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Shankar Salim Simon(1978)

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Tamil112 mins

Shankar Salim Simon (1978) is a 112-minute Tamil film directed by P. Madhavan. Starring Manorama, Y. G. Mahendran and V. S. Raghavan.

Director:P. Madhavan
Mood:
emotionaldarkuplifting
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
10 February 1978
Director
P. Madhavan
Language
Tamil
Runtime
1h 52m
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Storyline

Shankar's father is a dishonest businessman. His sister runs away to live with Simon, the poor man she loves, after being forced into a different marriage. Their relationship faces strong disapproval from the community.

When love defies tradition, a family divides.

Film Details

0.0Rating
112Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date10 February 1978
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsShankar Saleem Simon

Parental Guide

Violence
Moderate
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Moderate

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionaldarkuplifting
Themes
familylovecorruptionjustice
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withfamily
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • This film was a rare collaboration between director P. Madhavan and actor Sivaji Ganesan, who played the title role of Shankar.
  • The movie's plot, involving a woman choosing a poor man over a wealthy marriage, was considered bold for its time.
  • Actress Jayachitra played a dual role, portraying both the sister and another character, which was a highlight in promotions.
  • The film was shot extensively in and around Madras (now Chennai), using real locations to depict the social divide.
  • Composer Shankar–Ganesh, who were very popular then, provided the music, but the soundtrack did not become a major hit.
  • Despite its dramatic story, the film included comedy scenes featuring actors like Thengai Srinivasan to balance the mood.
  • The movie is sometimes noted for its portrayal of 1970s urban Tamil society and its criticism of forced marriages.

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