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Thivarutchelvar(1967)
Tamil mins
Thivarutchelvar (1967) is a Tamil film directed by A. P. Nagarajan.
Director:A. P. Nagarajan
Mood:
emotionalupliftinginspiring
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Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 31 December 1967
- Director
- A. P. Nagarajan
- Language
- Tamil 0
Storyline
A dancer shows a king that worldly pleasures are not important. The king then decides to dedicate his life to God, sharing stories and songs about God's greatness.
“A king trades his crown for a divine calling.”
Film Details
0.0Rating
Minutes
TamilLanguage
Release Date31 December 1967
Also Known AsThiruvarutselvar
Parental Guide
Violence
Mild
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild
Vibe & Tags
Mood
emotionalupliftinginspiring
Themes
identityfamilyjusticelove
Tonepoetic
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencefamily
Best Withfamily
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor2
Rewatchability3
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film was based on the life of the 9th-century Tamil poet-saint Manikkavacakar.
- It was one of the few films where actor Sivaji Ganesan played a king who becomes a saint.
- The movie featured over 50 songs composed by K. V. Mahadevan, an unusually high number.
- It was shot in the studio with elaborate painted backdrops to create a mythological look.
- The film's success led to more devotional films from director A. P. Nagarajan.
- It was released during a period when devotional films were major box office draws in Tamil cinema.
Notable Collaborations
Frequent partnerships reunited in Thivarutchelvar
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Director-Composer14 films →
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Director-Actor12 films →
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