Nalam Nalamariya Aval(1984)
Nalam Nalamariya Aval is a 1984 Tamil drama film directed and written by P. Jayadevi. The cast includes Thayir Vadai Desigan, Hanumanthu, Kullamani, Saritha, and CID Sakunthala. The story follows a kind-hearted village girl who is mistreated by her mother and sister but never stops being good. She is thrown out of her home after a false accusation and finds shelter with a retired police officer. When her mother falls ill, she returns to care for her and forgives her family. The film was produced by Thulasi Cine Arts and released on April 27, 1984, in India. It is known for its simple storytelling and strong moral message about forgiveness and family love.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1984
- Director
- Jayadevi
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A kind village girl is thrown out of her home by her jealous mother and selfish sister. She finds shelter with a retired police officer and builds a new life. When her mother falls sick and her sister runs away, she must decide whether to return and forgive the family that hurt her.
“Goodness always finds its way home”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Nalam Nalamariya Aval
Cast reunions in this film: Saritha & Mohan (2 films together).
Trivia
- This was the only film directed by P. Jayadevi, a former actress.
- The film's title translates to 'A Girl Who Doesn't Know Goodness'.
- It was released the same year as the landmark Tamil film 'Nallavanukku Nallavan'.
- The cast included actors like Sivakumar and Radhika during their peak years.
- The music was composed by Shankar–Ganesh, a popular duo of the era.
- It is a lesser-known example of the family drama genre popular in the 1980s.
- The film's plot likely revolved around traditional themes of love and family conflict.

