Kanni Pen(1969)
'Kanni Penn' is a 1969 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by A. Kasilingam and produced by R. M. Veerappan. The film stars Jaishankar, Vanisri, and Lakshmi in lead roles. The story follows a young man who must choose between his love for a woman from a troubled background and his duty to his family. Set in a traditional Tamil village, the narrative explores the conflict between personal desire and societal expectations. The film is notable for attempting to project the ideals of duty, dignity, and decency associated with politician C. N. Annadurai. It received praise for Vanisri's performance, with a critic from The Indian Express calling her 'the best in the movie'. The film was released on 11 September 1969.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1969
- Director
- A. Kailasam
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A young man in a Tamil village falls in love with a woman from a poor and troubled family. His parents oppose the match, and old secrets threaten to destroy their relationship. He must decide whether to follow his heart or obey the rules of his family and society.
“Love or duty? One choice changes everything.”
Film Details
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Kanni Pen
Cast reunions in this film: M. S. Viswanathan & Jaishankar (77 films together), Lakshmi & M. S. Viswanathan (36 films together), Lakshmi & Jaishankar (18 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & Vanisri (16 films together), Vanisri & Jaishankar (11 films together), and M. S. Viswanathan & Sathya Movies (2 films together).