Thiruvarul(1975)
Thiruvarul is a 1975 Indian Tamil-language devotional film directed by R. Thyagarajan. It stars A. V. M. Rajan, Jaya, Nagesh, Major Sundarrajan, and Thengai Srinivasan. The story follows Kumara Devan, an ardent devotee of Lord Muruga, who loses jobs due to his obsessive devotion. After a failed suicide attempt, he becomes a famous singer and builds a temple. His marriage faces trouble when his mother-in-law steals from him. The film features music by Kunnakudi Vaidyanathan and lyrics by Kannadasan, with a cameo by spiritual speaker Kirupananda Variyar. It was released on 26 December 1975 and received positive reviews for its performances and music.
Quick Facts
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- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1975
- Director
- R. Thyagarajan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 5m 0
Storyline
Kumara Devan is a man who loves Lord Muruga so much that he cannot hold a job. After losing everything, he tries to end his life but is saved by a peacock. He becomes a famous singer and builds a temple. But his mother-in-law's greed threatens his marriage and his faith.
“Faith can lift you from nothing”
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Cast & Crew
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Thiruvarul
Cast reunions in this film: Jayalalitha & Major Sundarrajan (11 films together), Major Sundarrajan & R. Thyagarajan (6 films together), Dhandayudhapani Films & R. Thyagarajan (5 films together), Dhandayudhapani Films & Major Sundarrajan (3 films together), Jayalalitha & A.V.M.Rajan (2 films together), and Major Sundarrajan & Kunnakudi Vaidyanathan (2 films together).