Mannikka Thottil(1974)
'Mannikka Thottil' (1974) is a Tamil-language family drama directed by P. Madhavan. The film stars Gemini Ganesan and K. R. Vijaya in lead roles. The story follows a couple who initially reject marriage but later raise five daughters. The central conflict arises when each daughter chooses her own husband against her father's wishes. The film was produced by Balamurugan under Karpagam Productions. Music was composed by M. S. Viswanathan with lyrics by Kannadasan. The film received positive reviews for its performances and relatable family dynamics. It was released on 2 March 1974.
Quick Facts
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- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1974
- Director
- P. Madhavan
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A businessman and a professor who swore off marriage fall in love and have five daughters. Years later, each daughter wants to marry a man of her own choice. The father must decide whether to hold onto tradition or let love lead the way.
“Five daughters. One father. A family learns to love.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Mannikka Thottil
Cast reunions in this film: Nagesh & M. S. Viswanathan (108 films together), K. R. Vijaya & M. S. Viswanathan (69 films together), K. R. Vijaya & Nagesh (38 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & Gemini Ganesan (27 films together), Nagesh & Gemini Ganesan (25 films together), and M. S. Viswanathan & P. Madhavan (22 films together).