Who directed Neer Nilam Neruppu?

Neer Nilam Neruppu was directed by K. S. Gopalakrishnan and released in 1980. K. S. Gopalakrishnan is a prominent filmmaker in Tamil film industry.

Who stars in Neer Nilam Neruppu?

Neer Nilam Neruppu stars Sujatha alongside Vijayakanth, Y. Gee. Mahendra. The film marks a collaboration between Sujatha and director K. S. Gopalakrishnan within Tamil cinema.

Who composed the music for Neer Nilam Neruppu?

The music for Neer Nilam Neruppu was composed by Sankar Ganesh. Sankar Ganesh is a well-known name in Tamil film music, and the soundtrack contributes significantly to the film's identity.

Neer Nilam Neruppu(1980)

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Neer Nilam Neruppu is a 1980 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by K.S. Gopalakrishnan. The lead cast includes Vijayanand, Sujatha, Mahendran, and Vanithasri. The story follows a farmer who loses his wife in a fire set by a wealthy landlord and seeks revenge after the legal system fails him. The film is set in a rural village and explores themes of corruption, justice, and personal sacrifice. It is known for its emotional weight and action sequences. The film was released theatrically in India on 1 January 1980.

Director:K. S. Gopalakrishnan

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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release: 31 December 1980
Director: K. S. Gopalakrishnan
Language: Tamil

Storyline

A happy farmer's life is destroyed when a greedy landlord burns down his home, killing his wife. With the police and courts bought off by the rich man, the farmer must fight alone to save his son and bring the killer to justice. His journey turns into a bloody battle for survival and revenge.

“Water, land, fire—his revenge burns”