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Maragadha Veenai(1986)

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Maragadha Veenai (1986) is a Tamil-language musical romance film directed by Gokula Krishnan. The film stars Suresh and Revathi in lead roles. The story follows Kokila, an abandoned child adopted by a Carnatic musician, who becomes a music teacher and falls in love with drill master Kannan. Their relationship is disrupted when Kokila is forced into an arranged marriage with Dr. Chandrasekar to repay a debt of gratitude. The film is notable for its emotional narrative exploring duty versus love. Ilaiyaraaja composed the soundtrack, featuring the popular song 'Maragatha Veenai' picturised at Monkey Falls. The film was released on 14 March 1986.

Filmed In:Monkey Falls, Anaimalai hills
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
31 December 1986
Director
Gokula Krishnan
Language
Tamil
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Storyline

An abandoned girl with a natural singing talent is adopted by a musician. Years later, she becomes a music teacher and falls in love with a strict drill master. But when her adopted father falls ill, she must marry the doctor who saved his life, tearing her away from the man she loves.

A love story of duty and sacrifice

Film Details

Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date31 December 1986
Filmed InMonkey Falls, Anaimalai hills

Cast & Crew

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Frequent partnerships reunited for Maragadha Veenai

Cast reunions in this film: Goundamani & Ilayaraja (75 films together), Ilayaraja & Revathi (32 films together), Suresh & Ilayaraja (18 films together), Suresh & Revathi (4 films together), Goundamani & Revathi (4 films together), and Ilayaraja & Gokula Krishnan (3 films together).

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