Enga Chinna Rasa(1987)
Enga Chinna Rasa is a 1987 Indian Tamil-language drama film written, directed by, and starring K. Bhagyaraj. The cast includes Radha as Rukmini, C. R. Saraswathi as Nagamani, Jai Ganesh as Sathyagounder, and Idichapuli Selvaraj as Chinnarasu's father. The story follows Chinnarasu, a loyal son who trusts his manipulative stepmother Nagamani, who steals his inheritance and plots against his wife. Set in the village of Mettupatti, the film explores themes of blind trust, family betrayal, and redemption. The film was a major commercial success and made Saraswathi a household name, with audiences calling her 'Aatha' after her character. It was released on 17 June 1987 and later remade in Hindi as Beta, in Kannada as Annayya, and in Telugu as Abbayigaru.
Quick Facts
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- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1987
- Director
- K. Bhagyaraj
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
Chinnarasu is a kind young man who trusts his stepmother Nagamani completely. She secretly steals his inheritance and plots to destroy his marriage. His wife Rukmini discovers the truth and must fight to save him from Nagamani's evil plans. Will Chinnarasu open his eyes before it is too late?
“Trust can blind even the strongest heart.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Enga Chinna Rasa
Cast reunions in this film: Radha & Sankar Ganesh (9 films together), and K. Bhagyaraj & Sankar Ganesh (7 films together).

