Who directed Thanga Rangan?

Thanga Rangan was directed by S. R. Dakshinamurthy and released in 1978. S. R. Dakshinamurthy is a prominent filmmaker in Tamil film industry.

Who stars in Thanga Rangan?

Thanga Rangan stars Thengai Srinivasan alongside Srividya. The film marks a collaboration between Thengai Srinivasan and director S. R. Dakshinamurthy within Tamil cinema.

Who composed the music for Thanga Rangan?

The music for Thanga Rangan was composed by M. S. Viswanathan. M. S. Viswanathan is a well-known name in Tamil film music, and the soundtrack contributes significantly to the film's identity.

Thanga Rangan(1978)

Tamil• mins•Updated 8 May 2026

Thanga Rangan is a 1978 Indian Tamil-language drama film written and directed by S. R. Dakshinamurthy. The film stars Thengai Srinivasan, Vijayakumar, and Srividya in lead roles. The story follows Rangan, a rickshaw puller whose life is shattered when his brother-in-law Kesavulu molests his lover. Rangan must choose between family loyalty and seeking justice for the crime. The film was released on Diwali day, 30 October 1978. Critics praised the performances of Srinivasan and Srividya, though some found the plot predictable. The soundtrack was composed by M. S. Viswanathan with lyrics by Na. Kamarasan, Kannadasan, and Muthulingam.

Director:S. R. Dakshinamurthy

Filmed In:Paramount Garden, Vauhini Studios

Occasion:Diwali 1978

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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release: 31 December 1978
Director: S. R. Dakshinamurthy
Language: Tamil

Storyline

Rangan is a hardworking rickshaw puller who dreams of marrying the woman he loves. But his brother-in-law Kesavulu betrays him by molesting her. Rangan must fight for justice against his own family. The film is a raw story of betrayal, courage, and the fight for dignity.

“When family becomes your worst enemy”