Avasara Kalyanam(1972)
Avasara Kalyanam is a 1972 Indian Tamil-language comedy film directed by V. T. Thyagarajan. It stars Jaishankar and Nagesh in lead roles, with Vanisri, Rama Prabha, and V. K. Ramasamy in supporting parts. The story follows two friends who arrive in Madras seeking employment, only to have their money stolen. One friend resorts to deception to marry a wealthy woman, while the other remains honest. The film explores the consequences of lies and the value of truth. It was released on 29 June 1972.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1972
- Director
- V. T. Thyagarajan
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 17m 0
Storyline
Two friends, Sekar and Ramu, lose all their money in Madras. Ramu decides to pretend he is rich to marry a wealthy girl. Sekar tells the truth, and Ramu swears revenge by destroying Sekar's love life.
“A lie can cost you everything”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Avasara Kalyanam
Cast reunions in this film: Nagesh & Jaishankar (53 films together), Nagesh & V. K. Ramasamy (24 films together), Nagesh & Vanisri (16 films together), V. K. Ramasamy & Jaishankar (13 films together), Vanisri & Jaishankar (11 films together), and Nagesh & Rama Prabha (7 films together).
Trivia
- This was the only Tamil film directed by V. T. Thyagarajan, who was primarily a cinematographer.
- The film's music was composed by M. S. Viswanathan, who was at the peak of his popularity in the early 1970s.
- It was one of the early films for actor Sivakumar, who played a key role alongside Jaishankar.
- The story is a social drama about city life and morality, a common theme in Tamil cinema of that era.
- The movie released the same year as several major Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasn films, making it a quieter release.
- It features comedy scenes by Nagesh, a popular comedian known for his timing and expressions.
- The title 'Avasara Kalyanam' translates to 'Opportunistic Marriage,' which directly hints at the plot.