Idhu Oru Thodarkadai(1987)
Idhu Oru Thodar Kathai is a 1987 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by Anu Mohan in his directorial debut. The film stars Mohan, Amala Akkineni, and Rekha in lead roles, with Goundamani, Senthil, and Sukumari in supporting parts. The story follows Radha, a woman diagnosed with a terminal illness, who leaves her wealthy family to live independently in a Chennai boarding house. She falls in love with Ravi, an unemployed engineer, and marries him on the condition that he will remarry after her death. The film is notable for its emotional exploration of love, sacrifice, and mortality. It received positive reviews for its performances and heartfelt storytelling.
Idhu Oru Thodarkadai (1987) OTT release date is not officially announced yet — GudVibe tracks its streaming availability daily.
Where to watch:Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1987
- Director
- Anu Mohan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 29m 0
Storyline
Radha learns she has a terminal illness and runs away from home to spare her family. She moves into a boarding house and falls in love with Ravi, a jobless engineer. She agrees to marry him only if he promises to marry another woman after she dies.
“A love story that continues beyond death.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Idhu Oru Thodarkadai
Cast reunions in this film: Ilayaraja & Mohan (38 films together), Ilayaraja & Reka (14 films together), Ilayaraja & Amala (9 films together), Ilayaraja & Anu Mohan (4 films together), and Mohan & Amala (2 films together).
Trivia
- This was the only film directed by Anu Mohan, who was primarily known as a film journalist and critic.
- The film's plot is loosely inspired by the 1970 Hollywood movie 'Love Story', adapting its tragic romance theme for a Tamil audience.
- Actress Radha, who played the lead, was at the peak of her career in the late 1980s and chose this film for its emotional depth.
- The soundtrack by composer Ilaiyaraaja was well-received, with the song 'Poongatru' becoming a notable romantic hit.
- The movie was shot extensively in Ooty, a popular hill station in Tamil Nadu, known for its scenic backdrops in many films.
- Despite its dramatic storyline, the film had a moderate box office run and is now considered a lesser-known work from that era.
- A key condition in the film's marriage plot involved the lead character hiding her illness, a common trope in melodramas of the time.