Anjal Petti 520(1969)
Anjal Petti 520 is a 1969 Indian Tamil-language comedy film directed by T. N. Balu and produced by N. Vasudeva Menon. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan, B. Saroja Devi, M. N. Nambiar, and Nagesh. The story follows Prabhu, a Chennai manager who resigns in anger and then tries to retrieve his resignation letter from a post box. The film blends slapstick comedy with a suspenseful chase. It received mixed reviews upon release, with critics noting its illogical plot but praising the performances. The film was released on 27 June 1969.
Anjal Petti 520 is streaming on Airtel Xstream Play and YouTube.
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- Streaming on
- Airtel Xstream Play, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1969
- Director
- T. N. Balu
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
Prabhu, a hot-headed manager, quits his job in a fit of rage and drops his resignation letter into Post Box 520. The next day, he learns his promotion was approved. Now he must race against time and outwit a gang of villains to get the letter back before it reaches his boss.
“One letter. One mistake. One wild chase.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Anjal Petti 520
Cast reunions in this film: Nagesh & Major Sundarrajan (43 films together), Nagesh & Manorama (39 films together), Nagesh & Sivaji Ganesan (38 films together), Sivaji Ganesan & Major Sundarrajan (38 films together), Sivaji Ganesan & Manorama (32 films together), and Manorama & Major Sundarrajan (29 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Anjal Petti 520' refers to a specific numbered jewelry box, a common plot device in Tamil comedies of the era.
- Director T. N. Balu was primarily known as a successful film producer; this was one of his few directorial ventures.
- The movie features Manorama in a supporting role, showcasing her comedic talent early in her legendary career.
- It was released during a period when M. G. Ramachandran's political-themed films dominated, offering a lighter alternative.
- The plot revolves around a company crisis, reflecting the growing urban salaried class in late-1960s Tamil Nadu.
- Music was composed by V. Kumar, who had a relatively brief but notable career in Tamil film composition.