Dharma Pathini(1986)
'Dharma Pathini' (1986) is a Tamil-language legal drama film directed by Ameerjan. The film stars Karthik as Inspector Prem Kumar and Jeevitha as Sub-inspector Vidhya. The story follows a police couple whose marriage is tested when Vidhya lies in court to save her brother-in-law from a murder conviction. The film features a subplot about a blind woman and her trade unionist lover. It is notable for its courtroom sequences and a controversial poster that sparked legislative debate. The film was remade in Telugu as 'Dharmapatni' and in Hindi as 'Jawab Hum Denge' in 1987. Ilaiyaraaja composed the soundtrack and made a cameo appearance. The film was released on 14 March 1986.
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- Theatrical Release
- 14 March 1986
- Director
- Ameerjan
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
Honest police inspector Prem Kumar marries feisty sub-inspector Vidhya. Their happiness shatters when Vidhya's brother-in-law is framed for murder and sentenced to death. Vidhya lies in court to save him, but her lie destroys her marriage. Prem Kumar must choose between the law and the truth.
“A lie to save a life”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Dharma Pathini
Cast reunions in this film: Ilayaraja & Charlie (59 films together), Karthik & Ilayaraja (45 films together), Karthik & Charlie (10 films together), Charlie & Ameerjan (7 films together), Ilayaraja & Jeevitha (6 films together), and Karthik & Ameerjan (4 films together).



