam(1988)
Ratha Dhanam (transl. Blood Donation) is a 1988 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by Sivachandran and produced by Sivachandran and Lakshmi under Kavitha Chitra Films. The film stars Prabhu, Gautami, Sadhana, Lakshmi, and Sivachandran in lead roles. The story follows a kind young man who gives blood to save a stranger, only to find himself targeted by a powerful local gangster. The narrative explores themes of family loyalty, corruption, and the consequences of good deeds. The film's soundtrack was composed by Gangai Amaran. Critical reception was mixed, with The Indian Express noting the film relied on familiar tropes. Ratha Dhanam was released on 10 September 1988.
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- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1988
- Director
- Sivachandran
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A kind young man named Prabhu gives his blood to save a stranger after an accident. But the stranger is connected to a ruthless gangster who controls the town. Prabhu and his family face threats, betrayal, and kidnapping. He must find a way to defeat the gangster and protect everyone he loves.
“One blood donation changed everything”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Ratha Dhanam
Cast reunions in this film: Prabhu & Gangai Amaran (15 films together), Prabhu & Pandu (10 films together), Prabhu & Nizhalgal Ravi (9 films together), Prabhu & Sivachandran (7 films together), Nizhalgal Ravi & Gouthami (7 films together), and Nizhalgal Ravi & Pandu (5 films together).




