Komatha En Kulamatha(1973)
Komatha En Kulamatha is a 1973 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by M. A. Thirumugam and produced by Sandow M. M. A. Chinnappa Thevar. The film stars Prameela as Vijaya and Srikanth as Arun, with a cow named Lakshmi in a major role. The story follows an orphan woman who forms a deep bond with a cow that protects her from greedy villagers. The supporting cast includes Thengai Srinivasan, Nagesh, Major Sundarrajan, and S. A. Ashokan. The film was noted for its animal-centric narrative and was remade in Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi. It was released on 27 July 1973.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Prime Video, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1973
- Director
- M. A. Thirumugam
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 16m 0
Storyline
Vijaya, a kind orphan, finds a cow named Lakshmi. The cow becomes her protector and best friend. But cruel men want to steal Lakshmi for money. Vijaya must fight to keep her only family safe.
“A cow's love is stronger than greed”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Komatha En Kulamatha
Cast reunions in this film: Nagesh & Major Sundarrajan (43 films together), Thengai Srinivasan & Major Sundarrajan (32 films together), Sankar Ganesh & Nagesh (27 films together), Nagesh & Thengai Srinivasan (25 films together), Sankar Ganesh & Thengai Srinivasan (18 films together), and Sankar Ganesh & Major Sundarrajan (16 films together).
Trivia
- The film was produced by the famous Gemini Studios, known for its grand productions in Tamil cinema.
- It was one of the few films where actress K.R. Vijaya played a character sharing her real first name.
- The movie's plot revolves around a cow, a theme popular in Tamil cinema during that era for its cultural and religious appeal.
- Director M.A. Thirumugam was part of a prominent filmmaking family, with his brothers also being noted directors.
- The film released during a period when animal-centric stories were considered safe bets for family audiences.
- It featured music by the composer Shankar–Ganesh, who were rising in popularity in the early 1970s.
- The title translates to 'Friend and Family Mother,' highlighting the cow's dual role in the protagonist's life.