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Indru Nee Nalai Naan(1983)

Tamil145 minstheatrical

Indru Nee Naalai Naan is a 1983 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by Major Sundarrajan. The film stars Sivakumar, Jaishankar, Lakshmi, and Sulakshana in lead roles. It is based on the novel 'Thookku Mara Nizhalil' by C. A. Balan, which was inspired by true events. The story follows Pazhaniappan, an orphan raised by a wealthy family, whose life spirals into tragedy after an extra-marital affair. The film explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the harsh consequences of forbidden love. Ilaiyaraaja composed the soundtrack, with the song 'Ponvaanam Panneer Thoovuthu' becoming popular. The film was released on 12 August 1983 and received praise for its honest storytelling and strong performances.

Filmed In:Salem, Aathur Road
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
31 December 1983
Director
Major Sundarrajan
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 25m
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Storyline

Pazhaniappan is a loyal orphan who works for Marudhachalam's family. When Marudu marries Papathi but ignores her for politics, loneliness pushes Papathi toward Pazhani. As forbidden feelings grow, one wrong choice leads to betrayal, suicide, and a wrongful murder conviction that ends in execution.

One wrong choice destroys everything.

Film Details

145Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date31 December 1983
Release Typetheatrical
Filmed InSalem, Aathur Road

Cast & Crew

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Frequent partnerships reunited for Indru Nee Nalai Naan

Cast reunions in this film: Ilayaraja & Sivakumar (50 films together), Ilayaraja & Major Sundarrajan (24 films together), Lakshmi & Ilayaraja (20 films together), Lakshmi & Sivakumar (17 films together), Sivakumar & Major Sundarrajan (16 films together), and Lakshmi & Major Sundarrajan (15 films together).

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