Valli Mayil(1980)
Valli Mayil is a 1980 Tamil-language family drama film directed by K. S. Gopalakrishnan. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, K. R. Vijaya, and Sripriya in lead roles. The story follows a mother who was forced to abandon her newborn son due to caste restrictions, and later opposes her son's love marriage for the same reason. The film explores themes of tradition, sacrifice, and forgiveness within a rural Tamil Nadu setting. It is remembered for its strong performances and emotional narrative. Valli Mayil was released in 1980 and received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Airtel Xstream Play, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1980
- Director
- M. A. Kaja
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A mother named Valli is forced to give up her baby because she married against caste rules. Years later, her son Sekhar falls in love with a girl from a lower caste. Valli opposes the marriage, haunted by her own painful past. Sekhar must choose between his mother's wishes and his true love.
“A mother's love tested by tradition”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Valli Mayil
Cast reunions in this film: Thambi Ramaiah & D. Imman (15 films together), Sankar Ganesh & Vijayan (13 films together), Sathyaraj & Sankar Ganesh (12 films together), Sankar Ganesh & M. A. Kaja (11 films together), Sathyaraj & Thambi Ramaiah (10 films together), and Sathyaraj & D. Imman (9 films together).
