Taxi Driver(1978)
'Taxi Driver' is a 1978 Indian Tamil-language action drama film directed and written by N. S. Manian. The lead cast includes Jaishankar, Sridevi, M. R. Radha, and S. A. Ashokan. The story follows an honest taxi driver in Madras who protects a young woman from a wealthy criminal. The villain had kidnapped the woman as a child to steal her family inheritance. The driver loses his taxi and faces brutal attacks but ultimately fights for justice. The film was Jaishankar's 150th acting project and was shot in Eastmancolor. It was a commercial success upon its release on 18 August 1978. The soundtrack by M. S. Viswanathan, featuring the hit 'Santhi My Holy Angel', contributed to its popularity.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Netflix
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1978
- Director
- N. S. Maniam
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 1h 54m 0
Storyline
An honest taxi driver in Madras picks up a frightened young woman fleeing from a powerful criminal. He decides to protect her, but the villain destroys his taxi and kidnaps the woman. The driver must fight against a corrupt system and a ruthless enemy to save her and uncover a hidden family secret.
“One ride changed his life forever”
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Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Taxi Driver
Cast reunions in this film: Jaishankar & N. S. Maniam (5 films together), Jaishankar & S. A. Ashokan (5 films together), Jaishankar & M. R. Radha (4 films together), and M. R. Radha & S. A. Ashokan (4 films together).