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Vilayattu Pillai(1970)

Tamil167 minstheatrical

Vilayattu Pillai is a 1970 Indian Tamil-language family drama film directed by A.P. Nagarajan and produced by Gemini Studios. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, Padmini, T.S. Balaiah, and Gandhimathi in lead roles. The story follows Raju, a carefree young man who must transform into a responsible adult to win the love of Maragatham and the approval of her strict father. The film explores themes of maturity, love, and family honor through a simple village setting. It was released in 1970 and is considered a minor work in Sivaji Ganesan's filmography.

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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
19 February 1970
Director
A. P. Nagarajan
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 47m
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Storyline

Raju is a playful young man who avoids all responsibility. He falls in love with Maragatham, but her father refuses to let them marry. Raju must prove he can be a serious and dependable man. His journey to win her hand forces him to grow up.

From playboy to responsible man

Film Details

167Minutes
TamilLanguage
UCertificate
Release Date19 February 1970
Release Typetheatrical

Parental Guide

Violence
Low
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Low

Cast & Crew

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Frequent partnerships reunited for Vilayattu Pillai

Cast reunions in this film: Sivaji Ganesan & K. V. Mahadevan (35 films together), Sivaji Ganesan & Padmini (21 films together), K. V. Mahadevan & A. P. Nagarajan (14 films together), K. V. Mahadevan & Padmini (13 films together), Sivaji Ganesan & A. P. Nagarajan (12 films together), and Padmini & A. P. Nagarajan (6 films together).

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