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Rusi Kanda Poonai(1980)

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Rusi Kanda Poonai is a 1980 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by G. N. Rangarajan. The film stars Saritha, Sudhakar, and M. R. R. Vasu in lead roles. The story follows Saritha, who falls in love with Sudhakar, only to discover he is already married. After leaving him, she gives birth to a daughter who is secretly given away to a greedy couple. Years later, secrets unravel and families are torn apart. The film was praised for its dialogues, direction, and cinematography, though Sudhakar's acting and Suruli Rajan's humour were criticised. It was released on 25 December 1980.

Occasion:Christmas 1980
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
31 December 1980
Director
S. P. Muthuraman
Language
Tamil
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Storyline

Saritha loves Sudhakar and believes he will marry her. But Sudhakar hides a secret marriage. When Saritha learns the truth, she leaves heartbroken. She later gives birth to his child, but her mother gives the baby to a cruel couple. Years later, Sudhakar returns, and buried secrets threaten to destroy everyone.

One lie. Three lives. One truth.

Film Details

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TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date31 December 1980
OccasionChristmas 1980

Cast & Crew

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Frequent partnerships reunited for Rusi Kanda Poonai

Cast reunions in this film: Ilayaraja & S. P. Muthuraman (43 films together), Saritha & Ilayaraja (15 films together), Ilayaraja & Sudhakar (7 films together), and Saritha & Sudhakar (2 films together).

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