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Nallathoru Kudumbam(1979)

Tamil145 minstheatrical

Nallathoru Kudumbam is a 1979 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by K. Vijayan. It stars Sivaji Ganesan and Vanisri in lead roles. The story follows a married couple who separate after a misunderstanding involving a hidden phone call. They each raise a son alone, determined to prove a child can succeed without the other parent. Years later, their sons marry, and the daughters-in-law mistreat both parents. The film explores pride, forgiveness, and family reconciliation. It is a remake of the Telugu film Aalu Magalu. The music was composed by Ilaiyaraaja. The film was released on 3 May 1979.

Director:K. Vijayan
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Theatrical Release
3 May 1979
Director
K. Vijayan
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 25m
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Storyline

A doctor and his wife separate after a tragic misunderstanding. Each raises a son alone, trying to prove the other wrong. Years later, their sons marry, but the new wives mistreat both parents. The couple must reunite to save their family from falling apart.

One phone call broke their family.

Film Details

145Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date3 May 1979
Release Typetheatrical

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Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Nallathoru Kudumbam

Cast reunions in this film: Ilayaraja & Sivaji Ganesan (24 films together), Sivaji Ganesan & K. Vijayan (12 films together), Sivaji Ganesan & Sujatha Cine Arts (12 films together), Sivaji Ganesan & Vanisri (8 films together), Ilayaraja & K. Vijayan (6 films together), and K. Vijayan & Sujatha Cine Arts (3 films together).

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