Pillaiyar(1984)
Pillaiyar is a 1984 Tamil-language drama film directed by A. C. Tirulokchandar. The lead cast includes Sivaji Ganesan as Pillaiyar, with K. R. Vijaya playing his wife Lakshmi. The story follows a poor farmer who builds a Ganesha statue on disputed land and faces opposition from a powerful landlord. The film explores themes of faith, justice, and community solidarity. It was noted for its strong moral message and Sivaji Ganesan’s emotional performance. The movie released in 1984 and received positive reviews from critics and audiences.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
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- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1984
- Director
- V. T. Arasu
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 25m 0
Storyline
A poor farmer named Pillaiyar builds a clay statue of Lord Ganesha on a piece of land. The local landlord claims the land is his and demands the statue be removed. Pillaiyar refuses and takes the fight to court. He must prove the land is public while protecting his family from the landlord’s violence.
“One man’s faith moves a village”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Pillaiyar
Cast reunions in this film: Sarath Babu & M. S. Viswanathan (11 films together), Radha & M. S. Viswanathan (6 films together), Radha & Sarath Babu (3 films together), and V. T. Arasu & Shasti Films (2 films together).