Suvarilladha Chiththirangal(1979)
'Suvarilladha Chiththirangal' (1979) is a Tamil-language drama film written and directed by K. Bhagyaraj in his directorial debut. The film stars Sudhakar, Bhagyaraj, and Sumathi in lead roles. It tells the story of a single mother and her four children who are slowly destroyed by extreme poverty. The film is known for its raw, unflinching portrayal of hunger, shame, and moral compromise. It was a commercial success upon its release on 30 November 1979 and received positive reviews for its photography, music, and dialogues. The film was later remade in Telugu as 'Pedala Brathukulu'.
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- Theatrical Release
- 30 November 1979
- Director
- K. Bhagyaraj
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 7m
- Rating
- 7.5/10
Storyline
A single mother works as a tailor to feed her four children. Her eldest daughter Saroja dreams of a better life. But poverty forces the family into impossible choices. A wealthy man offers help — at a terrible price. Saroja must decide how far she will go to save her family.
“When poverty has no walls, hope has no home.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Suvarilladha Chiththirangal
Cast reunions in this film: Goundamani & Ganthimathi (7 films together), Goundamani & Gangai Amaran (5 films together), K. Bhagyaraj & Goundamani (3 films together), K. Bhagyaraj & Gangai Amaran (3 films together), K. Bhagyaraj & Ganthimathi (3 films together), and Goundamani & Sangili Murugan (3 films together).
Trivia
- This was the first film directed by K. Bhagyaraj, who also wrote the story and played a supporting role.
- The film's title translates to 'Uncolored Pictures', metaphorically reflecting its stark portrayal of life.
- Actress Radha made her cinematic debut as a child artist in this film, playing the younger version of the heroine.
- The story was inspired by a real-life incident Bhagyaraj witnessed in his neighbourhood during his youth.
- Despite its serious social theme, the film includes humorous scenes, a signature of Bhagyaraj's later directorial style.
- The movie features a cameo appearance by veteran actor Sivakumar in a brief but impactful role.
- It was produced under the banner of Sujatha Cine Arts, a company associated with frequent collaborator Sujatha.