Hitler Umanath(1982)
Hitler Umanath is a 1982 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by P. Madhavan. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan as Umanath, alongside K. R. Vijaya, Sathyaraj, and Suruli Rajan. It is based on a play of the same name by Mahendran. The story follows a timid clerk whose mustache resembles Adolf Hitler's, leading him to adopt Hitler's aggressive personality. This transformation causes him to neglect his family and leads to conflict with his daughter. The film explores themes of identity, family, and the consequences of blind imitation. It was released on 26 January 1982.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 26 January 1982
- Director
- P. Madhavan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 16m 0
Storyline
A gentle clerk named Umanath is teased at work because his mustache looks like Hitler's. Inspired by his wife's stories about Hitler's power, he transforms into a loud, aggressive leader. His new personality pushes his wife and daughter away. His daughter marries his enemy for revenge. Umanath must choose between his fake power and his real family.
“Beware of the mustache that changes a man.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Hitler Umanath
Cast reunions in this film: M. S. Viswanathan & Sivaji Ganesan (110 films together), K. R. Vijaya & M. S. Viswanathan (69 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & Major Sundarrajan (54 films together), Sivaji Ganesan & Major Sundarrajan (38 films together), K. R. Vijaya & Sivaji Ganesan (32 films together), and K. R. Vijaya & Major Sundarrajan (22 films together).
Trivia
- The film was inspired by a real-life person in Chennai who was nicknamed 'Hitler' due to his looks and strict nature.
- Actor Sivakumar, known for playing noble heroes, took on this unique role to break from his usual image.
- The movie's climax was shot at the famous Napier Bridge in Chennai, a popular filming location in the 80s.
- Director P. Madhavan often collaborated with Sivakumar, and this was one of their last major films together.
- The title and theme played on the global curiosity about Hitler's character, but set in a local Tamil context.
- Despite its provocative title, the film was a drama about personal transformation, not a historical biopic.
- The soundtrack by Shankar–Ganesh was popular, with the song 'Oru Koottil' becoming a hit at the time.