Saadhanai(1986)
Saadhanai is a 1986 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by A. S. Prakasam. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, Prabhu, K. R. Vijaya, and Nalini. The story follows a film director who dreams of making a movie about the legendary love of Salim and Anarkali. He finds his Anarkali in a beggar, but family jealousy forces her to leave. Years later, he casts the woman's daughter and his own son in the film, leading to tragedy. The film was launched at Vijaya Studios with C. V. Sridhar switching on the camera. Scenes related to Salim and Anarkali were shot at Vijaya Vauhini Studios. Ilaiyaraaja composed the soundtrack. Critical reception was mixed, with praise for the first half but criticism of the climax. The film was released on 10 January 1986.
Quick Facts
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- Theatrical Release
- 9 January 1986
- Director
- A. S. Prakasam
- Language
- Tamil
- Rating
- 6.5/10
Storyline
A film director's dream project — a movie about Salim and Anarkali — takes over his life. He finds the perfect actress in a beggar, but his wife's jealousy drives her away. Years later, he casts the woman's daughter and his own son in the film, with tragic consequences.
“Love that ends in poison”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Saadhanai
Cast reunions in this film: Senthil & Ilayaraja (72 films together), Prabhu & Ilayaraja (60 films together), K. R. Vijaya & Sivaji Ganesan (32 films together), Ilayaraja & Sivaji Ganesan (24 films together), Ilayaraja & Nalini (22 films together), and K. R. Vijaya & Ilayaraja (20 films together).