Sivandha Mann(1969)
Sivandha Mann (transl. Red Soil) is a 1969 Indian Tamil-language romantic action film written, produced, and directed by C.V. Sridhar. The film stars Sivaji Ganesan and Kanchana in lead roles, with S.V. Ranga Rao, M.N. Nambiar, Muthuraman, Nagesh, and Sachu in supporting roles. The story follows Bharat, the son of an Inspector General, and Princess Chithralekha, who rebel against the tyrannical ruler Diwan, who plans to hand over their region to the Portuguese for an army base. It was the first Tamil film to be extensively shot in foreign locations, including Switzerland, France, and the Alps. The film was released on Diwali day in 1969 and became a major commercial success, running for over 100 days in theatres. It was later remade in Hindi as Dharti (1970).
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Sun NXT, Amazon Prime Video, Eros Now, Plex, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 8 November 1969
- Director
- C. V. Sridhar
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 55m 0
Storyline
Bharat returns from Europe to find his homeland Vasanthapuri under the control of the cruel Diwan. He falls in love with Princess Chithralekha, who hides her identity. Together, they lead a rebellion to free their people from Diwan's tyranny.
“Love fights tyranny on red soil.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Sivandha Mann
Cast reunions in this film: M. S. Viswanathan & Sivaji Ganesan (110 films together), Nagesh & M. S. Viswanathan (108 films together), M. S. Viswanathan & R. Muthuraman (65 films together), M. N. Nambiar & M. S. Viswanathan (46 films together), Nagesh & R. Muthuraman (43 films together), and Nagesh & Sivaji Ganesan (38 films together).
Trivia
- It was the first Tamil film to be shot extensively in foreign locations, including France.
- The film's success inspired many later Tamil and Telugu films to shoot scenes in France.
- Sivaji Ganesan reprised his role in a cameo for the Hindi remake 'Dharti' starring Rajendra Kumar.
- Director C.V. Sridhar also wrote and produced the film, which was uncommon at the time.
- The film featured a rare villainous role for actor M. N. Nambiar, who often played antagonists.
- It was a major box office hit, cementing Sridhar's reputation for stylish thrillers.
- The title 'Sivandha Mann' translates to 'Red Soil,' symbolizing passion and conflict in the story.