Uruvangal Maralam(1983)
Uruvangal Maralam is a 1983 Indian Tamil-language drama film written, produced, and directed by S. V. Ramanan. The film stars Y. G. Mahendran and Suhasini in lead roles. It follows Ramalingam, a bank clerk chosen by God to warn people about future events. His predictions cause chaos when they come true, leading to his arrest. The film features Sivaji Ganesan, Kamal Haasan, Rajinikanth, and Jaishankar in guest appearances as different forms of God. It is a remake of the American film Oh, God! (1977). The film was released on 14 January 1983 and received positive reviews for its performances and direction.
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- Theatrical Release
- 14 January 1983
- Director
- S. V. Ramanan
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A devout bank clerk named Ramalingam is chosen by God to warn people about future disasters. But when his predictions come true, nobody believes he is a messenger. They think he is a terrorist. He must prove his innocence while holding onto his faith.
“When God speaks, nobody listens.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Uruvangal Maralam
Cast reunions in this film: Sivaji Ganesan & Manorama (32 films together), Manorama & Jaishankar (27 films together), Kamal Haasan & Manorama (25 films together), Rajinikanth & Manorama (17 films together), Rajinikanth & Kamal Haasan (15 films together), and Rajinikanth & Jaishankar (15 films together).
Trivia
- This film is a rare Tamil remake of the 1977 American comedy 'Oh, God!' starring George Burns.
- It features a unique casting where Sivaji Ganesan, known for playing kings and heroes, portrays the character of God.
- The film's director, Ramanan S.V., was primarily known as a cinematographer and this remains one of his few directorial ventures.
- The title 'Uruvangal Maralam' poetically translates to 'Villages Change', hinting at the film's theme of societal transformation.
- Actor Y.G. Mahendra, primarily a comedian, played a rare straight lead role as the chosen messenger in this film.
- The movie was released during a period when fantasy and social message films were gaining popularity in Tamil cinema.
- Despite the star power, the film did not achieve major commercial success compared to other Sivaji Ganesan releases of the era.