Iravu Pookkal(1986)
Iravu Pookkal is a 1986 Indian Tamil-language crime thriller film directed by Sreedhar Rajan. It stars Sathyaraj as Inspector Rajadurai and Nalini as Meena. The story follows a police officer investigating a human trafficking ring that kidnaps young women and forces them into prostitution. The film features a supporting cast including Jeevitha, Prameela, Raveendar, and Anuradha. The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja with lyrics by Gangai Amaran. Iravu Pookkal was noted for Sathyaraj playing a lead heroic role after being known for negative roles. The film received positive reviews for its performances and direction. It was released on 19 September 1986.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1986
- Director
- Sridhar Rajan
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
Inspector Rajadurai investigates the kidnapping of a young flower seller. He uncovers a human trafficking ring that sells girls into prostitution. With help from a deaf-mute witness and a bar dancer, he risks everything to rescue the victims and bring the criminals to justice.
“When night falls, the flowers are stolen.”
Film Details
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Iravu Pookkal
Cast reunions in this film: Sathyaraj & Ilayaraja (53 films together), Ilayaraja & Nalini (22 films together), and Sathyaraj & Nalini (11 films together).


