Sukra Dasai(1984)
Sukra Dasai is a 1984 Tamil-language drama film directed by Muktha Srinivasan. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan in the lead role as an honest laborer. The supporting cast includes major Tamil actors of the era. The story follows Sukra Dasai, a poor but principled man who returns a lost bag of money to a wealthy landlord. His honesty earns him a job, but the landlord's evil son frames him for theft. Sukra is sent to prison, loses his wife, and his children are forced into servitude. The film is notable for its strong moral message about integrity and justice. It was produced by Muktha Ramaswamy under the Muktha Films banner, a studio known for its motto of 'Good Conduct, Honesty, Integrity'. The film received positive reviews for its emotional depth and Sivaji Ganesan's powerful performance. Sukra Dasai was released in theatres in 1984.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1984
- Director
- T. K. Mohan
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
Sukra Dasai is a poor laborer who never tells a lie. When he returns a bag of money to a rich landlord, he gets a job. But the landlord's cruel son hates Sukra's honesty. He frames Sukra for theft and sends him to prison. Years later, Sukra must fight to clear his name and save his family.
“Honesty is the only treasure that never gets stolen.”