Karathe Kamala(1978)
Karathe Kamala is a 1978 Tamil-language drama film directed by A. C. Tirulokchandar. The lead cast includes Kamal Haasan and Sripriya. The story follows a village girl who defies her father's wishes to pursue a career in classical dance. She runs away to Madras, where she trains under a kind teacher and eventually becomes a successful performer. The film explores themes of ambition, family conflict, and reconciliation. It was well-received for its emotional storytelling and strong performances. The music was composed by M. S. Viswanathan. The film released in 1978 in theaters across Tamil Nadu.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1978
- Director
- K. S. Giri
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A young village girl named Kamala dreams of becoming a classical dancer. Her conservative father arranges her marriage to stop her. She runs away to Madras to follow her passion. There she faces poverty and loneliness but finds a mentor. Her father's secret past threatens to tear them apart forever.
“Dance is her freedom”