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Imaigal(1983)

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Imaigal is a 1983 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by R. Krishnamoorthy and produced by Thiruppur Mani under Vivekananda Pictures. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, Saritha, Sarath Babu, and Sudarshan in lead roles. The story follows Akbar Basha, a fisherman and local don who protects a pregnant woman named Kasthuri after she is abandoned by her lover. The central conflict arises when Akbar Basha unknowingly befriends the man who betrayed her. The film is noted for its tragic ending and strong performances, particularly by Sivaji Ganesan and Saritha. The soundtrack was composed by Gangai Amaran. Imaigal was released on 12 April 1983.

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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
31 December 1983
Director
R. Krishnamoorthy
Language
Tamil
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Storyline

A powerful fisherman and local don, Akbar Basha, takes in a pregnant woman named Kasthuri after she is cheated and abandoned. He vows to find and kill the man who betrayed her. But the man he seeks is hiding in plain sight, working as his trusted ally.

Some truths are too painful to see

Film Details

Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date31 December 1983

Cast & Crew

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Frequent partnerships reunited for Imaigal

Cast reunions in this film: M. S. Viswanathan & Sivaji Ganesan (110 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & V. K. Ramasamy (40 films together), Sivaji Ganesan & V. K. Ramasamy (31 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & R. Krishnamoorthy (8 films together), and Sivaji Ganesan & R. Krishnamoorthy (5 films together).

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