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Thunai(1982)

Tamil minstheatrical

Thunai is a 1982 Indian Tamil-language drama film produced and directed by Durai. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, Saritha, Radha, and V.K. Ramasamy. It follows a wealthy businessman who loses his fortune and family, becomes homeless, and is taken in by a poor flower seller. The story explores his journey from greed and arrogance to humility and redemption. The film was noted for its emotional depth and strong performances, particularly by Sivaji Ganesan. It received positive reviews for its simple yet powerful storytelling. Thunai was released in theaters in 1982.

Director:Durai
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
1 October 1982
Director
Durai
Language
Tamil
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Storyline

A wealthy businessman loses everything after his greed destroys his family and career. Homeless and broken, he is taken in by a poor flower seller who shows him kindness. He must confront his past sins and fight his old enemies to earn a second chance at life.

When you lose everything, love finds you

Film Details

Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date1 October 1982
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Thunai

Cast reunions in this film: Sivaji Ganesan & V. K. Ramasamy (31 films together), Saritha & Sankar Ganesh (15 films together), Suresh & Sankar Ganesh (15 films together), Sankar Ganesh & Durai (13 films together), Radha & Sankar Ganesh (9 films together), and Sankar Ganesh & V. K. Ramasamy (9 films together).

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