Thooral Ninnu Pochchu(1982)
Thooral Ninnu Pochchu is a 1982 Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film written, directed by and starring K. Bhagyaraj. The film also stars Sulakshana as the female lead and M. N. Nambiar in a pivotal supporting role. The story is set in a traditional Tamil village and follows a young couple whose love is tested by dowry demands, family pride, and a father's stubbornness. The film is notable for its strong screenplay and emotional depth. It was a major commercial success, running for over 300 days at the Madurai Thangam theatre. The soundtrack was composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The film was released on 14 April 1982.
Thooral Ninnu Pochchu is streaming on Aha and Airtel Xstream Play.
Where to watch:Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Aha, Airtel Xstream Play, Amazon Prime Video, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 12 April 1982
- Director
- K. Bhagyaraj
- Language
- Tamil
- Rating
- 7.5/10
Storyline
Chella Durai falls in love with the shy Mangalam during their arranged marriage meeting. But her father Ponnambalam refuses to accept him due to a dowry dispute. With help from Mangalam's uncle Nambiar, Chella Durai must prove his love and win over a stubborn father before it is too late.
“Love stops when pride begins.”
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Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Thooral Ninnu Pochchu
Cast reunions in this film: Ilayaraja & M. N. Nambiar (25 films together), K. Bhagyaraj & Ilayaraja (16 films together), Ilayaraja & Sulakshana (15 films together), and K. Bhagyaraj & M. N. Nambiar (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Thooral Ninnu Pochu' is a famous line from a popular Tamil poem by Subramanya Bharathi.
- Director K. Bhagyaraj played the lead role himself, a common practice in many of his films from that era.
- This movie is a remake of the director's own successful Telugu film 'Mondi Ghatam' from 1982.
- The story highlights the social issue of dowry, which was a bold theme for mainstream cinema at the time.
- Comedian Goundamani, who later became a huge star, has a notable supporting role in this film.
- The song 'Kadhal Oviyam' became a major hit and is still remembered for its melody and lyrics.
- It was one of the early films to successfully blend a strong social message with commercial comedy and romance.