Thirumathi Oru Vegumathi(1987)
Thirumathi Oru Vegumathi is a 1987 Indian Tamil-language drama film written and directed by Visu. The film stars Pandiyan, S. V. Sekhar, Nizhalgal Ravi, and Visu in lead roles. It is based on Visu's play Bharatha Matharkku Jai. The story follows Uma, a woman who sacrifices her own happiness to raise her younger brothers, only to face betrayal and tragedy. The film marks the cinematic acting debut of M. S. Bhaskar. It was released on 26 January 1987.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1987
- Director
- Visu
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 19m
- Rating
- 3.5/10
Storyline
Uma sacrifices everything to raise her younger brothers. She marries a man who promises not to have children. Years later, her brothers grow up and forget her sacrifices. Greed and corruption tear the family apart.
“A sister's love, a family's tragedy.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Thirumathi Oru Vegumathi
Cast reunions in this film: Nizhalgal Ravi & Sankar Ganesh (20 films together), Sankar Ganesh & S. Ve. Shekher (15 films together), Ganesh & Sankar Ganesh (11 films together), Visu & Sankar Ganesh (10 films together), Visu & S. Ve. Shekher (8 films together), and Nizhalgal Ravi & Visu (7 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title is a clever wordplay on 'Thirumathi Oru Vegumathi', meaning 'A Wife is a Speedometer', hinting at her role in setting life's pace.
- Director Visu also wrote the story, continuing his signature style of family dramas focused on middle-class social issues.
- The movie was part of a successful wave of 'women-centric' dramas in Tamil cinema during the late 1980s.
- Actress Radha, who played Uma, was praised for her mature performance in an emotionally draining role.
- The film's conflict is based on a common family dispute in Indian society about duty and ingratitude.
- It was released the same year as Visu's other hit 'Samsaram Adhu Minsaram', cementing his reputation.
- The soundtrack by composer Shankar-Ganesh featured a popular lament song sung by Uma's character.