Ilamai Oonjal Aadukirathu(1978)
Ilamai Oonjal Aadukirathu is a 1978 Indian Tamil-language romance film written and directed by C. V. Sridhar. It stars Kamal Haasan, Rajinikanth, and Sripriya in lead roles. The story follows two close friends who run an advertising agency in Madras and both fall in love with the same woman. The film explores themes of sacrifice, loyalty, and the conflict between friendship and romantic love. It was a commercial success and is remembered for its melodious soundtrack and strong performances. The film was released in 1978 and remains a beloved classic in Tamil cinema.
Ilamai Oonjal Aadukirathu is streaming on YouTube and Airtel Xstream Play.
Where to watch:Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- YouTube, Airtel Xstream Play
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1978
- Director
- C. V. Sridhar
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Rating
- 7.6/10
Storyline
Two friends, Murli and Prabhu, are like brothers. They run an ad agency together. Both fall in love with Geetha. Prabhu hides his love out of gratitude to Murli. He helps Murli win her. But Geetha loves Prabhu. Their friendship is tested by love and sacrifice.
“Love tests the strongest bonds”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Ilamai Oonjal Aadukirathu
Cast reunions in this film: Kamal Haasan & Ilayaraja (60 films together), Rajinikanth & Ilayaraja (58 films together), Sripriya & Kamal Haasan (19 films together), Sripriya & Ilayaraja (19 films together), Rajinikanth & Kamal Haasan (15 films together), and Sripriya & Rajinikanth (13 films together).
Trivia
- This was the first Tamil film where Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan played brothers, a pairing repeated in later hits.
- Director C.V. Sridhar was known for romantic films, but this was a rare drama exploring friendship and betrayal.
- The film's title translates to 'Youth Swings', reflecting the emotional ups and downs of the characters.
- Actress Sripriya, who played the female lead, was a popular star in both Tamil and Telugu cinema at the time.
- The movie released during a period when both Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth were rising to major stardom.
- It features music by M.S. Viswanathan, a leading composer of the era, though the songs are not widely remembered today.
- The plot's love triangle between two close friends was considered a bold theme for its time.