Kasthuri Thilakam(1970)
Kasthuri Thilakam is a 1970 Indian Tamil-language drama film written and directed by Malliyam Rajagopal. The film stars Sowcar Janaki, Major Sundarrajan, and Nagesh in lead roles. The story follows a widowed mother who makes extreme sacrifices to fund her son's medical education. Set in a conservative Tamil village, the narrative explores the clash between personal ambition and societal judgment. The film is noted for its emotional depth and strong performance by Sowcar Janaki. It was released in 1970 and remains a notable example of family-centric Tamil cinema from that era.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1970
- Director
- Malliyam Rajagopal
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A widowed mother dreams of her son becoming a doctor. But poverty and village gossip stand in her way. She sells her only jewelry and takes a shameful job to pay for his studies. Her son misunderstands her actions and runs away. Can she win back his love before it is too late?
“A mother's love knows no limits”
Film Details
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Kasthuri Thilakam
Cast reunions in this film: Nagesh & M. S. Viswanathan (108 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & R. Muthuraman (65 films together), Nagesh & R. Muthuraman (43 films together), Lakshmi & M. S. Viswanathan (36 films together), Lakshmi & R. Muthuraman (18 films together), and Lakshmi & Nagesh (17 films together).