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Nenjathai Killadhe(1980)

8.5/10
Tamil mins

Nenjathai Killadhe (1980) is a Tamil film directed by J. Mahendran. With an audience rating of 8.5/10, Nenjathai Killadhe stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1980.

Director:J. Mahendran
Mood:
emotionaldarkuplifting
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
11 December 1980
Director
J. Mahendran
Language
Tamil
GudVibe Rating
8.5/10

Storyline

Viji and Ram are in love, but her family forces her to marry her relative Pratap instead. She ignores her new husband, so he decides to leave her. Later, her life changes when she unexpectedly meets Ram again.

Love lost, then found. But at what cost?

Film Details

8.5Rating
Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date11 December 1980

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
lovefamilyidentityjustice
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence1
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3

Reviews & Ratings

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • This film was the first Tamil movie to be shot entirely in Ooty, using its natural landscapes for most scenes.
  • Director J. Mahendran insisted on using only natural light during filming, which was rare for Tamil cinema at the time.
  • The film's title translates to 'Don't Break the Heart,' reflecting its emotional romantic theme.
  • It was one of the early Tamil films to show a married woman still in love with her former lover, a bold topic then.
  • Actress Sujatha performed her own stunts in a scene where her character runs through a forest.
  • The movie's soundtrack by Ilaiyaraaja became very popular, especially the song 'Nenjathai Killathe.'
  • Despite its serious story, the film included subtle comedy through supporting characters to lighten the mood.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Nenjathai Killadhe

Frequently Asked Questions