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Karpooradeepam(1985)

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Karpooradeepam is a 1985 Indian Tamil-language family drama film directed by A. Jagannathan. The film stars Sivakumar, Sujatha, Ambika, and Goundamani in lead roles. It is a remake of the Telugu film Karthika Deepam. The story follows a married man whose past love affair and secret child are revealed on his son's wedding day. The narrative unfolds through a flashback that explores love, sacrifice, and forgiveness. The film features a soundtrack composed by Gangai Amaran with lyrics by Vaali. It received a mixed critical reception, with praise for its emotional weight but criticism for its predictable plot. Karpooradeepam was released on 31 May 1985 and holds a U/A certification.

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Theatrical Release
31 December 1985
Director
A. Jagannathan
Language
Tamil
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Storyline

A happy family's wedding day is shattered when the bride's father reveals that the groom is not the couple's real son. The father must then recount his painful past love affair and the secret child he fathered. As the truth unfolds, the family faces a choice between shame and forgiveness.

A secret that burns like a lamp

Film Details

Minutes
TamilLanguage
U/ACertificate
Release Date31 December 1985

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Frequent partnerships reunited for Karpooradeepam

Cast reunions in this film: Lakshmi & M. S. Viswanathan (36 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & Sivakumar (26 films together), Lakshmi & Sivakumar (17 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & Ambika (10 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & A. Jagannathan (5 films together), and Sivakumar & Ambika (5 films together).

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