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Akkarai Pachai(1974)

Tamil154 mins

Akkarai Pachai is a 1974 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by N. Venkatesh and written by A. S. Prakasam. The film stars Jaishankar, Ravichandran, Nagesh, Lakshmi, and Jayachitra in lead roles. The story follows two educated wives who constantly find faults with their husbands and believe other men would make them happier. They decide to exchange husbands, only to discover that every marriage has its own challenges. The film explores the theme of appreciating one's own blessings. The music was composed by M. S. Viswanathan, with lyrics by Kannadasan. The title song "Ikkaraikku Akkarai Pachai" gained popularity. Cinematography was handled by A. Vincent. The film was produced by G. K. Dharmarajan under the banner Yoga Chitra. Akkarai Pachai was released on 19 September 1974.

Director:N. Venkatesh
Filmed In:Salem, Yercaud
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
31 December 1974
Director
N. Venkatesh
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 34m
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Storyline

Two educated wives are unhappy in their marriages. They constantly criticize their husbands and dream of a better life. They decide to exchange husbands, thinking the other man will be perfect. But they soon discover that no marriage is without problems. Will they learn to appreciate their own husbands before it is too late?

The grass is not always greener.

Film Details

154Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date31 December 1974
Filmed InSalem, Yercaud

Cast & Crew

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Frequent partnerships reunited for Akkarai Pachai

Cast reunions in this film: M. S. Viswanathan & Jaishankar (77 films together), Lakshmi & M. S. Viswanathan (36 films together), Ravichandran & M. S. Viswanathan (20 films together), Lakshmi & Jaishankar (18 films together), Ravichandran & Jaishankar (7 films together), and Lakshmi & Ravichandran (2 films together).

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