Avan Oru Charithiram(1977)
Avan Oru Charithiram is a 1977 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by K. S. Prakash Rao and produced by K. S. Kutralingam. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, Manjula, and Kanchana in lead roles. The story follows Shankar, an honest IAS officer who becomes a journalist after corrupt politicians destroy his family. The film explores themes of corruption, family sacrifice, and the power of the press. It was released on 14 January 1977 during the Pongal festival. The music was composed by M. S. Viswanathan, with songs that remain popular. The film received mixed reviews from critics but was noted for Sivaji Ganesan's powerful performance.
Avan Oru Charithiram is streaming on Airtel Xstream Play and YouTube.
Where to watch:Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Airtel Xstream Play, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1977
- Director
- A. C. Tirulokchandar
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
Shankar is a dedicated IAS officer with a happy family. When a wealthy politician steals his family's land and causes his father's death, Shankar resigns from his job. He starts a magazine to expose the corruption. But his enemy will stop at nothing to silence him, even if it means killing his own daughter.
“One man's fight against a corrupt system”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Avan Oru Charithiram
Cast reunions in this film: M. S. Viswanathan & Sivaji Ganesan (110 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & A. C. Tirulokchandar (30 films together), Sivaji Ganesan & A. C. Tirulokchandar (22 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & Cho (15 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & Kanchana (9 films together), and Sivaji Ganesan & Cho (5 films together).