Pudhiya Manidhan(1974)
Pudhiya Manidhan is a 1974 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by Thirumalai–Mahalingam. The film stars Jaishankar and Jayasudha in lead roles, with V. K. Ramasamy, Gemini Chandra, R. S. Manohar, and T. K. Bhagavathi in supporting roles. The story follows a man with a criminal past who attempts to reform his life and become a better person. He faces opposition from his former gang leader and must fight to protect his new love and identity. The film was produced by Sundarlal Nahadha under the Nahadha banner and features music composed by Shankar–Ganesh. It was released on 13 December 1974 and received mixed reviews, with praise for the acting and cinematography by Amirtham.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1974
- Director
- Thirumalai Mahalingam
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A hardened criminal decides to leave his past behind and become an honest man. He falls in love with a woman who believes in his change. But his former gang leader refuses to let him go free. He must fight to protect his new life and the woman he loves.
“Can a bad man become good?”
Film Details
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Pudhiya Manidhan
Cast reunions in this film: Ravichandran & Nagesh (30 films together), Sankar Ganesh & Nagesh (27 films together), Ravichandran & Sankar Ganesh (9 films together), Nagesh & Thirumalai Mahalingam (4 films together), and Ravichandran & Thirumalai Mahalingam (2 films together).


