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Uzhaikkum Karangal(1976)

7.5/10
Tamil166 mins

Uzhaikkum Karangal (1976) is a 166-minute Tamil film directed by K. Shankar. Starring Padmini, Rahul Thatha and Bhavani. With an audience rating of 7.5/10, Uzhaikkum Karangal stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 1976.

Director:K. Shankar
Mood:
darkemotionalsuspenseful
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
23 May 1976
Director
K. Shankar
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 46m
GudVibe Rating
7.5/10

Storyline

Rangan works as a servant for a cruel rich man named Nagalingam. He tries to stand up to his employer's wrongdoing. Meanwhile, Nagalingam's sister falls in love with Rangan.

A servant's fight ignites a forbidden love.

Film Details

7.5Rating
166Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date23 May 1976
Release Typetheatrical
Also Known AsUzaikkum Karangal

Parental Guide

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

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalsuspenseful
Themes
corruptionjusticelovesurvival
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemass
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3

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Trivia

  • The film was based on a popular stage play of the same name, which was already a hit before its cinematic adaptation.
  • This was one of the few films where actor Sivakumar played a character from a very humble, servant background.
  • Director K. Shankar was known for social dramas, and this film continued his focus on class conflict and injustice.
  • The movie's music was composed by Shankar–Ganesh, a popular duo known for their work in MGR and Sivaji Ganesan films.
  • Actress Jayachitra, who played the sister, was a major star in Tamil cinema during the 1970s.
  • The title 'Uzhaikkum Karangal' translates to 'Working Hands', directly highlighting the labor class theme.
  • The film was released during a period when Tamil cinema frequently adapted successful plays for the screen.

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