Chiranjeevi(1978)
Chiranjeevi is a 1978 Tamil-language drama film directed by P. Neelakantan. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan in the lead role, with supporting performances by K. R. Vijaya, S. A. Ashokan, and Major Sundarrajan. The story follows Raju, a man who returns to his village to find it terrorized by a cruel landlord named Dhanraj. Raju organizes the local farmers to fight for their stolen land and dignity. The film is notable for its strong social message about land rights and community resistance against oppression. It was praised for Sivaji Ganesan's powerful performance and the director's realistic portrayal of rural struggles. Chiranjeevi was released in theaters in 1978 and received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.
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- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1978
- Director
- K. Shankar
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
Raju returns to his village after years away. He finds his family gone and the farmers living in fear. A ruthless landlord named Dhanraj has stolen their land. Raju decides to fight back. He must protect his family and bring justice to his people before it is too late.
“One man's courage can change everything”
Film Details
Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Chiranjeevi
Cast reunions in this film: M. S. Viswanathan & Sivaji Ganesan (110 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & K. Shankar (22 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & Sowcar Janaki (13 films together), Sivaji Ganesan & Sowcar Janaki (12 films together), Sathyaraj & Sivaji Ganesan (7 films together), and Sivaji Ganesan & K. Shankar (6 films together).