Nalu Perukku Nandri(1983)
Nalu Perukku Nandri is a 1983 Tamil romantic comedy film directed by Visu. The lead cast includes Mohan as Babu and Poornima Bhagyaraj as Lakshmi, with supporting roles by Delhi Ganesh and Visu. The story follows Lakshmi, a middle-class woman who bets her friends she can make wealthy Babu fall in love with her through a fabricated persona. The film is notable for being a light-hearted departure from Visu's usual socially conscious dramas. It was released in 1983 and received positive reviews for its entertaining narrative and performances.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1983
- Director
- M. R. Rajamani
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A cheerful young woman named Lakshmi makes a bet with her friends. She claims she can make Babu, the son of a rich businessman, fall in love with her. She pretends to be a sweet and caring girl to win the bet. But her fake act leads to real feelings, and she must choose between her pride and true love.
“A bet that became true love”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Nalu Perukku Nandri
Cast reunions in this film: Mohan & Poornima Bhagyaraj (6 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title translates to 'Thanks for the Four Elevations', a playful nod to its lighthearted romantic plot.
- Director M. R. Rajamani was a prominent editor before directing, having worked on many classic Tamil films.
- This was one of the few films where actor Mohan appeared in a supporting role early in his career.
- The movie features a cameo by veteran comedian Nagesh, known for his impeccable comic timing.
- It was released during a period when romantic comedies with urban settings were gaining popularity in Tamil cinema.
- The soundtrack was composed by Shankar–Ganesh, a popular duo known for their peppy numbers in the 1980s.